Social Work Assistant Jobs in Ohio

Social Work Assistant jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where health systems like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center maintain steady hiring across child welfare, mental health, and elder care settings. Demand runs from entry-level case aide positions through experienced assistants supporting licensed clinical staff in county human services agencies and nonprofit social service organizations. Ohio's county children services boards and community mental health centers add a consistent layer of public-sector openings beyond the major hospital systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerNationwide Children's Hospital
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring10
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work

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Well-Being Center Lead Social Work Clinician (MSW/LISW)
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Well-Being Center Lead Social Work Clinician (MSW/LISW)
OhioHealth
Columbus, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Home Health - PRN
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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Home Health - PRN
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Cincinnati, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Medical Social Work - Hospice
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Medical Social Work - Hospice
Alternate Solutions Health Network
Canton, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Social Work Supervisor 1
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Social Work Supervisor 1
State of Ohio
Sandusky, Ohio
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
10,000+

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Clinical Medical Social Worker MSW NE - CSCC Social Work PCC Westside
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Clinical Medical Social Worker MSW NE - CSCC Social Work PCC Westside
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Work Assistant Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Cleveland
5 jobs
Cincinnati
3 jobs
North Olmsted
2 jobs
Akron
1 job
Canton
1 job
Sandusky
1 job
Centerville
1 job
Cleveland Heights
1 job

Social Work Assistant Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Nationwide Children's Hospital4 open roles
OhioGuidestone2 open roles
The Christ Hospital Health Network2 open roles

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in social work assistant jobs across Ohio.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related human services field
  • Familiarity with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services documentation and reporting requirements
  • Prior experience in case management, direct client services, or a social services support role
  • Ability to maintain accurate case notes and comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards
  • Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits or field assignments
  • Proficiency with electronic case management systems such as Ohio's SACWIS or similar platforms

Social Work Assistant Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a social work assistant in Ohio?

Most Ohio employers require at minimum an associate degree in social work, human services, or a related field, with many preferring a bachelor's degree in social work. Ohio does not issue a separate state license specifically for social work assistants, but those aiming to advance often pursue the Licensed Social Worker credential through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. County agencies and hospital systems frequently hire candidates with relevant fieldwork or practicum experience in lieu of extensive paid history.

Which companies hire social work assistants in Ohio?

Companies currently hiring social work assistants in Ohio include Nationwide Children's Hospital, OhioGuidestone, and The Christ Hospital Health Network, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems, county children services boards, and nonprofit community mental health centers make up the core of ongoing demand across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most social work assistant jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the highest concentration of social work assistant openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its size and the density of OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital campuses, while Cleveland and Cincinnati are anchored by major academic medical centers and well-funded county human services agencies that maintain consistent rosters of support staff.

Are there remote social work assistant jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Social work assistant roles typically require in-person client contact, home visits, and on-site coordination with licensed staff, making full remote work uncommon. About 50% of social work assistant openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be limited to administrative case support, data entry, or telephone-based follow-up functions rather than direct service roles.

How can I get hired as a social work assistant in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to Ohio's county children services boards and county boards of developmental disabilities, which regularly hire case aide and social services technician positions that do not require prior paid experience. OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic both run structured new-graduate support roles in their social work departments for candidates still completing or recently finishing a human services degree. Volunteering with organizations like Catholic Charities Diocese of Columbus or completing a supervised practicum at a community mental health center in Ohio builds the documented fieldwork hours that move a resume to the top of the pile.

Where can I find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across hospital systems, county agencies, and nonprofit social service organizations. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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