Workshop Program Evaluator (PN: 20047003)

State of Ohio; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio's Department of Behavioral Health seeks a Workshop Program Evaluator to perform vocational screenings, develop client-specific job plans, and monitor participation in the Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Work Program in Toledo, OH. The role supports psychosocial rehabilitation and requires counseling experience in mental health settings.

The position offers full-time hours with daytime shifts and union protections.

Qualifications

• Minimum 30 months of experience counseling persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled or other disadvantaged groups.
• Undergraduates with a core program in human services and 12 months of relevant experience.
• Alternative, equivalent evidence of minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Develop individualized vocational plans and teach transferable job skills for 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.

Skills

Mental Health

Attention to Detail

Planning and Development

Vocational Rehabilitation

Motivating Others

Organizing and Planning

Teamwork

Written Communication

Bookkeeping

Tools

Vocational Services Software

Job description

Job Description - Workshop Program Evaluator (PN: 20047003) (260006QT)

Workshop Program Evaluator (PN: 20047003) (260006QT)

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Donita 419-381-1881

Unposting Date

Sep 22, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Northwest Ohio Psych Hosp 930 South Detroit Avenue Toledo 43614-2701

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo

Compensation : $27.48

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 7am-3:30pm

Union : 1199

Primary Job Skill

Mental Health

Technical Skills : Bookkeeping, Planning and Development, Vocational Rehabilitation

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Motivating Others, Organizing and Planning, Teamwork, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Workshop Program Evaluator

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 at DBH

• Conduct vocational screenings, interviews, and assessments.
• Develop individualized vocational plans and teach transferable job skills, including preparing clientsto 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.

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/1199Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. This position is located withinour 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.

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.

Alternative, equivalent evidence of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Mental Health

Technical Skills: Bookkeeping, Planning and Development, Vocational Rehabilitation

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Motivating Others, Organizing and Planning, Teamwork, Written Communication

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post‑secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree‑granting institution.

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.

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.