Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

State of Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,850 - 40,267; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off, including 11 paid holidays

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems options

Job summary

A state government agency in Cincinnati seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide care in treatment settings. The role involves implementing therapy plans, conducting patient assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must have a current Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License and provide official transcripts of their educational background. The position offers competitive pay between $23.12 and $29.23 per hour, and includes comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License required.
• Official transcripts required for all post-secondary education.
• Experience in occupational therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the treatment mall and unit-based positions.
• Assist in implementing and delivering occupational therapy.
• Conduct patient assessments and collaborate with treatment teams.

Skills

Communications

Advocacy

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Education

Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Summit Behavioral Healthcare 1101 Summit Road Cincinnati 45237-2621

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation: $23.12 - $29.23

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Technical Skills: Communications, Advocacy

Professional Skills: Adaptability, Critical Thinking

Agency Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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 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.

Job Description

What you’ll do at DBH

This position is primarily going to be providing care in the treatment mall; however, it may be temporarily transitioned to a unit-based position.

• Assists in implementing, planning and delivering group/individual occupational therapy based on standards of care
• Provide assessment and treatment to patients with psychosocial dysfunctions, problems with aging, physical disabilities, substance abuse & other conditions interfering with daily living
• Collaborate with the treatment team and patients to follow agreed upon treatment plan
• Participate in developing methodologies, policies and procedures for implementation of occupational therapy program in conjunction with OT Director
• Conduct interviews with patients, gather information and history of patients through information obtained in the interview and chart reviews
• This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 29 on the OCSEAPay 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 an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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 time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.
Or limited permit pursuant to Section 4755.07, to persons who have satisfied requirements of Divisions (A) to (C) of Section 4755.06.

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 institution’s website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Supplemental Information

Application Procedures To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). 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.

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 applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment & interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO Program Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

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.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.