Police Officer PN

Job Description - Police Officer PN  )

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) provides comprehensive, person-centered care for mental health and substance use disorders. This position is located within our Heartland Behavioral Healthcare at 3000 Erie Street South, Massillon, OH 44646.

Behavioral Health - Heartland Behavioral Healthcare

Megan Trump, megan.trumpo.gov

Ongoing

Heartland Behavioral Health 3000 Erie Street South Massillon 44646

United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon

$49,587 - $72,197

Full‑time

Security

Law Enforcement

Attention to Detail, Building Trust, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Customer Focus, Responsiveness, Teamwork, Observation

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.

DBH is a proud 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.

Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health.

• Patrol campus grounds, buildings (interior and exterior checks) on foot & in car, ensuring safety of patients/clients, visitors, & employees.
• Assist in emergency/disaster situations (e.g., evacuation of buildings, inclement weather, hospital codes such as Code Black, Silver, Red).
• Make professional efforts to prevent/deter criminal activities, enforce Ohio Revised Code (criminal laws), and testify in court as required.
• Check identity of persons on grounds and their business/needs; monitor traffic and parking, issue tickets as necessary.
• Investigate/review alleged criminal complaints.
• Make inquiries on security/safety issues, document findings, and communicate with hospital administration regarding sensitive issues.
• Screen newly admitted patient(s) and their property for contraband via police policy; check/log valuables with the business office.
• Assist in interior clinical service functions (respond to Code Violets, Code Blue, etc.), aid nursing, medical, or direct care personnel in emergent incidents; assist with crisis interventions.
• Monitor and screen all visitors and returning patients; escort, assist visitors; transport forensic Level 1, 2, or Police Hold patient(s); provide assistance with mechanical problems.

This is an hourly position covered by the State of Ohio Unit 2 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #8 or #10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule.

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 opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then yearly raise thereafter.

• Police Officer 1, pay range 8 ($23.84/hour) to Police Officer 2, pay range 10 ($27.43/hour), based on experience.
• Schedule may vary for second/third shift.
• $1.25 shift differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shift, full‑time, permanent employees.
• Yearly…