Ohio Department of Behavioral Health

What You’ll Do At DBH

The Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare is a pivotal executive leader responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of all clinical services within the hospital. This role combines high-level administrative leadership with direct clinical supervision to ensure the highest standards of psychiatric care, staff development, and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Clinical Leadership

• Develop, implement, and oversee hospital-wide clinical goals, policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on all matters of clinical significance.
• Actively participate as a member of the Governing Board, Executive Committee, and Medical Staff.
• Represent the hospital and agency in clinical matters across internal and external stakeholder groups.
  
  

Psychiatric Leadership

• Serve as Chief of Psychiatry, overseeing the assignment of physicians for adequate clinical coverage and continuity of patient care.
• Supervise and evaluate performance of physician staff, clinical department heads, and medical support personnel.
• Review and provide recommendations on all clinical hiring decisions to the CEO.
  
  

Clinical Program Oversight

• Provide psychiatric consultation and support to interdisciplinary teams including social workers, psychologists, and therapists.
• Plan and lead in-service training and continuing education programs for hospital clinical departments.
• Coordinate closely with community-based clinical officers to ensure seamless care transitions, case collaboration, and service integration.
  
  

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

• Maintain and strengthen partnerships with local providers and community stakeholders to support collaborative care and best practices.
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, and accountability within the hospital system.
  
  

At DBH, we are committed to improving the lives of Ohioans through compassionate, comprehensive, and community-centered behavioral healthcare. As Chief Clinical Officer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of mental health treatment and recovery for individuals across the state.

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay of approximate annual salary of $300,000, with total compensation determined based on experience, credentials, and scope of clinical leadership responsibilities. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (Flexible Schedule). This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare location at 2200 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43223.

This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code.

Position Qualifications

Certificate to practice medicine as issued by State Medical Board pursuant to Sections 4731.14 & 4731.281 of Revised Code.

Primary Job Skill: Medical

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Management, Professional

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Building Consensus, Critical Thinking, Consultation, Leading 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. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Organization

Behavioral Health - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

Theresa Guthrie - Theresa.Guthrie@dbh.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

See job description for compensation information

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00am to 4:30pm - Monday - Friday

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Building Consensus, Consultation, Critical Thinking, Leading Others

Agency Overview

Chief Clinical Officer

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Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Who 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 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.

The 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.