Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Ohio
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, with consistent openings across healthcare systems, community mental health centers, school districts, and child and family services agencies, at every level from entry-level case managers to senior licensed clinicians. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the largest share of hiring, where employers like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center maintain steady clinical social worker pipelines. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio right now are behavioral health, pediatric social work, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.
Job Description Summary:
This position ensures organizational excellence related to customer service and quality of care while promoting excellence in the cultural experience at assigned hospital. This position is responsible for providing services to patients, families and significant others including, as appropriate, completion of biopsychosocial assessments, psychiatric diagnoses, formulation of treatment plans and treatment interventions, therapy sessions (individual, couple, families or group), implementation of treatment plans and discharge planning in order to support and/or enhance biopsychosocial functioning. This role will receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members (including physicians, Case Managers, staff nurses and other members of the care team). Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. Specific age groups that are served by this position are circled. This position requires ability to act quickly and work in high stress situations.
Responsibilities And Duties:
30% Clinical Assessment
Conducts patient/family/significant other interviews, chart reviews, and professional collaboration to obtain and interpret information pertaining to patient/client biopsychosocial functioning. Assessment to include, but not be limited to: developmental and age-specific needs; ability to care for self; ability to care for dependents; ability to meet basic custodial and financial needs; ability to engage in meaningful social and emotional relationships; and ability to comprehend and comply with treatment recommendations. Develops care plan, including discharge plan, incorporating medical plan of care. Participates in identification of cases of abuse, neglect or exploitation and refers such cases to the legally mandated authorities when applicable. Provides crisis intervention, information and referral and linkage to community resources as needed.
30% Intervention Management
Develops a plan of intervention based upon assessment to resolve identified problems and/or to support and enhance biopsychosocial functioning. Through individual, family, or group modalities, employs clinical intervention skills including, but not limited to, treatment planning; continuum of care planning (including discharge planning); supportive counseling; crisis intervention; specialized problem oriented planning and intervention; and educational counseling.
25% Population Management
Staff is accountable for coordinating clinical and financial outcomes of an assigned population. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff and external organizations to achieve timely, cost effective management of patient care. Monitors for quality and type of services delivered to patients, ensuring management within established parameters. Functions as a liaison to the payer to manage the post-discharge financial resources and ensure expected treatment process, progress and discharge plan. Monitors and ensures completeness of all assigned patients in areas of treatment plan and timely reports.
10% Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
Thoroughly documents assessments and interventions in patient’s medical record and information systems in accordance with department standards. Complies with internal and external documentation requirements as related to specific patient/system needs and regulatory requirements.
5%
Maintains awareness of current hospital, community services and appropriate care options that can assist patient/clinical biopsychosocial functioning. Provides information as well as facilitates successful linkages between those services and the patient/client. Performs additional functions as may be appropriate to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree: Social Work (Required) DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, LSW - Licensed Social Worker - Social Work Certification and Licensure Board
Additional Job Description:
State Driver's License. Interview, assessment, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to identify appropriate community resources on assigned caseload and to work collaboratively with patients, families, multi-disciplinary team and community agencies to achieve desired patient outcomes. Demonstrates patience and tact when dealing with patients, families and other staff. Performs duties in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency, and a commitment to the CQI process.
Work Shift:
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
UM Care Coord-South Central Hu
Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.
Job Description Summary:
This position ensures organizational excellence related to customer service and quality of care while promoting excellence in the cultural experience at assigned hospital. This position is responsible for providing services to patients, families and significant others including, as appropriate, completion of biopsychosocial assessments, psychiatric diagnoses, formulation of treatment plans and treatment interventions, therapy sessions (individual, couple, families or group), implementation of treatment plans and discharge planning in order to support and/or enhance biopsychosocial functioning. This role will receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members (including physicians, Case Managers, staff nurses and other members of the care team). Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. Specific age groups that are served by this position are circled. This position requires ability to act quickly and work in high stress situations.
