Correction Lieutenant 2nd Shift
COLUMBUS, OHPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services
Job overview
The Correction Lieutenant 2nd Shift supervises correction officers and oversees security operations at the Timothy B. Moritz Forensic Unit, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves supervising officers on shift, approving leave requests, completing reports and evaluations, supporting nursing leadership, training officers, monitoring security operations, conducting inspections, and responding to emergencies.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly pay rate of $28.08, health insurance with 85% premium coverage by the state, free dental and vision for union members, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness incentives, educational assistance up to $5000 annually, retirement plans including Ohio Public Employees Retirement System contributions, and a voluntary 457(b) savings plan.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of training or experience in security enforcement for felons or criminally insane individuals, plus 6 months of supervisory experience; or 12 months as a Correction Sergeant/Counselor; a commercial driver's license is required if operating regulated vehicles.
Work environment and culture
OhioMHAS values a service-oriented, collaborative, value-driven, innovative, and urgent work environment focused on behavioral healthcare and respect for employees.
Company information
OhioMHAS employs over 2,800 staff across inpatient behavioral health hospitals, pharmacy services, prison systems, and a central office, providing behavioral healthcare services in Ohio.
Job location and travel
The job is located at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, with shift hours from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and possible schedule changes to meet operational needs.
Unique job features
This exempt, classified position is outside of union bargaining units and includes responsibilities supporting both security and nursing leadership in a forensic behavioral health setting.
Company overview
The Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is a state agency dedicated to providing mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services. They make money through state funding, federal grants, and partnerships with local organizations. Key historical points include its establishment in 2013, merging the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services to streamline and enhance service delivery. OhioMHAS plays a crucial role in policy development, community support, and improving the overall mental health and addiction services landscape in Ohio.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize supervisory experience in correctional settings, focusing on shift management, officer training, and security operations as outlined in the job description.
Highlight your skills in conflict management, situational awareness, and verbal communication, which are critical for handling emergency responses and maintaining safety in a behavioral health correctional environment.
Apply through multiple channels including the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility.
Connect with current employees in the Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare division on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as asking about their experience with shift security operations or how they support nursing leadership during shifts to build rapport and gain insights.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'corrections,' 'security operations,' 'supervisory principles,' 'behavioral health,' and 'conflict management' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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