Inpatient Behavioral Health Direct Care Specialist

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support/Direct Care professional to join the Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare inpatient team in Toledo. This hourly, full-time role supports adults with daily living skills, hygiene, and social interactions in a structured setting.

You will implement personal and behavior plans, de-escalate crises, document progress, and collaborate with nurses and colleagues to help individuals be well, get well, and stay well.

Qualifications

• Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary.
• Or in positions at Veteran Services in addition to above must possess STNA certification /or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
• For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in inpatient hospital to develop essential independent living and social skills.
• Implement personal and behavior plans and assist with hygiene, medication management, budgeting, and social interactions.
• Maintain a safe environment, de-escalate crises, model professional behavior, and transport consumers to appointments as necessary.
• Collaborate with team to develop individualized service plans and document progress while keeping the facility clean.

Skills

Direct Support/Direct Care

Job description

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support/Direct Care professional to join the Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare inpatient team in Toledo. This hourly, full-time role supports adults with daily living skills, hygiene, and social interactions in a structured setting.

You will implement personal and behavior plans, de-escalate crises, document progress, and collaborate with nurses and colleagues to help individuals be well, get well, and stay well.