Social Worker 2 (Hospital) Plus Retention Supplement**

Northcoast Behavioral Health (NCBH)
1756 Sagamore Road
Northfield, 44067

Social Worker 2

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.

Social Worker 2

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.

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:

• Performs as a lead worker
• Review patient care, and provide discharge planning
• Coordinate assessment, evaluation, and social service needs
• Develop and implement treatment service plan
• Provide interventions with acute and complex patients
• Provide referrals and linkages with public and private benefit systems
• Maintain documentation requirements in accordance with federal, state, local agencies, and accrediting bodies
• Establish and maintain working relationships with outside agencies and support services.
• Attend and participate in training sessions, department procedures, and policy review meetings

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #11 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare, 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio 44067.

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:

Longevity supplement after 5 years of service.

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:

• Performs as a lead worker
• Review patient care, and provide discharge planning
• Coordinate assessment, evaluation, and social service needs
• Develop and implement treatment service plan
• Provide interventions with acute and complex patients
• Provide referrals and linkages with public and private benefit systems
• Maintain documentation requirements in accordance with federal, state, local agencies, and accrediting bodies
• Establish and maintain working relationships with outside agencies and support services.
• Attend and participate in training sessions, department procedures, and policy review meetings

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #11 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare, 1756 Sagamore Road, Northfield, Ohio 44067.