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Written By Abe Lomri
✅ Reentry-focused / commonly used with supervision 🛠️ Employers & training leads – confirm first

Ohio Reentry-Friendly Employment & Job Training Directory

Reentry-friendly employment programs, workforce centers, staffing agencies, and second-chance employer leads across Ohio. Listings are grouped by metro region. Always confirm eligibility, background policies, and any supervision restrictions with your officer/case manager before you rely on a job or program.

Cleveland & Northeast Ohio

Counties: Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, Summit, Medina, Stark (and nearby)

✅ Verified Reentry-focused workforce & job programs (with direct contacts)

OhioMeansJobs — Lake County County workforce center (job search help, resume support, training referrals, hiring events).
Address: 177 Main St, Painesville, OH 44077
Phone: (440) 350-4323
Web: ohiomeansjobs.ohio.gov (Lake)
Tell them if you need job-search documentation for probation/parole.
Painesville (Lake)
OhioMeansJobs — Lorain County (The Employment netWork) One-stop workforce services including job leads, workshops, and training pathways.
Address: 42495 N Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
Phone: (440) 324-5244
Web: loraincountyworks.com
Ask about reentry navigation and training funding options.
Elyria (Lorain)
OhioMeansJobs — Summit County Workforce and training support, workshops, hiring events, and referrals.
Address: 1040 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310
Phone: (330) 633-1050
Web: summitmedinaomj.org (Summit OMJ)
If you have reporting obligations, ask for schedules/attendance proof.
Akron (Summit)
OhioMeansJobs — Stark County Workforce center for job leads, training referrals, and employer connections.
Address: 822 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709
Phone: (330) 433-9675
Web: omjwork.com
Ask how to document job search for supervision requirements.
Canton (Stark)
Towards Employment Employment services for people with barriers (career coaching, job readiness, placement support).
Web: towardsemployment.org
Intake often includes orientation + eligibility screening.
Cleveland (Cuyahoga)
EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute Culinary training and hospitality employment pathway for justice-involved adults.
Web: EDWINS (website)
Confirm schedule, program track, and transportation before enrolling.
Cleveland (Cuyahoga)
Goodwill — Greater Cleveland & East Central Ohio (GoodSkills) Job readiness, training supports, and employment pathways across multiple counties.
Cleveland Office: 6880 Unit 1 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Toll Free: (800) 942-3577
Corporate: 408 Ninth St SW, Canton, OH 44707 — (330) 454-9461
Web: goodwillgoodskills.org
Ask which program fits your background and employment goals.
Multi-county
Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM) — Workforce-linked services Community-based supports (including workforce-linked services) that often intersect with reentry needs.
Address: 4515 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103
Phone: (216) 696-2715
Email: mail@lutheranmetro.org
Web: lutheranmetro.org/contact-us
Ask for the best entry point for employment-related support.
Cleveland (Cuyahoga)
Urban League of Greater Cleveland — Workforce Development Workforce development, coaching, and employment referrals through community partnerships.
Address: 2930 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: (216) 622-0999
Email: info@ulcleveland.org
Web: ulcleveland.org/workforce
Ask about job placement support and retention coaching.
Cleveland (Cuyahoga)

🛠️ Eligible Reentry-friendly employer leads & staffing agencies (confirm first)

