Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Community Support Network Team

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio seeks a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for the Community Support Network Team in Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare, Columbus. This hourly role involves travel to client homes, therapy sessions, and coordination of IDDT/ACT services.

The position offers union-supported pay with opportunities for salary supplements and regular step increases; candidate must maintain licensure and provide timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires current license as social worker (LSW or LISW) issued by the State Board.
• Must have valid driver's license due to travel requirements.
• Official transcripts may be required for education listed on the application.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and provide services to Treatmentteam clients in IDDT/ACT care.
• Perform psychosocial interventions in individual, family or group settings.
• Monitor client response to treatment per their plan.
• Assist clients in securing benefits and community resources; provide outreach in community settings.
• Conduct and facilitate individualized service planning with assigned clients.
• Maintain licensure and complete timely documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Provide training to non-licensed staff and contribute to training programs.

Skills

Behavioral Health

Social Services

Building Consensus

Collaboration

Listening

Networking

Organizing and Planning

Priority Setting

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Job description

Job Description - Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Community Support Network Team (260006IH)

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Community Support Network Team ( 260006IH )

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Theresa 614-641-4346

Unposting Date

Sep 14, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1492

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $27.48 - $37.75

Schedule

Full-time

Union : 1199

Primary Job Skill

Human Resources

Technical Skills : Behavioral Health, Social Services

Professional Skills : Building Consensus, Collaboration, Listening, Networking, Organizing and Planning, Priority Setting, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

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.

Job Description

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 Treatmentteam 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.

This is anhourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 10 for an Social Worker 1 ( SW1 ) and pay range 11 for Social Worker 2 ( SW2 ) on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199Pay Range Schedule . Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, mostly daytime hours with an occasional evening as needed. This position is located within the Community Support Network at 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!
  

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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.