Custodial Worker - Intermittent (260006D0)
: Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information: anshita.munshani@dbh.ohio.gov
: Sep 25, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
: United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati
Compensation: 19.44/hour
: Part-time
Work Hours: 6:30AM- 3PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
: Custodial
Technical Skills: Custodial
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Responsiveness, Time Management, Continuous Improvement
Agency Overview Custodial WorkerWho we are:At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), 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.DBH Values:Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)Value DrivenInnovative (Yes Before No)Strong Sense of UrgencyOur 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 valuedThe Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.
What you’ll do at DBHMaintains a clean environment either on a unit assignment or in an assigned public areaMop spills; dust, wipe down, &/or wash furniture, walls, ceilings, doors, window blinds, windows & sills, ceiling/wall air ducts, & light fixtures; Vacuum & shampoo carpets; clean & sanitize toilets, clean water fountains, clean & sanitize bath & shower rooms (e.g., scrub sinks, counter tops, fixtures, tubs, shower & toilet stalls, polish mirrors, fill soap, hand sanitizer, towel & toilet paper dispensers, hang new &/or replace shower curtains, use plunger to unstop minor clogs in toilets) empty trash/garbage cans & remove refuse to dumpster, clean break room refrigerators throwing out expired food items, clean MOD room (e.g., change bed linen & send soiled linen for cleaning, clean bath/shower room & toilet, dust furniture, vacuum, sweep/mop floor)This is an hourly position and is in the OCSEA, with a pay range of 2 on the OCSEA Pay Schedule. This position is an Intermittent position. There is no guarantee of hours, but Intermittent Custodial Workers are limited to working 1000 hours in any fiscal year and the schedule is based on their availability and the needs of the hospital. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above.Why Work for the State of OhioAt 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:Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary. In accordance with Section 124.11(B)(2), revised code, Director of Administrative Services has determined this classification to be unskilled labor class & therefore exempt from written examination.
ORThe equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institutionSupplemental InformationApplication 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.
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 andrew.seifert@mha.ohio.gov or 614-466-8884.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.ADA StatementOhio 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.Drug-Free WorkplaceThe 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.
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
