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
- Clinical & administrative leader responsible for 24 hour clinical, administrative, operational, management of two behavioral healthcare inpatient nursing unit/units
- Directs/supervises licensed & non-licensed nursing staff to ensure delivery of quality recovery focused treatment & interventions, as presented on recovery treatment plans
- Confers with & directs nursing supervisors regarding conditions of patients & unit operations
- Identifies safety concerns & follows through to assure safe & therapeutic patient care & environment
- Collaborates with Director of Nursing (DON) regarding competency evaluation & appropriate corrective &/or disciplinary actions
- Interviews applicants & recommends for hire
- Approves/disapproves & monitors schedules & requests for leaves.
This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of #16 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This position is located within our HEARTLAND BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE at 3000 Erie Street South, Massillon, OH 44646.
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
Additional incentives for education and retention with the State of Ohio.
Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code; 36 mos. exp. in psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities; completion of undergraduate core program in nursing; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in supervision; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in management; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in counseling; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in public relations.
- Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience requirements, but not for the mandated licensure.
Job Skills: Nursing
Organization
Behavioral Health - Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Megan Trump, megan.trump@mha.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Nov 17, 2025, 10:59:00 PM
Work Location
Heartland Behavioral Health
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon
Compensation
$47.50/hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7:30am-4:00pm, flexible to meet operational needs
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Nursing
Technical Skills
Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Nursing
Professional Skills
Coaching, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Delegation, Leading Others, Organizing and Planning, Responsiveness
Agency Overview
Clinical Nurse Manager
Psychiatric/DD RN Manager
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.
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