Mental Health LPN Full Time HIRING INCENTIVE

Schedule: Full-time

The mission of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is to provide statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery system that is effective and valued by all Ohioans.

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:

Summit Behavioral Healthcare

1101 Summit Road

Cincinnati, Ohio 45237

Salary Information:

$1,000.00 New Hire Sign on Bonus, $500.00 paid at 120 days, $500.00 paid at 365 days. No contract or length of terms

$24.39 per hour with the first increase in 180 days to $25.45 per hour

Additional $.60 per hour shift differential for afternoon and evening shifts

Annual increases each year with an additional longevity supplement after 5 years of service

Day and evening shifts available, weekend rotation. 1st Shift 6:30am - 3:00 pm; 2nd Shift 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

These positions receive a minimum of 17 weekends off per year per the OCSEA union contract.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at

What You Will Do:

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

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:

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

80 hours of vacation advancement upon hire

Guaranteed 11 paid holidays

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

Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out

Childbirth/Adoption Leave

Up to $3000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, Nurse Corps Loan Repayment 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

You Also Need to Know:

Must be able to complete a 2 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation

May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior

Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment

Biennial renewal of licensure as registered nurse

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Application Procedures:

To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)

When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.

We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.

You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.

We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.

License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code & proof of completion of an approved course in medication administration.