Child Care Assistance | Richland County Job And Family Services

171 Park Avenue East, Mansfield, OH 44902-1829

Designated Parking|Full Wheelchair Access.

Eligibility

Eligibility is based on gross income and family size. To be eligible: * Caretakers (parents) must be working, attending post- secondary school or participating in an approved Ohio Works First work activity. * Potential eligibility exists for homeless caretakers and individuals with protective childcare case plans. * Children must be under the age of 13, or if they have special needs, under the age of 18. * Children must meet citizenship requirements To check eligibility online, use the Eligibilty Virtual Assistant (EVA) at https://ssp.benefits.ohio.gov/apspssp/ssp.portal.

Required documents

Proof of all income (employment, child support, disability, unemployment, etc), birth certificates for all children needing care, official school schedule.

Hours

Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm Walk ins accepted during operating hours. Window in reception closes at 3:30 pm.

(419) 774-5400

Voice - voice | Providers and Billing

Languages

Interpreters through the Language Line are available.

Application process

Visit the website at www.rcjfs.net

Service area

Richland County, Ohio

Description

Determination of eligibility for subsidized child care for parents who are working, attending school, or participating in OWF Work Activities. Conduct in-home provider inspections to insure provider compliance with state regulations.

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211 Mansfield OH

What's Here

Child Care Expense Assistance Applications Child Care Expense Assistance Appeals/Complaints

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.