What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position at Ohio Department of Behavioral Health?
What You’ll Do At DBH
This position is primarily going to be providing care in the treatment mall however it may be temporarily transitioned to a unit-based position.
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.
Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
anshita.munshani@dba.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation
$23.12 - $29.23
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:30am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Technical Skills
Communications, Advocacy
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Critical Thinking
Agency Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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, OH.
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 .
This position is primarily going to be providing care in the treatment mall however it may be temporarily transitioned to a unit-based position.
- Assists in implementing, planning and delivering group/individual occupational therapy based on standards of care
- Provide assessment and treatment to patients with psychosocial dysfunctions, problems with aging, physical disabilities, substance abuse & other conditions interfering with daily living
- Collaborate with the treatment team and patients to follow agreed upon treatment plan
- Participate in developing methodologies, policies and procedures for implementation of occupational therapy program in conjunction with OT Director
- Conduct interviews with patients, gather information and history of patients through information obtained in the interview and chart reviews
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.
Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License pursuant to Section 4755.02 of Revised Code.
- Or limited permit pursuant to Section 4755.07, to persons who have satisfied requirements of Divisions (A) to (C) of Section 4755.06.
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
anshita.munshani@dba.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation
$23.12 - $29.23
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:30am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Technical Skills
Communications, Advocacy
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Critical Thinking
Agency Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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, OH.
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 .
Salary : $23 - $29
