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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

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233 jobs

These 66 roles pay ~$72k median with 6.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM logo

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist (LSW or LPC)

National Youth Advocate ProgramWest Unity, OH

Social Worker
$55,000 - $59,000
Hybrid
Nationwide Children's Hospital logo

Clinical Medical Social Worker MSW NE- CSCC Social Work

Nationwide Children's HospitalColumbus, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
University Hospitals logo

Social Worker 3 - Mood Disorders

University HospitalsCleveland, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Connections Academy logo

Social Worker - Ohio Connections Academy

Connections AcademyEmployer score · SilverColumbus, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Hybrid
CommuniCare Health logo

Director of Social Services / LSW Social Worker

CommuniCare HealthCopley, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES logo

Hospice Social Worker - PRN - Cleveland, OH

Constellation Health ServicesEmployer score · SilverCleveland, OH

Social Worker
$28-$29 per hour
University Hospitals logo

Social Worker 2 - Adult ER: 3rd Shift

University HospitalsCleveland, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Premier Health logo

Medical Social Worker FT- Multiple Locations

Premier HealthOhio

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
MH

Licensed Independent Social Worker | Memorial Medical Group

Memorial Health OhioMarysville, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Confidential Employer logo

Behavioral Health Clinician - Licensed Social Worker

Confidential EmployerOhio

Social Worker
$60,000 - $73,000
Ohio s Hospice logo

Medical Social Worker (FT Days)

Ohio s HospiceOhio

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
HO

Social Worker

Hospice of the Western ReserveCleveland, OH

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Carespring Health Care Management logo

Licensed Social Worker - Social Services Director (FT)

Carespring Health Care ManagementOhio

Social Worker
$55,000 - $67,500
University Hospitals logo

Social Worker 2 - Inpatient: PRN

University HospitalsUnited States

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES logo

Social Worker - PRN - Cincinnati, OH

Constellation Health ServicesEmployer score · SilverCincinnati, OH

Social Worker
$30-$35 per hour

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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.

Median advertised
$66k
Pay rank
#50 of 51
Work-life balance
5.6/10 · #25
Open listings
838

Social Worker roles in Ohio advertise $15k below the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.

Social Worker median pay and work-life-balance score, Ohio compared with neighboring states and the highest-paying states
StateMedian payvs OHWLBListings
Ohio (this page)$66k—5.6/10838
Wyoming#1$122k+$55k5.9/1020
Oregon#2$105k+$39k5.7/10232
Indianaborders$84k+$17k5.4/10262
Kentuckyborders$81k+$15k5.6/10249
West Virginiaborders$78k+$12k4.8/10123
Pennsylvaniaborders$76k+$9k5.8/10822
Michiganborders$72k+$5k5.7/10886

“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 5.1/10, 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 University Hospitals, NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM, CommuniCare Health, CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES, 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 University Hospitals, NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM, CommuniCare Health, CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES, 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.