Responsibilities And Duties:
30% Clinical Assessment
Conducts patient/family/significant other interviews, chart reviews, and professional collaboration to obtain and interpret information pertaining to patient/client biopsychosocial functioning. Assessment to include, but not be limited to: developmental and age-specific needs; ability to care for self; ability to care for dependents; ability to meet basic custodial and financial needs; ability to engage in meaningful social and emotional relationships; and ability to comprehend and comply with treatment recommendations. Develops care plan, including discharge plan, incorporating medical plan of care. Participates in identification of cases of abuse, neglect or exploitation and refers such cases to the legally mandated authorities when applicable. Provides crisis intervention, information and referral and linkage to community resources as needed.
30% Intervention Management
Develops a plan of intervention based upon assessment to resolve identified problems and/or to support and enhance biopsychosocial functioning. Through individual, family, or group modalities, employs clinical intervention skills including, but not limited to, treatment planning; continuum of care planning (including discharge planning); supportive counseling; crisis intervention; specialized problem oriented planning and intervention; and educational counseling.
25% Population Management
Staff is accountable for coordinating clinical and financial outcomes of an assigned population. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff and external organizations to achieve timely, cost effective management of patient care. Monitors for quality and type of services delivered to patients, ensuring management within established parameters. Functions as a liaison to the payer to manage the post-discharge financial resources and ensure expected treatment process, progress and discharge plan. Monitors and ensures completeness of all assigned patients in areas of treatment plan and timely reports.
10% Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
Thoroughly documents assessments and interventions in patient’s medical record and information systems in accordance with department standards. Complies with internal and external documentation requirements as related to specific patient/system needs and regulatory requirements.
5%
Maintains awareness of current hospital, community services and appropriate care options that can assist patient/clinical biopsychosocial functioning. Provides information as well as facilitates successful linkages between those services and the patient/client. Performs additional functions as may be appropriate to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree: Social Work (Required) DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, LSW - Licensed Social Worker - Social Work Certification and Licensure Board
Additional Job Description:
State Driver's License. Interview, assessment, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to identify appropriate community resources on assigned caseload and to work collaboratively with patients, families, multi-disciplinary team and community agencies to achieve desired patient outcomes. Demonstrates patience and tact when dealing with patients, families and other staff. Performs duties in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction, while promoting safety, cost efficiency, and a commitment to the CQI process.
Work Shift:
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
UM Care Coord-South Central Hu
Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social worker jobs across Ohio.
- Active Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or LSW issued by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program required for clinical roles
- Minimum two years of supervised post-MSW clinical experience for independent licensure positions
- Experience conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and individual or group therapy
- Knowledge of Ohio Medicaid, ADAMHS funding structures, and community mental health resources
- Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social worker in Ohio?
To become a clinical social worker in Ohio, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, then apply for licensure through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Ohio offers the Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credential after passing the ASWB Master's exam, and the Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) after completing supervised clinical hours and passing the Clinical exam. The LISW-S designation is required to supervise others.
Which companies hire clinical social workers in Ohio?
Employers hiring clinical social workers in Ohio right now include PsychoSocial Therapies, OhioHealth, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems, community mental health agencies, and county children services boards account for a significant share of ongoing openings across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most clinical social worker jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Toledo have the most clinical social worker openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its concentration of major health systems, state agencies, and ADAMHS boards, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw demand from their large academic medical centers and established community behavioral health networks serving dense urban and surrounding suburban populations.
Are there remote clinical social worker jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often involves in-person assessments, case management visits, and on-site collaboration with care teams. About 50% of clinical social worker openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Telehealth therapy, outpatient behavioral health counseling, and utilization review roles are the positions most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a clinical social worker in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing an LSW-eligible role while completing your supervised hours toward LISW. Large Ohio employers like OhioHealth, the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and county-run ADAMHS boards hire MSW graduates into associate social worker, case manager, and care coordinator roles that count toward licensure hours. Candidates who already hold an LSW, have completed a practicum at an Ohio behavioral health site, or come from adjacent roles like crisis counselor or residential counselor have a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employer. No sign-up is required to view openings.
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