Workshop Program Evaluator - Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a Vocational Specialist to support Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare in Toledo. You will conduct screenings, develop plans, and coordinate participation in the Work Program to help clients gain employment.

This hourly role supports clients’ vocational goals, with responsibilities including documentation, collaboration with hospital teams, and delivering transferable job skills in a compassionate, recovery‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 30 months' experience counseling persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled.
• Undergraduate core program in human services (e.g., rehabilitation counseling, social work) plus 12 months counseling experience.
• Graduate core program in human services (e.g., rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology).
• Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Develop individualized vocational plans and teach transferable job skills.
• Coordinate and monitor client participation in Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Vocational Services “Work Program.”
• Document client progress and write routine progress notes.
• Support therapeutic activities and maintain attendance records.
• Escort clients to on‑ and off‑unit programs as needed.
• Serve on hospital committees and perform miscellaneous duties to support an integrated psychosocial rehabilitation approach.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mental Health

Education

Undergraduate core program in human services

Graduate core program in human services

Alternative evidence of minimum qualifications

Job description

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

Organization: Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Work Location: 930 South Detroit Avenue
Toledo, Ohio, 43614
United States

Compensation: $27.48

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health

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

• Conduct vocational screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Develop individualized vocational plans and teach transferable job skills, including preparing clients to seek employment after discharge.
• Coordinate and monitor client participation in Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Vocational Services “Work Program.”
• Document client progress and write routine progress notes.
• Support therapeutic activities and maintain attendance records.
• Escort clients to on‑ and off‑unit programs as needed.
• Serve on hospital committees and perform miscellaneous duties to support an integrated psychosocial rehabilitation approach.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 10 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. This position is located within our Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare location, located at 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614.

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.

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 reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

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

• 30 mos. exp. counseling persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled or other disadvantaged group of people.
• –Or completion of undergraduate core program in human services area (e.g., rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, occupational therapy) & 12 mos. exp. counseling persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled or other disadvantaged group of people.
• –Or completion of graduate core program in human services area (e.g., rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, occupational therapy).
• –Or alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Mental Health

Required Educational Transcripts

Officialtranscripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an officialtranscript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to providetranscripts within five (5) business days of the request will result indisqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from theinstitution’s website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of BehavioralHealth reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of thedegree-granting institution.

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.