Mental Health Administrator 3

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.

Position Qualifications

24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/habilitation plans for individuals who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled & working as part of inter-disciplinary team to assess individual’s needs & abilities; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services), special education, psychology or rehabilitation; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing &/or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.

-Or 6 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administrator 2, 65222.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Preferred Qualification:

Individuals certified as peer supporter or person who would qualify as a peer supporter

Job Skills: Mental Health

Technical Skills: Mental Health

Professional Skills: Building Trust, Developing Others, Motivating Others

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.

Mental Health Administrator 3

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 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, 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.

At OhioMHAS we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success.

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

Application Procedures

To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO Program Administrator at or .

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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.

We are recruiting for a Mental Health Administrator 3 in the Office of Community Services\: Bureau of Recovery Supports

This position plays a critical role in advancing Ohio’s Peer Support services by developing, implementing, and monitoring peer-led recovery support initiatives statewide. The role supports the Bureau of Recovery Supports in achieving statewide and regional goals, ensuring the quality of peer support training programs, maintaining compliance with state and federal guidelines, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. The position also provides technical assistance, conducts public engagement, and supports data-driven decision-making and program accountability.

Important Duties:

Developing and Implementing Peer Support Training Standards: Establishes quality metrics and guidelines to ensure consistency and effectiveness in Peer Support training programs across Ohio.

Facilitating and Overseeing Peer Support Training Delivery: Conducts trainings and coordinates quarterly learning opportunities for facilitators to strengthen Ohio’s Peer Support workforce

Monitoring Grantees and Program Compliance: Oversees grant-funded entities to ensure accountability for deliverables, adherence to timelines, and proper use of resources.

Engaging with Stakeholders and Providing Technical Assistance\: Builds relationships with certified peer supporters, providers, and community partners while offering guidance, education, and program support.

Supporting Program Development and Data-Driven Decision Making: Assists in designing tools and systems to gather, analyze, and use data for improving programs, ensuring alignment with state and federal requirements.

Implementation of treatment/habilitation plans: A habilitation plan is a personalized roadmap for individuals, particularly those with disabilities, to help them acquire, maintain, or improve skills necessary for daily living and community participation. It's a dynamic document that evolves as the individual's needs and goals change.

This can include peer supporters developing and implementing WRAP Plans, Recovery plans, Whole Health and Wellness Plans and/or a Crisis Response Plans.

Key aspects of a habilitation plan:

Person-centered: The plan focuses on the individual's strengths, preferences, and aspirations.

Goal-oriented: It outlines specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals for the individual to work towards.

Collaborative: It involves the individual, their family (if applicable), service providers, and other support individuals.

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of 12 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8\:00am to 5\:00pm (Flexible Schedule).