Ohio Works First - Temporary Assistance For Needy Families | Richland County Job And Family Services
171 Park Avenue East, Mansfield, OH 44902-1829
Designated Parking|Full Wheelchair Access.
Eligibility
Based on the family’s income and the number of people living in the household. Women who are at least six months pregnant, families with minor children and minor children living in an approved living arrangement may be eligible.
Residents participating in Ohio Works First are required to meet a certain number of work or volunteer hours each week.
Required documents
Need to provide:
- Proof of Age - Birth Certificate, Baptismal Record, Hospital Record
- Proof of Identity - Driver's License or State ID
- Proof of US Citizenship or Legal Alien Status - Birth Cerificate, Birth Record, Passport, Certificate of Naturalization
- Social Security Number - Social Security Cards for all members of household
- Proof of Residence - Lease agreement, rent receipt, postmarked letter
- Proof of all income - Employment, child support, disability, unemployment, etc
- Proof of Disability - (if applicable)
Hours
Call Center: Mon-Fri 8 am-11 am.
- Richland County reception window closes at 3:30 pm.
(844) 640-6446
Voice·
voice | Apply, Renew, or Report Changes by phone
Languages
Interpreters through the Language Line are available.
Application process
Cash applicants/recipients who are determined to be work required will be scheduled for a work activities assessment. Apply on-line at https://benefits.ohio.gov.
Fees
No fees.
Service area
Richland County, Ohio
Time-limited cash assistance for families. The household must meet an income guideline to be eligible and adults in the household must participate in a work experience program to continue to receive benefits.
Last assured
04/10/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Richland County Job And Family Services
Provides public assistance, health insurance, social services, and employment related activities for low and moderate income families. Administers Ohio Works First (OWF), SNAP Food Assistance, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, Prevention Retention and Contingency (PRC) Assistance, OWF and SNAP Employment and Training Programs, Child Care Assistance, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult and Dislocated Worker program, Comprehensive Case Management Employment Program (CCMEP), and OhioMeansJobs Richland County Employment & Training Center. Provides Social Services programs: Adult Protective Services, Healthchek/Pregnancy Related Services, and Non-Emergency Transportation services.