Who We Are:
We provide statewide leadership of highly valued mental health & addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery at OhioMHAS!
We are looking for team members who will serve compassionately, contribute & collaborate, deliver quality and be accountable.
What We Do:
OhioMHAS operates regional psychiatric hospitals in six locations across the state that operate 365/24/7. Our specialized facilities provide short-term, intensive treatment to patients in both inpatient and community-supported environments. We also deliver comprehensive care to patients committed through the criminal justice system.
Position Location:
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
1756 Sagamore Rd.
Northfield, Ohio 44067
Salary Information:
$22.50 – $27.73
Work Hours:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm (Flexible based on operational need)
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.mha.ohio.gov
What You’ll Do:
Under the direct supervision of an independent social worker (LISW) or a social worker (LSW), a Social Work Assistant may perform the following job duties: Completion of patient social work assessments, including documentation in the electronic client record & obtaining of collateral information for ongoing treatment. Coordinates & assists with discharge planning for assigned caseload, including completion of discharge documentation as required; facilitation of referrals for continuity of care, including fax transmission of referral packets & follow up calls on referrals. Assist in facilitation of patient groups & documentation in the electronic client record. Assist with escorts for discharge & facilitation/visual observation of patients for court evaluations/special visitations in-person or virtually. Assist with processing of patient commissary request forms & clothing/property requests. Attends & participates in training sessions, department procedure & policy review meetings; completes other duties &/or activities as assigned.
What’s in it for you:
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
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Qualifications
Requires current registration as Social Work Assistant as issued by State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board in accordance with ORC 4757.29.