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Poverty Line Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Staff Attorney

Canton, OH · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Serving on the front-line of Legal Aid's work, staff attorneys address both individual and systemic legal issues that perpetuate the cycle of poverty. Successful candidates will use their skills to ...

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Staff Attorney

Canton, OH · On-site

$69K/yr

Serving on the front-line of Legal Aid's work, staff attorneys address both individual and systemic legal issues that perpetuate the cycle of poverty. Successful candidates will use their skills to ...

Serving on the front-line of Legal Aid's work, staff attorneys address both individual and systemic legal issues that perpetuate the cycle of poverty. Successful candidates will use their skills to ...

Serving on the front-line of Legal Aid's work, staff attorneys address both individual and systemic legal issues that perpetuate the cycle of poverty. Successful candidates will use their skills to ...

Poverty Line information

See Ohio salary details

$9

$18

$42

How much do poverty line jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for poverty line in Ohio is $18.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $17.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Poverty Line vs Social Worker?

AspectPoverty LineSocial Worker
DefinitionA measure used to determine if an individual or family has enough income to meet basic needsA professional who helps individuals and families improve their well-being and access resources
Required CredentialsNone; often used in policy and researchRelevant degrees (e.g., social work, psychology), certifications
Work EnvironmentPolicy analysis, research, government agenciesCommunity organizations, healthcare, government agencies
Industry UsageUsed in social policy, economics, public healthUsed in social services, healthcare, non-profits

The Poverty Line is a statistical threshold used to identify economic hardship, while a Social Worker is a professional who actively assists individuals and families in overcoming social and economic challenges. Although related, they serve different roles: one is a measure, the other a service provider.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Poverty Line jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Poverty Line job openings:

$69K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Description

Community Legal Aid's staff attorneys serve as the primary contact for transforming the lives of our clients. Our attorneys are fierce advocates for our clients, meeting their immediate legal needs, but also addressing their holistic needs through direct representation, education, and community resource referrals.


Serving on the front-line of Legal Aid's work, staff attorneys address both individual and systemic legal issues that perpetuate the cycle of poverty. Successful candidates will use their skills to identify, find solutions for, and remediate the root causes of inequities in our justice system, including litigation, policy advocacy, and client and stakeholder education.

Requirements

Admitted to the practice of law in Ohio.

Demonstrated interest in and sensitivity to the legal needs of low-income individuals, as well as motivation to improve their lives,

Commitment to Legal Aid's core values of diversity, empathy, justice, leadership, professionalism, respect, and transformation,

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personalities,

Proven professional attitude and excellent persuasive abilities,

Ability to maintain client confidentiality,

Ability to work independently, with excellent analytical and organizational skills,

Strong oral and written communication skills,

Strong research skills,

High level of comfort using and learning new technology,

Ability to speak Spanish or another language is highly desirable.


Salary: $69,000.00 D.O.E. Excellent working conditions plus generous benefits package.