Police Officer - Full Time- Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a Security & Patrol professional for Summit Behavioral Healthcare in Cincinnati, OH. The role covers patrols, emergency response, investigations, and general safety duties within a hospital setting.

Shifts include 2nd and 3rd, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6am, with hourly compensation of $28.25. The position is located at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237, and is part of Unit 2. Qualifications include basic peace officer training or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio revised code valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Patrols hospital grounds and buildings on foot and by vehicle to ensure safety and security.
• Checks property for open doors, windows, fires, hazards, or security breaches.
• Monitors traffic and parking areas, verifies parking permits, issues citations as necessary, and ensures efficient traffic flow.
• Prevents crime by enforcing state laws, hospital rules, and safety regulations.
• Checks identity of persons on premises and determines the nature of their business.
• Responds to hospital codes, alarms, and emergency situations including evacuations, inclement weather, medical incidents, and security threats.
• Assists with disaster preparedness and response activities, including fire drills and hospital-wide safety initiatives.
• Testifies in court proceeding when required.
• Investigates complaints, disturbances, and potential criminal activity.
• Escorts and assists visitors, staff, and patients as needed.
• Supports clinical staff by assisting in the safe handling, restraint, transport, or supervision of patients when required.
• Provides routine assistance to staff and visitors (e.g., unlocking vehicles, assisting with mechanical issues, securing patient valuables).
• Maintains accurate logs, completes reports, documents unusual incidents.
• Operates communication equipment, relays messages, and ensures timely information flow between staff.
• Assists with safety inspections, key control, and security-related audits.
• Stays current on law enforcement practices, hospital safety standards, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Job description

Work Location: 1101 Summit Road

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

Organization: Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45237-2621

United States

Compensation: $28.25

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 2nd and 3rd shift 2pm-10pm and 10pmto 6am

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Unit 2

Primary Job Skill: Law Enforcement

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

Security & Patrol

• Patrols hospital grounds and buildings on foot and by vehicle to ensure safety and security.
• Checks property for open doors, windows, fires, hazards, or security breaches.
• Monitors traffic and parking areas, verifies parking permits, issues citations as necessary, and ensures efficient traffic flow.
• Prevents crime by enforcing state laws, hospital rules, and safety regulations.
• Checks identity of persons on premises and determines the nature of their business.

Emergency Response

• Responds to hospital codes, alarms, and emergency situations including evacuations, inclement weather, medical incidents, and security threats.
• Assists with disaster preparedness and response activities, including fire drills and hospital-wide safety initiatives.
• Testifies in court proceeding when required.

Investigations & Service Support

• Investigates complaints, disturbances, and potential criminal activity.
• Escorts and assists visitors, staff, and patients as needed.
• Supports clinical staff by assisting in the safe handling, restraint, transport, or supervision of patients when required.
• Provides routine assistance to staff and visitors (e.g., unlocking vehicles, assisting with mechanical issues, securing patient valuables).

Administrative Duties

• Maintains accurate logs, completes reports, documents unusual incidents.
• Operates communication equipment, relays messages, and ensures timely information flow between staff.
• Assists with safety inspections, key control, and security-related audits.
• Stays current on law enforcement practices, hospital safety standards, and emergency procedures.

Other Duties

• Performs additional tasks as assigned to support the safety and mission of Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Additional Information

This is an hourly position and is in the Unit 2 Bargaining Unit, with a pay range of 10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule. Working hours are 1 st Shift: 6am-2pm | 2 nd Shift: 2pm-10pm | 3 rd Shift: 10pm-6am. Assigned shift will depend on Unit 2 contract/current canvas. Days & hours may vary according to operational needs. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237.

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 !

• 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

Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio revised code valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year. Note: Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits

Job Skills: Law Enforcement

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.