Ohio Department of Behavioral Health

For Mental Health Awareness Month, help us defeat stigma by Taking the Pledge to End Stigma on RecoveryOhio’s website! You’ll get a nifty badge you can share on social media, as well as a certificate you can print and post so everyone will know you are working with us to end the stigma! Take the pledge at RecoveryOhio.gov.

If mental health challenges are starting to affect your daily life — your sleep, focus, relationships, or motivation — it’s okay to ask for help. Therapists, counselors, and psychiatrists are trained to support you and guide you through tough times. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You don’t have to go through it alone. Find help using FindTreatment.gov.

We all have a role to play in preventing su***de. Start by exploring and sharing our Su***de Prevention Toolkit, packed with tools, tips, and ways to get involved in your community. Learn more at DBH.ohio.gov/Su***dePrevention.

Support is just a call away. If you or someone you know age 20 or under is facing a behavioral health crisis, Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) will send a trained responder to wherever you are — at home, school, or another safe place. You’re not alone — MRSS is here for you. Learn more at MRSS.ohio.gov.

2026 DAISY Award Honoree Spotlight 🌟 Diane Pennington's, RN, vibrant, charismatic personality brings energy and positivity to everyone around her. She uplifts both patients and colleagues, helping others find light and beauty in every situation.

Congratulations, Diane, and thank you for the joy you bring each day!

We're hiring for three important roles at Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare in Toledo. Join the DBH team and help support patient care and community health! 💙

🧠 Social Worker 1
Help guide clients through assessments, treatment planning, referrals, and discharge. Be the link between hospital care and community support. Apply today 🔗 https://bit.ly/4d6wTFX

🎨 Activity Therapy Specialist 2
Lead therapeutic activities like art, music, and recreation. Support patients through group and individual sessions and help shape treatment plans. Apply today 🔗 https://bit.ly/4f5erzY

🦠 Infectious Disease Control Consultant
Play a key role in preventing and tracking infections, training staff, reviewing reports, and supporting a safe environment for everyone. Apply today 🔗 https://bit.ly/49cXfVu

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re highlighting Recovery Friendly Workplaces. Investing in mental health support for employees can help manage health care costs and improve overall well-being, leading to a healthier, more productive workforce. Learn more at DBH.ohio.gov/RecoveryFriendlyWorkplace.

Make story time even more special! Ohio families can now access fun book guides for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library books from Ohio Department of Children and Youth, filled with questions and activities to help little ones build early literacy skills. Check out the latest guides with more are on the way! https://bit.ly/4vLcZIU 📚✨

2026 ROSE Award Honoree Spotlight 🌟 Brenda Banks, TPW, consistently goes above and beyond to support patients with kindness and compassion. A valued member of the team, she creates a positive, supportive environment while providing thoughtful care that truly makes a difference. Congratulations, Brenda, and thank you for all you do! 💚

During Mental Health Awareness Month and National Hospital Week, we're proud to support Ohioans with specialized care at our six regional behavioral health hospitals. These hospitals serve a vital role in supporting Ohioans with serious mental health needs, offering hope and intensive treatment right where it's needed most.