Express Employment Professionals — Cleveland (East) Staffing for light industrial, office, warehouse, and temp-to-hire. Background policies vary by client.
Address: 5495 Mayfield Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Phone: (216) 591-9125
Email: Jobs.ClevelandEastOH@ExpressPros.com
Web: expresspros.com (Cleveland East)
Ask: “Which offenses are disqualifying for your current clients?”
Lyndhurst (Cuyahoga)
PeopleReady — Cleveland (Branch 1707) General labor and staffing; jobs vary daily. Confirm ID requirements and background policies.
Address: 9555 Vista Way, Suite 220B, Cleveland, OH 44125
Phone: (440) 389-3338
Email: 1707-br@peopleready.com
Web: peopleready.com (Branch 1707)
Ask if assignments are compatible with curfew / reporting schedules.
Garfield Hts (Cuyahoga)
Adecco Staffing — Cleveland Temp and temp-to-hire roles across multiple industries. Client background checks vary.
Address: 2621 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
Web: adecco.com (Cleveland)
Ask to speak with a recruiter about “second-chance clients.”
Cleveland (Cuyahoga)
Manpower — Cleveland Area Staffing and placement across manufacturing, logistics, and office roles (varies by client).
Address: 7305 Broadview Rd, Seven Hills, OH 44131
Phone: (216) 447-9999
Web: manpower.com (Cleveland)
Ask what documents you need on Day 1 (ID, SS card, etc.).
Seven Hills (Cuyahoga)
Randstad — Independence Staffing and recruitment across office, light industrial, logistics, and more.
Address: 6100 Oak Tree Blvd, Suite 110, Independence, OH 44131
Web: randstadusa.com (Independence)
Call first and ask about client background requirements.
Independence (Cuyahoga)
Goodwill Retail & Donation Operations (regional hiring) Entry-level roles (retail, donation attendant, warehousing) + internal training options. Hiring rules vary by role.
Contact: (800) 942-3577
Web: goodwillgoodskills.org/contact
Ask which convictions are disqualifying for the specific position.
Northeast OH
Lorain County Workforce Development Agency (employer connections) Oversees OMJ Lorain; can be a pathway to employer introductions and training options.
Phone: (440) 329-5111
Web: loraincountyohio.gov (Workforce)
Ask about hiring events and “record-friendly” employer partners.
Lorain County
Union apprenticeships & skilled trades training (regional) Paid apprenticeship pathways (electrical, carpentry, laborers, HVAC). Acceptance can be case-by-case.
Tip: Start with your local OhioMeansJobs center for referrals.
Before applying: confirm background requirements per trade + licensing limitations.
Northeast OH
Community colleges & short-term certificates Certificates (manufacturing, IT, logistics, healthcare support) can lead to faster hiring.
Tip: Ask an advisor about background/licensing restrictions for your program.
Some programs (clinical, childcare, security) can have stricter rules.
Multiple campuses

Columbus & Central Ohio

Counties: Franklin, Delaware, Licking, Union, Fairfield (and nearby)

✅ Verified Reentry-focused workforce programs & agencies (direct contacts)

OhioMeansJobs — Franklin County Primary workforce hub for Columbus offering job search help, hiring events, training vouchers, and referrals.
Address: 1111 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43205
Phone: (614) 559-5052
Web: franklincountyohio.gov (OMJ)
Frequently used by probation, parole, and court referral programs.
Columbus (Franklin)
Franklin County Office of Justice Policy & Programs (Reentry) Coordinates reentry-focused employment, workforce, and stabilization services.
Address: 373 S High St, 25th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 525-5230
Web: franklincountyohio.gov (Justice Policy)
Ask about employment partners and referrals tied to supervision.
Columbus (Franklin)
Alvis House — Columbus Reentry-focused organization providing employment assistance, transitional services, and job readiness.
Address: 2100 Stella Ct, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 252-0661
Web: alvishouse.org
Common referral source for justice-involved individuals.
Columbus (Franklin)
Goodwill Columbus — Workforce Development Job readiness, placement support, and employer connections across Central Ohio.
Address: 1331 Edgehill Rd, Columbus, OH 43212
Phone: (614) 583-8020
Web: goodwillcolumbus.org/workforce
Retail + warehouse roles often available.
Columbus metro
Urban League of Central Ohio — Workforce Development Career coaching, job placement, and employer referrals for people facing employment barriers.
Address: 788 Mount Vernon Ave, Columbus, OH 43203
Phone: (614) 257-6300
Web: ulco.org/workforce-development
Ask about job retention and soft-skills training.
Columbus (Franklin)
Community Action Agencies (Central Ohio) Job readiness, referrals, and supportive services tied to employment stability.
Example: HandsOn Central Ohio / local CAP agencies
Web: handsongcentralohio.org
Ask which programs issue completion certificates.
Central Ohio

🛠️ Eligible Reentry-friendly employers & staffing agencies (confirm first)

