Mental Health Administrator 3- Assistant Program Director

Ohio Department of Public Safety; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities invites applications for Mental Health Administrator 3 - Assistant Program Director at the Tiffin Developmental Center in Tiffin, Ohio. The role leads programmatic systems for ISP input, oversees staff, conducts audits, delivers trauma-informed training, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

This full-time exempt position offers a chance to develop services for youth 12-17 and adults with developmental disabilities, with

Qualifications

• 24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/habilitation plans for individuals who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled.
• 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees.
• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state & federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming.
• 6 mos. exp. in writing or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives.

Responsibilities

• Acts as an Assistant Program Director.
• Develops & manages programmatic systems for ISP input and services.
• Conducts internal audits and monitors staff for compliance with regulations.
• Provides hands-on support, training, coaching, and trauma-informed care.
• Provides corrective feedback or disciplinary action as needed.
• Participates in planning meetings.

Skills

Mental Health

Technical Documentation

Communications

Customer Service

Management

Planning and Development

Coaching

Decision Making

Leading Others

Motivating Others

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate core program in mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field

Job description

Job Description - Mental Health Administrator 3- Assistant Program Director (2600071V)

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Holly Martin - [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Tiffin Developmental Center 600 North River Road Tiffin 44883

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Seneca County-Tiffin

Compensation : $33.32 - $47.47

Schedule

Full-time

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Mental Health

Technical Skills : Technical Documentation, Communications, Customer Service, Management, Planning and Development

Professional Skills : Coaching, Decision Making, Leading Others, Motivating Others, Teamwork

Agency Overview

About the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD)

Tiffin Developmental Center (TDC)

Mission: DODD will partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Vision: Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive.

Values: Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

Inclusion – We create environments, programs and processes that value those we support and encourages participation.

Partnership – We work together to build connections that are essential for innovative support options and representative of the needs and wants of people with developmental disabilities.

Respect – We are kind and empathetic, honor the choices and wishes of those we support and their families and conduct our work ethically and sustainably.

TDC is a residential facility located in Northwest Ohio. We support youth aged 12-17 and adults with developmental disabilities. We have a large rural campus which provides opportunities for our residents to be active in addition to being part of our community. Our direct care staff and nurses provide 24/7 care to the individuals who call TDC home. We focus on support and stabilization so our individuals can integrate into an environment that best meets their wants and needs.

Job Description

Examples of Job Duties of MHA3

• Acts as an Assistant Program Director

• Develops & manages programmatic systems for input into ISP, development & active treatment services offered by the Center

• Conducts internal audits & monitors staff to ensure compliance with federal & state regulations. Reviews policies related to staffing, Individual Service Plans & recommends changes and assist with implementation.

• Provide hands‑on support to staff by modeling active treatment strategies, delivering training and coaching, and responding to staff who need guidance or assistance including the use of trauma‑informed care principles and approved behavioral intervention techniques.
• Provide corrective feedback or disciplinary action as needed, in alignment with facility policies and labor agreements.
• Participates in planning meetings
• Oversight of the programmatic components of the Electronic Health Record to ensure accurate documentation and alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures implementation of prevention plans

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

24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/habilitation plans for individuals who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled & working as part of inter-disciplinary team to assess individual’s needs & abilities; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services), special education, psychology or rehabilitation; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing &/or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.

-Or 6 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administrator 2, 65222.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Mental Health

Supplemental Information

May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior and communicable diseases.

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.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123‑2‑02 “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.