Wishing everyone a happy and safe Labor Day! OOD offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Government Administration
Columbus, Ohio 5,021 followers
Empowering Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence.
About us
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is the State of Ohio agency whose mission is to empower Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determination, and independence. OOD helps connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. Our Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) and Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired (BSVI) tag-team to provide these services in partnership with hundreds of providers across Ohio. Our Division of Employer and Innovation Services also helps Ohio companies recruit, retain, and achieve accessibility in the workplace for employees with disabilities. OOD also supports Ohioans applying for disability insurance or supplemental income by helping to determine whether they medically qualify for federal disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA). Our Division of Disability Determination provides this support in agreement with the SSA. Social media terms/conditions are at https://ood.ohio.gov/about-us/resources/social-media-comments.
- Website
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http://ood.ohio.gov
External link for Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Columbus, Ohio
- Type
- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
150 E Campus View Blvd., Suite 300
Suite 300
Columbus, Ohio 43235, US
Employees at Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
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Allison Jones
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Marshawn Kerner, MBA
Executive IT Influencer | Creative | Servant Leader
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Jon Hackathorn
Business Relations Manager at Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
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Kathy (Korb) Gillespie
Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor at Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Updates
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The Cincinnati Art Museum invites families with children who have autism or other developmental disabilities to experience Sensory Saturdays. This program offers a quieter, engaging environment to explore art using multisensory tools and resources. 🎨
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Planning a Labor Day trip? Accessibility is key. Apps like Role Mobility & Access Now are making it easier to navigate. Ohio has been leading the way with universal changing tables! 🌟
Tips to make accessible travel more accessible
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Meet Allison Meloy, Acting Vision Services Program Manager within the Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired (BSVI) at OOD! ❤️ In her role, Allison and her team provide support, services, and training for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This work supplements the excellent services provided by OOD's community partners and individual providers. "My favorite part about my role is knowing that our work helps countless people each year to live independently and achieve their employment goals." #MeetTheTeam #EmployeeSpotlight #BehindTheScenes
Meet the Team: Allison Meloy
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities on LinkedIn
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Our Southwest Area recently coordinated a hiring event at the Sinclair Community College Mason location. We had 47 job seekers participate in 81 interviews with employer partners Kroger, Miami Valley Gaming, Kings Island & Cintas. Seven participants received same-day job offers & many more are moving forward in the interview process!🎉
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This summer, 2,934 students with disabilities in Ohio have gained valuable work experience through Summer Youth Work Experiences! The program not only helps students explore career interests but also builds essential skills & confidence for their future. Learn more about how these experiences help shape their paths. ➡️ lnks.gd/2/2whxWdd
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On #WomensEqualityDay, we honor the incredible strides women have made and recognize the work still ahead. Vocational rehabilitation plays a crucial role in empowering women with disabilities to achieve their career goals and reach their full potential. Let's continue to support and uplift each other!
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This summer, through our Summer Youth Work Experiences, students with disabilities gained valuable skills & prepared for their future. Experiences included working in retail, preparing meals, reading to children, and even helping out at a wild fox rescue! Learn more about the opportunities students had in partnership with the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities ➡️ bit.ly/3Xej4OZ
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We love getting results! 🎉 Our hiring event for job seekers with disabilities in Youngstown last month led to: Interviews: 20 Same-day Job Offers: 6 (Congrats to Jean, Lateef, & Joseph!) Offers to Move Forward: 10 Special thanks to our employer partners: Covelli Enterprises, Giant Eagle, Jet Stream International, Inc., and Starr Manufacturing, Inc.!