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
- Provide medication, education, and empowerment to individuals
- Observe, evaluate, and record patient behavior, condition, and response to medication
- Monitor patient health including vital signs, treatment plan progress, and activity participation
- Serve in a fundamental role as a multi-disciplinary team member that creates a safe and positive environment through safety and observation rounds and group facilitation
This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #13 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. See supplemental information for available shifts. This position is located within our Heartland Behavioral Healthcare campus at 3000 Erie Street S., 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 $1.50 per hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Additional 10% pay Supplement ($3.50 per hour) for hours worked 2:30 pm – 7:00 am
- Additional hourly retention supplements available for education and certifications up to 15%
- Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service
Position Qualifications
Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code.
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.
Primary Job Skill: Nursing
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Mental Health
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Building Trust, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Delegation, Leading Others, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Emotional Intelligence
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.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Megan Trump, megan.trump@dbh.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Heartland Behavioral Health
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon
Compensation
$34.96 - $48.90
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7pm-7:30am (12s) 6x, 11p-7:30a (8s) 1x
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
1199
Primary Job Skill
Nursing
Technical Skills
Behavioral Health, Mental Health
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Building Trust, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Delegation, Emotional Intelligence, Leading Others, Situational Awareness, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Mental Health RN
Psychiatric/DD RN
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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