Custodial Worker

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 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James

A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

• 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.

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:

Housekeeping and Cleaning Duties

• 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, cleaning, replacing, and rehanging drapes; installing curtain rods
• Washing windows, polishing mirrors, and cleaning glass surfaces
• Vacuuming and shampooing carpets
• Replenishing supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Sweeping and scrubbing corridor floors
• Removing litter from interior and exterior grounds
• Clearing snow and ice from walkways and sweeping walkways

Safety and Monitoring Responsibilities

• Reporting signs of fire, illegal entry, theft, or other safety concerns
• Continuously assessing environmental situations, organizational policies, and procedures
• Monitoring staff, clients, and visitors for risk‑related behaviors and reporting as necessary
• Raising and lowering the flag

Operational and Support Tasks

• Stocking supply closets
• Replacing light bulbs
• Reporting equipment repair needs
• Securing doors and windows
• Moving furniture
• Sorting, washing, and handling linens and laundry

Administrative and Training Responsibilities

• Attending required in-service trainings
• Participating in staff meetings

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 2 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Day Shift. This position is located within Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare at 100 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.

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.

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