Licensed Social Worker - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a Social Worker 1 in Columbus at 2200 West Broad Street. Under supervision, you will develop and implement treatment plans, coordinate assessments, deliver case management, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations in a hospital-to-community setting.

This hourly, full-time role offers daytime hours (with occasional evenings), unionized pay ranges from $27.48 to $37.75 per hour, and opportunities to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Requires current license as social worker (LSW or LISW) issued by the Ohio Board.
• Two years of service experience may be addressed by ORC provisions and agency requirements.
• Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education per application instructions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates assessment, evaluation, and social service needs for patients and plans.
• Performs overall case management and crisis intervention.
• Develops client treatment plans and ensures compliance with standards and regulations.
• Monitors progress, maintains clinical records, and documents timely.
• Refers clients to community programs and resources.
• Participates in treatment team meetings and planning.
• Maintains documentation and reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Adheres to Joint Commission, OMHAS, and COBH compliance requirements.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and conferences as required.
• Establishes working relationships with facilities and support services.
• Plans continuity of care from hospital to community.

Skills

Mental Health

Social Work

Education

Social Work License (LSW/LISW)

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Behavioral Health - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Work Location: 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43223-1492, United States

Compensation: $27.48/hour - $37.75/hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 7:30am-4pm/8am-4:30pm M-F

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health

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.

What You'll Do

Under general supervision, a Social Worker 1 performs as a member of the team developing and implementing treatment plans for patient care through discharge.

• Coordinates assessment, evaluation, and social service needs for patients and their individual service plan or treatment plan throughout their care cycle.
• Performs overall case management & crisis intervention.
• Develops client treatment plans & ensures compliance with applicable standards, agency policies & administrative regulations & institutional rules.
• Monitors clients’ progress in treatment; maintains clinical case records, documentation, and case files.
• Refers clients to community programs and resources.
• Participates as part of treatment team (planning meetings, case presentation and discussions, and provides services in accordance with principles of a therapeutic community).
• Completes & maintains accurate and timely documentation and reports.
• Maintains knowledge and adherence to compliance requirements for Joint Commission, OMHAS, and COBH.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and conferences as required.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with other facilities, agencies, and support services.
• Plans and implements continuity of care from hospital to community through collaboration.

Additional Information

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of # 10 if LSW and #11 if LISW on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, mostly daytime hours with an occasional evening. This position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare at 2 200 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 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 yearly raise thereafter.

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.

Rule 5122-7-21, "Background check on applicants," outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

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

All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification 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.

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 )

Qualifications

Requires current license as social worker (i.e., LSW) as issued by State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board in accordance with ORC 4757.28. Pursuant to ORC 4757.41 (A)(5) any person engaging in social work or professional counseling as a civil service employee as defined in section 124.01 of the Revised Code who has at least two years of service as of July 10, 2014 is exempt from current licensure as social worker (i.e. LSW) requirement.

Note: if licensed as an LSW position would be a SW1 and if licensed as a LISW position will be an SW2.

Job Skills: Mental Health, Social Work

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.

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.