What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Standards Surveyor - PN 20038139 position at Ohio Department of Behavioral Health?
Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.
What You’ll Do At DBH
We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Behavioral Standards Health Surveyor to evaluate community mental health and alcohol, drug, and other addiction service providers, including residential facilities. This role ensures that providers comply with applicable licensure and certification regulations and supports continuous improvement in the quality of care delivered across the behavioral health system.
Key Responsibilities
Licensure & Certification Compliance
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.
24 mos. exp. in delivery of health/human services; 24 mos. exp. in certification (e.g., review of written applications for compliance with rules & regulations) or 24 mos. exp. in mental health or alcohol & drug addiction practice; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in coordination or development of mental health &/or alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in administration or operation of regulations &/or standards governing programming & environment in mental health, alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services or related facilities; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. writing technical reports, providing consultation, technical assistance &/or training to groups concerning program development &/or interpretation & implementation of rules, standards, policies & guidelines for mental health or related issues; must be able to provide own transportation.
Primary Job Skill: Regulatory Compliance Assessment
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health,Technical Writing, Regulatory Compliance
Professional Skills: Consultation, Attention to Detail
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.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Human Resources
Unposting Date
Jun 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
James A Rhodes Office Tower 33
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$32.68 per hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
M-F; 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Regulatory Compliance, Technical Writing, Behavioral Health
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Consultation
Agency Overview
Behavorial Health Standards Surveyor
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
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
We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Behavioral Standards Health Surveyor to evaluate community mental health and alcohol, drug, and other addiction service providers, including residential facilities. This role ensures that providers comply with applicable licensure and certification regulations and supports continuous improvement in the quality of care delivered across the behavioral health system.
Key Responsibilities
Licensure & Certification Compliance
- Evaluate community behavioral health providers and residential facilities for compliance with state licensure and certification rules.
- Review licensure or certificate applications and supporting documents for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct on-site surveys to assess adherence to applicable rules and standards.
- Identify areas of non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor progress on corrective action plans through documentation reviews and follow-up surveys.
- Investigate incident reports and complaints to determine regulatory impact.
- Provide or recommend technical assistance in response to identified non-compliance.
- Make recommendations for issuance, denial, or revocation of licenses or certificates.
- Prepare detailed reports, including tracking logs, written findings letters, and travel expense documentation.
- Assemble licensure/certification survey packets containing task sheets, interview forms, focus review documents, and clinical record checklists.
- Conduct unannounced or validation surveys as assigned.
- Participate in training sessions and meetings to promote consistent interpretation and application of rules.
- Assist in developing survey tools, checklists, and other licensure/certification resources.
- Recommend updates or revisions to rules, standards, and processes.
- Identify systemic issues related to surveying and propose practical solutions.
- Develop specialized expertise in designated standards areas (e.g., mental health, substance use treatment, integrated care, residential care, incident reporting, medication standards).
- Contribute to the ongoing review and improvement of clinical standards, policies, procedures, and documentation requirements (e.g., assessments, treatment plans, progress notes).
- Provide subject-matter expertise in areas such as mental health, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis treatment, or residential standards.
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.
24 mos. exp. in delivery of health/human services; 24 mos. exp. in certification (e.g., review of written applications for compliance with rules & regulations) or 24 mos. exp. in mental health or alcohol & drug addiction practice; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in coordination or development of mental health &/or alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in administration or operation of regulations &/or standards governing programming & environment in mental health, alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services or related facilities; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. writing technical reports, providing consultation, technical assistance &/or training to groups concerning program development &/or interpretation & implementation of rules, standards, policies & guidelines for mental health or related issues; must be able to provide own transportation.
- Or Completion of undergraduate core program in human services area, mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services, alcohol & drug addiction, psychology, sociology, nursing); 24 mos. exp. in certification (e.g., review of written applications for compliance with rules & regulations) or 24 mos. exp. in mental health or alcohol & drug addiction practice; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in coordination or development of mental health &/or alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in administration or operation of regulations &/or standards governing programming & environment in mental health, alcohol & drug treatment &/or prevention services or related facilities; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. writing technical reports, providing consultation, technical assistance &/or training to groups concerning program development &/or interpretation & implementation of rules, standards, policies & guidelines for mental health or related issues; must be able to provide own transportation.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Primary Job Skill: Regulatory Compliance Assessment
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health,Technical Writing, Regulatory Compliance
Professional Skills: Consultation, Attention to Detail
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.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Human Resources
Unposting Date
Jun 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
James A Rhodes Office Tower 33
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$32.68 per hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
M-F; 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Regulatory Compliance, Technical Writing, Behavioral Health
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Consultation
Agency Overview
Behavorial Health Standards Surveyor
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
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.
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