What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time position at Ohio Department of Behavioral Health?
What You’ll Do At DBH
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 120 days of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter
Requires current certification as Peer Recovery Supporter in accordance with OAC 5122.29.15.
Job Skills: Mental Health
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@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
May 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation
$21.93/ hour
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00 pm | weekend as needed
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Professional Skills
Cultural Awareness, Customer Focus, Establishing Relationships, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
Certified Peer Recover Supporter
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 .
- Designs and facilitates recovery-based services and supports to assist individuals in achieving personal recovery goals
- Offers assistance with daily living, emotional and social support, and connections to clinical care and community resources
- Utilizes personal recovery experience, when appropriate, to encourage and inspire hope
- Leads and coordinates recovery-related groups, teaching coping skills, relaxation techniques, and wellness strategies
- Mentors clients/residents through the recovery process by promoting empowerment, goal-setting, and self-advocacy
- Educates clients/residents on available peer services, rights processes, advance directives, and supplemental support programs
- Assists with completing forms and applications for resources such as residential state supplement programs
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 120 days of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter
Requires current certification as Peer Recovery Supporter in accordance with OAC 5122.29.15.
Job Skills: Mental Health
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@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
May 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation
$21.93/ hour
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00 pm | weekend as needed
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Professional Skills
Cultural Awareness, Customer Focus, Establishing Relationships, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
Certified Peer Recover Supporter
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 .
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