Express Employment Professionals — Columbus Temp and temp-to-hire roles (warehouse, office, light industrial). Client background rules vary.
Address: 100 E Campus View Blvd, Ste 250, Columbus, OH 43235
Phone: (614) 785-9770
Web: expresspros.com (Columbus)
Ask which offenses are disqualifying for current clients.
Columbus
Adecco Staffing — Columbus Warehouse, manufacturing, and clerical staffing. Policies depend on the employer.
Address: 1000 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
Web: adecco.com (Columbus)
Ask recruiter about “second-chance” placements.
Columbus
Manpower — Columbus Area Staffing for manufacturing, logistics, and administrative roles.
Address: 5100 Sinclair Rd, Ste 100, Columbus, OH 43229
Phone: (614) 846-6070
Web: manpower.com (Columbus)
Confirm documentation requirements before Day 1.
Columbus
PeopleReady — Columbus Daily labor and short-term assignments; requirements vary by site.
Address: 3420 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224
Phone: (614) 253-4560
Web: peopleready.com (Columbus)
Confirm curfew compatibility and reporting needs.
Columbus
Amazon Fulfillment Centers (Central Ohio) Warehouse and fulfillment roles; background checks vary by role and facility.
Apply: hiring.amazon.com
Review job-specific background criteria carefully.
Central Ohio
Distribution & logistics employers (regional) Entry-level warehouse and logistics roles across Central Ohio.
Ask HR directly which convictions are disqualifying.
Central Ohio
Community colleges & short-term training Certificates leading to faster hiring (manufacturing, IT, logistics, CDL).
Check licensing rules tied to your record before enrolling.
Multiple campuses

Cincinnati & Southwest Ohio

Counties: Hamilton, Butler, Warren, Clermont

✅ Verified Reentry-focused employment & workforce agencies (direct contacts)

OhioMeansJobs — Hamilton County Primary workforce hub offering job placement, training referrals, and hiring events.
Address: 1916 Central Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45214
Phone: (513) 946-7200
Web: hamiltoncountyohio.gov (OMJ)
Common referral point for probation and reentry programs.
Cincinnati (Hamilton)
Hamilton County Office of Reentry Coordinates reentry services including employment connections and workforce referrals.
Address: 138 E Court St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (513) 946-6500
Web: reentry.hamiltoncountyohio.gov
Ask about employer partners accepting justice-involved applicants.
Cincinnati (Hamilton)
Talbert House — Employment Services Job readiness, placement support, and employer referrals for justice-involved individuals.
Address: 2600 Victory Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45206
Phone: (513) 281-2273
Web: talberthouse.org/employment
Often coordinates with courts and probation.
Cincinnati (Hamilton)
Goodwill & Easterseals of Greater Cincinnati Workforce development, job coaching, and placement support.
Address: 3010 Westwood Northern Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Phone: (513) 681-7200
Web: cincinnatigoodwill.org
Retail, warehouse, and training programs available.
Greater Cincinnati
Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio Career coaching, job placement, and employer referrals.
Address: 3458 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229
Phone: (513) 281-9955
Web: ulgswo.org/workforce-development
Ask about job retention and placement programs.
Cincinnati (Hamilton)

🛠️ Eligible Reentry-friendly employers & staffing agencies (confirm first)

Express Employment Professionals — Cincinnati Temp and temp-to-hire positions across multiple industries.
Address: 4900 Parkway Dr, Ste 170, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Phone: (513) 671-9700
Web: expresspros.com (Cincinnati)
Ask recruiter about background limits per client.
Cincinnati
PeopleReady — Cincinnati Daily labor and short-term assignments.
Address: 3600 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229
Phone: (513) 281-4900
Web: peopleready.com (Cincinnati)
Confirm curfew compatibility before accepting shifts.
Cincinnati
Manufacturing & production employers (regional) Entry-level production, assembly, and warehouse roles.
Background rules vary widely — verify first.
Southwest Ohio
Hospitality & service employers Back-of-house and entry-level roles may be available.
Disclose schedule limits early.
Greater Cincinnati

