Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
Activity Therapy Specialist 2
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, Toledo, Ohio, United States, 43614
Apply for the
Activity Therapy Specialist 2
role at the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health.
What You’ll Do
Plan, organize, and facilitate a comprehensive program of recreational, art, or music therapy/adjunctive therapy (AT) for the assigned unit.
Conduct therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques and mediums.
Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for evaluation and skills/performance development in various areas.
Complete documentation to meet Joint Commission and CMS standards.
Serve as a primary member of the assigned interdisciplinary treatment team; evaluate patients; formulate and implement individual treatment plans.
This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of
#29
on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. The position is located at the Northwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus, 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43614.
Unless required by the union contract or 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.
All eligible applications will be reviewed based on qualifications, experience, education, and an active disciplinary record.
Minimum Qualifications
42 months experience in activity therapy or recreation, or 42 months experience providing work direction to incarcerated persons and training/development.
Or completion of an associate degree in recreation or a specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance) and 24 months experience in activity therapy.
Or completion of an undergraduate core program in recreation or a specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama) and 18 months experience in activity therapy.
Or 12 months experience as Activity Therapy Specialist 1, 44213.
Or equivalent of the minimum class qualifications noted above.
Job Skills:
Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Technical Skills:
Arts, Behavioral Health, Mental Health
Professional Skills:
Building Trust, Collaboration, Creativity, Continuous Improvement
Organization: Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare
Contact: Donita Alcodray – 419‑381‑1881
Salary: $24.16 per hour
Schedule: Full‑time, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Unposting Date: Jan 2, 2026, 11:59 PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Location: United States of America‑OHIO‑Lucas County‑Toledo
Employment Type: Full‑time
Seniority Level: Entry level
Job Function: Other
Industries: Government Administration
Agency Overview: The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), also referred to as the Department of Behavioral Health, is the state agency that leads public behavioral health and substance use treatment services in Ohio.
EBK Statement We are a Recovery‑Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well‑being of all employees, promoting an inclusive, stigma‑free environment, and upholding a comprehensive non‑discrimination policy. Our workforce includes individuals in recovery who are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
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Activity Therapy Specialist 2
role at the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health.
What You’ll Do
Plan, organize, and facilitate a comprehensive program of recreational, art, or music therapy/adjunctive therapy (AT) for the assigned unit.
Conduct therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques and mediums.
Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for evaluation and skills/performance development in various areas.
Complete documentation to meet Joint Commission and CMS standards.
Serve as a primary member of the assigned interdisciplinary treatment team; evaluate patients; formulate and implement individual treatment plans.
This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of
#29
on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. The position is located at the Northwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus, 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43614.
Unless required by the union contract or 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.
All eligible applications will be reviewed based on qualifications, experience, education, and an active disciplinary record.
Minimum Qualifications
42 months experience in activity therapy or recreation, or 42 months experience providing work direction to incarcerated persons and training/development.
Or completion of an associate degree in recreation or a specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance) and 24 months experience in activity therapy.
Or completion of an undergraduate core program in recreation or a specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama) and 18 months experience in activity therapy.
Or 12 months experience as Activity Therapy Specialist 1, 44213.
Or equivalent of the minimum class qualifications noted above.
Job Skills:
Therapy/Therapeutical Services
Technical Skills:
Arts, Behavioral Health, Mental Health
Professional Skills:
Building Trust, Collaboration, Creativity, Continuous Improvement
Organization: Behavioral Health – Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare
Contact: Donita Alcodray – 419‑381‑1881
Salary: $24.16 per hour
Schedule: Full‑time, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Unposting Date: Jan 2, 2026, 11:59 PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Location: United States of America‑OHIO‑Lucas County‑Toledo
Employment Type: Full‑time
Seniority Level: Entry level
Job Function: Other
Industries: Government Administration
Agency Overview: The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), also referred to as the Department of Behavioral Health, is the state agency that leads public behavioral health and substance use treatment services in Ohio.
EBK Statement We are a Recovery‑Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well‑being of all employees, promoting an inclusive, stigma‑free environment, and upholding a comprehensive non‑discrimination policy. Our workforce includes individuals in recovery who are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
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