Activity Therapy Specialist - Ohio Behavioral Healthcare PN

Job Description - Activity Therapy Specialist 2 - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - (PN: ) (2600078L)

Activity Therapy Specialist 2 - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - (PN: ) ( 2600078L )

Oct 16, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : 24.88

Full-time

Union : OCSEA

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Technical Skills :
Arts, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Advocacy

Professional Skills :
Adaptability, Building Trust, Collaboration, Creativity, Organizing and Planning

Activity Therapy Specialist 2
Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

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.

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 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.

• Plans, organizes & facilitates a comprehensive program of recreational, art,or music therapy/adjunctive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). assigned unit.
• Conducts therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques & mediums.
• Conducts individual & group therapy sessions for evaluation & skills/performance development in areas.
• Completes documentation to Joint Commission and CMS standards.
• Functions as a primary member of assigned interdisciplinary treatment team; evaluates patients; formulates & implements Individual Treatment Plan.

This is anhourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union),with a pay range of 29 on the OCSEAPay Range Schedule . This position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare , located at 2200 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43223.

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…