Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Community Support Network Team

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health in Columbus, Ohio is hiring a Social Worker to support the Community Support Network. The role involves daily client visits, individual and group therapy, and coordination of services within the IDDT/ACT care model.

The position requires a current social work license (LSW or LISW) and a valid driver’s license, with duties including documentation, benefits assistance, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Current license as social worker (LSW or LISW) issued by the Ohio Board of Counsellor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for daily travel in Franklin County.
• Ability to conduct individual and group counseling and provide outreach in the community.
• Documentation and record-keeping must be accurate and timely per regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver services to CSN clients within IDDT/ACT care model.
• Perform psychosocial interventions in individual, family or group settings.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Assist clients in securing benefits and community resources; provide community-based counseling.
• Prepare and maintain case records; ensure timely documentation for billing and compliance.
• Provide training/consultation to non-licensed clinical staff; participate in continuing education.

Skills

Collaboration

Building Consensus

Listening

Networking

Organizing and Planning

Priority Setting

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Job description

Organization

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.

What You'll Do At DBH

We are hiring for Social Worker within the social work department of the Community Support Network, located on the campus of the Columbus Development Center headquartered within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare. Please note, if licensed as a LISW the position would be as an Social Worker 2 (SW2) if licensed as a LSW the position would be as an Social Worker 1 (SW1).

Important Note

This position requires daily travel into and around the Franklin County community to visit clients in their residence, assist them with appointments, facilitate therapy sessions (individual or group), etc. Must have valid driver's license.

• Plans, coordinates, provides assistance to the Treatment team clients in IDDT/ACT model of care, including, but not limited to: IDDT Stage-Wise treatment, group treatment, individual counseling, SAMI assessment & treatment planning. Trains & mentors team staff in IDDT technology and other intervention modalities.
• Performs psychosocial interventions with client in an individual, family or group forum.
• Monitors clients response to treatment as prescribed in the client's treatment plan.
• Assists clients in securing benefits & other community resources. Provides outreach services to CSN clients & counseling services in the community setting such as client homes;
• Conducts & facilitates individualized service planning with assigned clients.
• Maintains appropriate licensure for provision of services offered.
• Prepares timely documentation as required: documents all services, writes & maintains case records, provides data & information needed to complete service billing. Documentation must be completed within the required timeframes for regulatory compliance.
• Provide assistance/consultation to non-licensed clinical staff. Assist in developing training programs for non-licensed clinical staff.
• Acquire & maintain proficiency level through continuing education in SAMI/IDDT & ACT principals including Motivational Interviewing, stages of change & appropriate interventions for each stage;
• Keep current with CSN Directives Manuals; participates in continuing professional development; attends appropriate conferences, workshops & training sessions.

Hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union); pay range: 10 for Social Worker 1 (SW1) and 11 for Social Worker 2 (SW2); compensation: $27.48 - $37.75; normal working hours Monday-Friday, mostly daytime, occasional evening; schedule: Full-time; location: 1810 Sullivant Ave Columbus, Ohio 43223.

Additional Salary Information

• Additional 10% social worker pay supplement at time of hire (off step one of pay grade)!
• COBH service pay supplements added at 1 year, 2 years and 5 years of service!
• Yearly cost of living increases per the 1199 contract
• Periodic step increases, the first of which is awarded after 180 days of employment!
• Additional state longevity pay supplement after 5 years of state service!

Position Qualifications

Requires current license as social worker (i.e., LSW or LISW) 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.

Important

Due to travel requirement to visit clients in and around Franklin County candidate must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Technical Skills

• Mental Health
• Social Services

Professional Skills

• Collaboration
• Building Consensus
• Listening
• Networking
• Organizing and Planning
• Priority Setting
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

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.

Agency Overview

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Community Support Network Team

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.