Correction Officer 2nd Shift

Correction Officer 2nd Shift (250005I7)

Correction Officer 2nd Shift

(250005I7)

Organization: Mental Health & Addiction Services - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information: Mary ...

Unposting Date: Jul 23, 2025, 9:59:00 PM

Work Location: Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1492

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County

Compensation: 24.16

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 3:00 pm 11:00 pm

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Corrections

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Corrections - Mental Health, Security

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Cultural Awareness

Agency Overview

Correction Officer 2nd Shift

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), 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.

OhioMHAS 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.

Job Duties

What you'll do at OhioMHAS:

Monitors external & internal activity of Forensic Unit;

Patrols assigned areas in non-patient areas (e.g., sallyport, grounds adjacent to buildings, hallways);

Patrols assigned interior Patient areas (e.g., wards/units);

Observes visits between patients & visitors; monitors & assures compliance with visiting room rules/regulations; renders advice to visitors concerning visitations; prevents contraband from entering Forensic Unit (e.g., uses metal detector to search visitors, staff &/or packages);

Conducts patient or patient room searches; makes routine ward rounds;

Responds to codes called & provides assistance to nursing personnel; completes &/or participates in investigations of unusual incidents; prepares incident reports; conducts daily count of patients;

Escorts staff &/or patients on/off grounds; serves as sole escort to patient on/off grounds as needed; notifies supervisor of safety/security hazards;

Assists COBH Police Department & other law enforcement agencies as directed; pursues & apprehends escaping patients &/or maintains visual sight of patients; receives notification from staff of emergency measures from codes to be called for fires, medical, psychiatric &/or disaster as needed;

Announces codes & dispatches assistance to locations; documents activities on shifts; conducts operations checks of electronic field;

Conducts personal surveillance of the building, fences, etc. & reports discrepancies.

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of CO on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavior Healthcare Campus at 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223.

What is 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:

Health insurance upon hire Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. State of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premium, low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year)

Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period. Click for more information

Up to $1500 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $550 for spouse

Guaranteed 11 paid holidays

Paid Time Off - vacation, personal, and sick leave included

Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option

Childbirth/Adoption Leave

Up to $5000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: state of Ohio contributes 14%, visit website for more information OPERS

Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information

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

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or G.E.D.; must have valid driver's license for positions assigned to transportation section &/or requires commercial driver's license to drive vehicles qualifying as commercial. Applicants for positions in Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction must also successfully pass correction officer assessment or have successfully completed assessment within past 24 months; or applicants must be current employees with Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction who have previously been certified in position of correction officer. Probationary period is 365 days.

Job Skills: Corrections

*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.

Additional Qualifications:

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health

Professional Skills: Cultural Awareness, Building Trust, Collaboration, Establishing Relationships, Decision Making, Adaptability, Teamwork, Strong Written and Verbal Communication

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. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.