Therapeutic Program Worker - Full Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Job Description

Therapeutic Program Worker
- Full Time
- Summit Behavioral Healthcare ( 260005JO )

Agency Contact Name and Information : anshita.munshanio.gov

Aug 31, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Summit Behavioral Healthcare 1101 Summit Road Cincinnati

United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation : $23.28

Full-time

Work Hours : 2:30pm - 11:00pm

Union : OCSEA

Direct Support/Direct Care

Technical Skills :
Communications, Advocacy

Professional Skills :
Adaptability, Critical Thinking

Therapeutic Program Worker
Full-Time

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 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.

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the 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 you’ll do at DBH

• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans
• Provide supportive care and assist with therapeutic interventions as needed

• Complete charting, documentation, patient records, and required reports accurately and timely

• Organize and facilitate therapeutic and recreational patient group activities

• Safely transport patients to scheduled off-site appointments and activities

• Participate in appropriate patient interventions to support safety, recovery, and overall well-being

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 7 on the OCSEAPay Range Schedule. The hours of this position are from 2:30pm-11:00pm. This position is located at our Summit Behavioral Healthcare location, located at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237.

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

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid…