School Social Worker Jobs in Ohio
School Social Worker jobs in Ohio are in steady demand across public K-12 districts, community mental health agencies, and special education programs, with openings at every level from new-graduate positions through senior clinical and supervisory roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like Columbus City Schools, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and Cincinnati Public Schools maintain consistent hiring pipelines. School-based mental health services, crisis intervention, and special education case management are the specialties drawing the most attention from Ohio districts right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary:
You will provide services at the following school locations:
Bennett Venture Academy - Toledo, Ohio
- Winterfield Venture Academy - Toledo, Ohio
Company Information:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions and classroom support to special education students as mandated per student IEPs, as well as progress monitor IEP goals associated with mandated services and participate in student IEP meetings.
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions to general education students, as well as monitor the students’ responses to the interventions identified.
- Develop and monitor student responses to behavior intervention plans, including providing support and consultation to general and special education teachers.
- Complete psychosocial assessments to assist in the determination of special education services.
- Conduct functional behavior assessments and communicate the results to all team members in parent-friendly language
- Complete risk assessments on students referred for school social work services.
- Establish relationships with both students and parents and participate in all aspects of school planning.
- Assist in identifying needed community resources for students and make appropriate referrals to resources to facilitate educational and behavioral interventions recommended for student success
- Provide staff consultation on behavioral-emotional-environmental issues affecting student participation in the learning process and collaborate with school staff and other school system personnel in implementing strategies to promote student learning.
- Provide crisis intervention services. Maintain state-required clinical records and submit appropriate documents for statistical reports with adherence to program standards in school social work.
Qualifications:
- Ohio State Board approved license and
- ODE Pupil Services license w/School Social Worker endorsement
As of 4/12/21 a candidate can apply for a Pupil Services Registration License. Requirements: must hold a valid Ohio State Board approved license and submit a background check to the ODE.
This is an in-person position at our NHA Service Center located at 3850 Broadmoor Ave., Grand Rapids, MI.
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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
Summary:
You will provide services at the following school locations:
Bennett Venture Academy - Toledo, Ohio
- Winterfield Venture Academy - Toledo, Ohio
Company Information:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions and classroom support to special education students as mandated per student IEPs, as well as progress monitor IEP goals associated with mandated services and participate in student IEP meetings.
- Provide group and individual counseling sessions to general education students, as well as monitor the students’ responses to the interventions identified.
- Develop and monitor student responses to behavior intervention plans, including providing support and consultation to general and special education teachers.
- Complete psychosocial assessments to assist in the determination of special education services.
- Conduct functional behavior assessments and communicate the results to all team members in parent-friendly language
- Complete risk assessments on students referred for school social work services.
- Establish relationships with both students and parents and participate in all aspects of school planning.
- Assist in identifying needed community resources for students and make appropriate referrals to resources to facilitate educational and behavioral interventions recommended for student success
- Provide staff consultation on behavioral-emotional-environmental issues affecting student participation in the learning process and collaborate with school staff and other school system personnel in implementing strategies to promote student learning.
- Provide crisis intervention services. Maintain state-required clinical records and submit appropriate documents for statistical reports with adherence to program standards in school social work.
Qualifications:
- Ohio State Board approved license and
- ODE Pupil Services license w/School Social Worker endorsement
As of 4/12/21 a candidate can apply for a Pupil Services Registration License. Requirements: must hold a valid Ohio State Board approved license and submit a background check to the ODE.
This is an in-person position at our NHA Service Center located at 3850 Broadmoor Ave., Grand Rapids, MI.
Please click here to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school social worker jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio school social worker license issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Ohio Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Independent Social Worker credential preferred
- Experience with IEP development, special education compliance, and multi-tiered support systems
- Proficiency with student information systems and mandated reporting obligations under Ohio law
- Strong knowledge of community resources across Ohio counties for family referral and wraparound services
School Social Worker Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a school social worker in Ohio?
You become a school social worker in Ohio by earning a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and then obtaining a School Social Worker license through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The license requires completing an approved educator preparation program, passing the relevant Praxis assessment, and submitting an application through the Ohio licensure system. Most districts also expect candidates to hold or be pursuing an Ohio LSW or LISW credential through the Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board.
Which companies hire school social workers in Ohio?
Employers hiring school social workers in Ohio right now include Reynoldsburg City Schools, National Heritage Academies, and Columbus City Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's large urban and suburban public school districts drive the bulk of consistent openings, alongside county educational service centers that contract social work staff to smaller rural districts.
Which Ohio cities have the most school social worker jobs?
Columbus, Reynoldsburg, and Toledo have the most school social worker openings in Ohio right now. Columbus leads because of its size and the rapid growth of Columbus City Schools and surrounding Franklin County districts, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate steady volume through their metropolitan school districts and affiliated community mental health partners that contract with urban schools.
How can I get hired as a school social worker in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a school-based field placement or graduate internship within an Ohio district completed during your MSW program, which frequently converts to a hire. Columbus City Schools, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and county educational service centers across Ohio regularly host MSW interns and post new-graduate positions each spring. Candidates without direct school experience can also transition from child protective services roles at Ohio county Job and Family Services offices, where the IEP and mandated-reporting skills transfer directly. Completing your Ohio Department of Education educator license application before graduation gives you a clear edge over candidates who delay credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to school social worker jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to school social worker jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across districts, educational service centers, and community agencies. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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