Therapeutic Program Worker (MENTAL HEALTH Therapeutic Aide) FULL TIME – HIRING INCENTIVE $1000

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to advancing behavioral healthcare in Ohio is seeking a Therapeutic Program Worker. The role involves developing treatment plans, conducting patient activities, and providing direct support. Candidates need a high school diploma and a valid driver's license, with a commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with mental health and addiction challenges.

Qualifications

• Formal education in arithmetic, reading, and writing English.
• Direct Support/Direct Care experience is required.
• Valid driver’s license necessary for transporting consumers.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans and perform documentation.
• Conduct patient group activities and transport patients.
• Participate in appropriate interventions.

Skills

Direct Support/Direct Care

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Communications

Advocacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What You’ll Do At OhioMHAS

• Participate in the development of treatment plans
• Perform charting, documentation, records, and reporting
• Organize and conduct patient group activities
• Transport patients to off-site appointments
• Participate in appropriate interventions

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 7 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. The position is located at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will start at Step 1 of the pay range.

Formal education in arithmetic (including addition & subtraction), reading, writing, and speaking common English vocabulary is required. For the Department of Developmental Disabilities, a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary. Positions at Veteran Services require STNA certification and/or listing on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.

For roles involving operation of a motor vehicle to transport consumers, a valid driver’s license is required.

Or an equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment as noted above.

Required Educational Transcripts: Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit these transcripts before a formal employment offer is made. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website are not accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to verify the academic validity of the institution.

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care

Organization: Mental Health & Addiction Services - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Unposting Date: Jul 13, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location: Summit Behavioral Healthcare

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

Compensation: $21.63 per hour

Schedule: Full-time

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Direct Support/Direct Care

Technical Skills: Communications, Advocacy

Professional Skills: Adaptability, Critical Thinking

Agency Overview

Therapeutic Program Worker

Who We Are: At Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), we aim to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We employ over 2,800 dedicated professionals across various facilities and services in Ohio.

OhioMHAS Values

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Join our team to be part of a highly qualified, respectful, and valued environment that advances behavioral healthcare in Ohio.