Psychologist - Full Time - With 15% Retention & Recruitment Supplement

Job Description

Psychologist - Full Time - With 15% Retention & Recruitment Supplement

(
250007JN
)

Organization
:

Behavioral Health - Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

dmh-mh-ath-human-resources@mha.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
:

Ongoing
Work Location
:

Appalachia Behav - Athens

100 Hospital Drive

Athens

45701
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens

Compensation
:

$42.29
Schedule
:

Full-time
Classified Indicator
:

Classified
Union
:

1199

Primary Job Skill
:

Behavioral Health
Technical Skills
:

Basic Documentation, Risk Assessment, Behavioral Health, Communications, Mental Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Professional Skills
:

Adaptability, Building Trust, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality

Agency Overview
Psychologist
Full Time - With 15% Retention & Recruitment Supplement
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
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.
Job Description
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
:
At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), our psychologists play a critical role in supporting the mental health and well-being of patients while contributing to the agency's mission. Specifically, they would:
Conduct psychological evaluations and develop treatment plans tailored to the needs of patients.
Provide individual and group therapy for mental health and substance use disorders, including issues such as trauma, self-injury, and interpersonal conflicts.
Assess and manage suicide risks, offering crisis interventions and coping strategies.
Perform court-ordered forensic evaluations, such as competency to stand trial and sanity assessments.
Prepare detailed forensic reports and provide expert testimony in legal proceedings.
Consult on cases involving guardianship, risk assessments, and discharge planning.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement mental health and addiction treatment programs.
Provide training, guidance, and technical support to staff and treatment teams.
Recommend policies and procedures to improve patient care and program outcomes.
Coordinate mental health services with community providers to ensure continuity of care.
Act as a liaison between the institution, legal professionals, families, and case managers.
Conduct research on psychological assessment and treatment approaches to inform best practices.
Provides clinical support & instruction to graduate students & support staff.
Deliver educational workshops, in-service training, and staff development programs.
In this role, the psychologist would contribute to improving patient outcomes and supporting DBH's mission to provide innovative, evidence-based care and services.
This is an
hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union)
, with a pay range of
# 15
on the
Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule
.

Normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, hours may vary.
This position is located within
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus

at 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701.
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.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information:
Flexible weekday schedule
Collegial work environment where learning is encouraged
GENEROUS recruitment/retention supplements available
Voluntary on-duty coverage [after hours] opportunities at 80% of total hourly rate
Physician loan repayment program [up to$30k per year]
Health benefits trade-off monthly lump sum supplement available
Free
malpractice insurance
Must be able to complete a 2 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation
May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior
Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment
At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success.
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at

www.dbh.ohio.gov/
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
Position Qualifications

License to practice psychology as issued by Ohio State Board of Psychology per Section 4732.12 or 4732.15 (A) of Ohio Revised Code.
*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.
Job Skills:
Behavioral Health
Technical Skills:
Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Basic Documentation, Communications, Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Risk Assessment
Professional Skills:
Critical Thinking, Building Trust, Confidentiality, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Adaptability
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Supplemental Information
Application Procedures
To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.
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 applica

Requirements

minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.
Job Skills:
Behavioral Health
Technical Skills:
Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Basic Documentation, Communications, Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Risk Assessment
Professional Skills:
Critical Thinking, Building Trust, Confidentiality, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Adaptability
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.