Dayton & Miami Valley

Counties: Montgomery, Greene, Clark, Miami

✅ Verified Reentry-focused employment & workforce agencies

OhioMeansJobs — Montgomery County Workforce center offering job search, training referrals, and employer connections.
Address: 1133 Edwin C Moses Blvd, Dayton, OH 45417
Phone: (937) 813-1200
Web: thejobcenter.org
Used frequently for probation/parole job verification.
Dayton (Montgomery)
Montgomery County Office of Reentry Coordinates employment, housing, and stabilization services.
Address: 451 W Third St, Dayton, OH 45422
Phone: (937) 496-7800
Web: mcohio.org/reentry
Ask about employer partnerships.
Dayton
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley Job training, placement, and employment support.
Address: 660 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402
Phone: (937) 228-7280
Web: gesmv.org
Retail and warehouse roles common.
Dayton

🛠️ Eligible Employers & staffing agencies (confirm first)

Express Employment Professionals — Dayton Temp and temp-to-hire roles across Miami Valley.
Address: 5577 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414
Phone: (937) 264-3666
Web: expresspros.com (Dayton)
Ask recruiter about client background limits.
Dayton
PeopleReady — Dayton Daily labor and short-term assignments.
Address: 3512 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
Phone: (937) 274-9600
Web: peopleready.com (Dayton)
Confirm schedule compatibility.
Dayton
Manufacturing, aerospace & logistics employers Entry-level roles throughout Miami Valley.
Check background rules before applying.
Miami Valley

Toledo & Northwest Ohio

Counties: Lucas, Wood, Hancock, Ottawa

✅ Verified Reentry-focused workforce & employment agencies (direct contacts)

OhioMeansJobs — Lucas County Workforce center offering job search assistance, training referrals, and hiring events.
Address: 1301 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43604
Phone: (419) 213-5627
Web: lucascountyworks.com
Frequently used for probation/parole job verification.
Toledo (Lucas)
Lucas County Office of Reentry Coordinates employment, housing, and reentry services for justice-involved individuals.
Address: 321 N Erie St, Toledo, OH 43604
Phone: (419) 213-4399
Web: co.lucas.oh.us/reentry
Ask about employer partners open to second-chance hiring.
Toledo (Lucas)
Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio Job training, placement, and employment support across the region.
Address: 3100 Glendale Ave, Toledo, OH 43614
Phone: (419) 535-0070
Web: goodwillnwohio.com
Retail, warehouse, and training programs available.
Northwest Ohio

🛠️ Eligible Reentry-friendly employers & staffing agencies (confirm first)

Express Employment Professionals — Toledo Temp and temp-to-hire positions across light industrial and office roles.
Address: 1715 Indian Wood Cir, Maumee, OH 43537
Phone: (419) 872-3344
Web: expresspros.com (Toledo)
Ask recruiter which offenses are disqualifying for current clients.
Toledo metro
PeopleReady — Toledo Daily labor and short-term assignments.
Address: 1963 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43613
Phone: (419) 478-3777
Web: peopleready.com (Toledo)
Confirm curfew and reporting compatibility.
Toledo
Manufacturing & production employers (regional) Entry-level roles across Northwest Ohio.
Verify background rules before applying.
Northwest Ohio

Southeast & Appalachian Ohio

Counties: Athens, Muskingum, Ross, Lawrence, Scioto, Belmont (and surrounding)

✅ Verified Regional workforce & reentry employment agencies

OhioMeansJobs — Southeast & Appalachian Counties County workforce offices providing job search help, training referrals, and employer connections.
Web: ohiomeansjobs.ohio.gov (Local Help)
Services vary by county; call ahead.
Multi-county
Athens County Reentry & Workforce Partners Local coordination of employment, training, and reentry services.
Address: 14 Stonybrook Dr, Athens, OH 45701
Phone: (740) 593-5522
Web: co.athens.oh.us/reentry
Ask about employer referrals.
Athens County

🛠️ Eligible Rural employers & short-term jobs (confirm first)

Local employers & seasonal jobs Retail, food service, small manufacturing, and municipal seasonal work.
Confirm schedule and travel limits with supervision.
Rural counties

Important: OACRA does not guarantee that any employer or program will hire or accept you. Listings marked with ✅ reflect reentry-friendly or commonly used programs, but policies may change without notice.

Before accepting employment or training: review your court orders and supervision conditions, confirm there are no licensing, travel, schedule, or duty restrictions, and obtain approval when required. Keep documentation of applications, schedules, and pay stubs.

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