Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time- Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health in Cincinnati is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide care primarily in the treatment mall with potential unit-based placement. You will assist in implementing therapy programs, assess patients with psychosocial dysfunctions, and collaborate with the team to follow treatment plans.

The role is hourly, covered by OCSEA/AFSCME, with a pay rate of $29.44 per hour and a schedule of 8:30am–5pm plus every fifth weekend.

Qualifications

• Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
• In good standing per Ohio OT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing, planning and delivering group/individual occupational therapy based on standards of care.
• Provide assessment and treatment to patients with psychosocial dysfunctions, aging-related issues, physical disabilities, substance abuse and other daily living challenges.
• Collaborate with the treatment team and patients to follow agreed-upon treatment plans.
• Participate in developing methodologies, policies and procedures for the OT program with the OT Director.
• Conduct interviews with patients, gather information and history via interviews and chart reviews.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Education

OT Assistant license (Ohio)

Job description

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

Organization

Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail]

Work Location

1101 Summit Road
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45237-2621
United States

Compensation

$29.44

Schedule

Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours

8:30am-5pm and every 5th weekend

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

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, Ohio.

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

This position is primarily going to be providing care in the treatment mall however it may be temporarily transitioned to a unit‑based position.

• Assists in implementing, planning and delivering group/individual occupational therapy based on standards of care
• Provide assessment and treatment to patients with psychosocial dysfunctions, problems with aging, physical disabilities, substance abuse & other conditions interfering with daily living
• Collaborate with the treatment team and patients to follow agreed upon treatment plan
• Participate in developing methodologies, policies and procedures for implementation of occupational therapy program in conjunction with OT Director
• Conduct interviews with patients, gather information and history of patients through information obtained in the interview and chart reviews

Additional Information

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 29 on the OCSEA Pay Range. Normal working hours are 1st shift 8:30am-5pm with a Sunday rotation every 5-6 weeks. This position is located within our 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237

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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO Program 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.

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

Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.

• Or limited permit pursuant to Section 4755.07, to persons who have satisfied requirements of Divisions (A) to (C) of Section 4755.06.

Job Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

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.