Custodial Worker PN

Application Procedures
To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

RuleBackground check on applicants outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or .

***For safety sensitive positions and unclassified permanent positions ONLY.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

Please note: Effective October 1 2025 the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new namethe Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals families and communities across the state.

What youll do at DBH:

This role requires a working knowledge of cleaning practices and procedures to ensure a safe and clean working environment for clients and staff. Additional job duties include:

• Performing housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean residential area such as dust mopping sweeping buffing and waxing floors scrubbing sinks toilets countertops walls and ceilings dusting and cleaning furniture and equipment emptying and washing trash receptacles removing and cleaning or replacing drapes rehanging drapes installing curtain rods washing windows polishing mirrors and glass vacuuming and shampooing carpets and replenishing soap paper towels and toilet paper. This also includes sweeping and scrubbing corridor floors and washing windows.
• Removing litter from the outside grounds of the residential area clearing snow and ice from walkways picking up litter sweeping walkways and reporting any signs of fire illegal entry or theft. Additionally responsibilities include raising and lowering the flag.
• Performing other related duties such as stocking supply closets replacing light bulbs reporting equipment repair needs securing doors and windows moving furniture and sorting and washing linens and laundry.
• Attending required in-service trainings and staff meetings as assigned.
• Continuously and proactively assessing environmental situations organizational policies and procedures. Monitoring the behavior of staff clients and visitors for any situations that could pose risks and reporting them appropriately.

This is anhourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union) with a pay range of # 2on theOCSEAPay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Day Shift. This position is located within Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campusat100 Hospital Drive Athens Ohio 45701.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information:

• Must be able to complete a 2-week (business days Monday-Friday) full-time orientation.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior.
• Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment.

At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting hiring developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation encourages respect and promotes unlimited success.

To learn more about our agency please visit our website at of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading & speaking common English accordance with Section 124.11(B)(2) revised code Director of Administrative Services has determined this classification to be unskilled labor class & therefore exempt from written examination.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education coursework or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institutions website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Custodial Worker

Behavioral Health

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios prison systems and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative service-oriented environment where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness second-chance hiring and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect both in the community and within our own team.