Psychologist – Plus Pay Supplement

State of Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

A state health department in Cincinnati seeks a licensed psychologist to provide psychological services in both clinical and forensic settings. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role requires a valid Ohio psychology license. The department offers competitive benefits, including paid time off and retirement plans, along with ongoing training and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license to practice psychology issued by the Ohio State Board of Psychology.
• Official transcripts required for all post-secondary education listed on the application.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services including groups and psychotherapy.
• Perform assessments for justice-involved populations.
• Develop treatment plans relevant to psychology services.
• Conduct forensic assessments and testify as needed.

Skills

Behavioral Health

Counseling and Rehabilitation

Forensics

Mental Health

Psychology

Education

License to practice psychology in Ohio

Job description

Overview

Organization: Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Unposting Date: Feb 27, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Schedule: Full-time

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill: Behavioral Health

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Forensics, Mental Health, Psychology

About DBH

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 employ over 2,800 professionals across six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office in Columbus, OH.

DBH values: Service-Oriented, Collaborative, Value Driven, Innovative, Strong Sense of Urgency. We foster a stigma-free environment and support wellness and recovery-informed policies.

DBH is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery.

What you’ll do at DBH

• Provide psychological services including groups, psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and psychosocial rehabilitation
• Perform assessments, including risk assessments and risk management planning for justice-involved population
• Administer, score, interpret, and report results of psychological tests
• Provide forensic assessments per court order, testify to your expert opinion as requested
• Liaison to the treatment team
• Develop treatment plans and ensure relevance to psychology services
• Develop and implement programs
• Attend meetings and serve on committees/work groups

Psychologists will work in clinical and forensic psychology in regional psychiatric hospitals, providing trauma-focused and patient-centered care, forensic evaluations, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Training and mentorship are offered for forensic subspecialty skills as needed. Strong clinical skills and the ability to conduct cognitive, personality, and risk assessments are essential.

Psychologists contribute to hospital initiatives and coordinate patient care with psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and other team members.

Position Details

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit, with a pay range of 15 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Shift availability includes day, afternoon, evening, weekends, and holidays. Location: Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus, 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237.

Salary/Benefits: Starting pay may be Step 1 with potential increases after six months and annually thereafter. Additional pay information includes a 3% pay increase on July 1, 2026 and longevity after 5 years of service.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

We offer competitive benefits for eligible full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, birth/adoption leave, education opportunities, and retirement plans. Benefits details vary and are explained by the Agency Contact above.

Qualifications

License to practice psychology as issued by the Ohio State Board of Psychology per ORC sections 4732.12 or 4732.15 (A).

Job Skills: Behavioral Health

Required Educational Transcripts: Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education listed on the application. Transcripts must be submitted before a formal employment offer. Transcripts from a institution’s website are not accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Application Procedures

Apply online through careers.ohio.gov. Complete the supplemental questions with evidence of qualifications. Check application status via your Ohio Civil Service profile. We will communicate via the email in your profile. Follow instructions on the posting.

Background Check Notice: The final candidate will undergo a criminal background check. Convictions do not necessarily preclude consideration.

Accommodations: If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assess/ interview, contact Andrew Seifert, EEO Program Administrator, at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

All final applicants tentatively selected will be required to submit to urinalysis before appointments. A positive test may disqualify an applicant.

Additional Information

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA and applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace: State policy prohibits marijuana use; this posting may include additional restrictions.