Social Worker Jobs in Ohio
Across 233 live Social Worker listings in Ohio, median advertised pay is $72K (75th percentile $79K), based on the 66 that state a salary; Ohio ranks 50th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Tri Health (12), National Youth Advocate Program (11), UC Health (10).
233+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 15, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
233+ Social Worker Jobs in Ohio Available Now
These 66 roles pay ~$72k median with 6.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Social Worker, LSW - Inpatient Case Management (Full-time, Day Shift with weekend rotation)
Licking Memorial Health SystemsNewark, OH
Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
ThriveworksEmployer score · SilverCincinnati, OH
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
Wellbe Senior MedicalBoardman, OH
Community Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)
National Youth Advocate ProgramCleveland, OH
Licensed Counselor or Social Worker
Community Health Alliance-OhioHamilton, OH
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) – Behavioral Health
International SOS Government Medical ServicesToledo, OH
Foster Care Social Worker
National Youth Advocate ProgramColumbus, OH
Emergency Department Social Worker (MSW), Part Time, Second Shift
UC HealthEmployer score · SilverCincinnati, OH
Inpatient Social Worker/ Case Coordinator (LWS) Full Time
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How Ohio Compares for Social Worker Pay
Ohio against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own social worker postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Social Worker roles in Ohio advertise $15k below the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay | vs OH | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio (this page) | $66k | — | 5.6/10 | 838 |
| Wyoming#1 | $122k | +$55k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$39k | 5.7/10 | 232 |
| Indianaborders | $84k | +$17k | 5.4/10 | 262 |
| Kentuckyborders | $81k | +$15k | 5.6/10 | 249 |
| West Virginiaborders | $78k | +$12k | 4.8/10 | 123 |
| Pennsylvaniaborders | $76k | +$9k | 5.8/10 | 822 |
| Michiganborders | $72k | +$5k | 5.7/10 | 886 |
“borders” = shares a border with Ohio; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Social Worker Jobs in Ohio: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance
Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.
Ohio offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking social worker jobs in ohio. With 233+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance.
Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Social Worker Jobs in Ohio on this page have an average score of 6.8/10, with 10% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.
Leading employers currently hiring for social worker jobs in ohio include NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM, UnitedHealth Group, Firelands Health, Licking Memorial Health Systems, and more. Positions span social worker jobs ohio. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for social worker jobs in ohio, BetterHelp (score: 95.9/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.0/100), Hiaah (score: 94.5/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.
According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $106K, trending up 3.9% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 34,718+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.
A few things worth knowing
About Social Worker jobs in Ohio.
How much do social workers earn in Ohio?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of social workers. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid social workers jobs available?
Yes — about 10% of current social workers listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which social workers jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every social worker role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in Ohio right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM, UnitedHealth Group, Firelands Health, Licking Memorial Health Systems, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in ohio are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 233 social workers positions in Ohio listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Social Worker Jobs in Ohio
Tri Health12 open roles here · WLB 40/100Ohio State University9 open roles here · WLB 65/100
University Hospitals9 open roles here · WLB 58/100
Hospice of the Western Reserve7 open roles here · WLB 53/100Mercy Health7 open roles here · WLB 56/100
Ohio s Hospice7 open roles here · WLB 33/100