We understand that you are in business to make a profit. A collaborative effort with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) can help your business increase productivity, morale, and your bottom line. Let’s Build a Partnership!
What We Do
- Link Ohio’s largest pool of diverse workers to employers
- Connect employers with college students with disabilities seeking internships or assistance with recruitment of recent graduates.
- Create a culture for a diverse workforce through customizable disability awareness training
- Streamline onboarding by helping employers find qualified job seekers
- Increase worker retention by offering enhanced follow-up after placement
- Provide information about worksite accessibility and Title I of the ADA
Who We Are
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is the State of Ohio agency that empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. The Division of Employer and Innovation Services works to raise awareness of OOD’s mission with employer partners, to promote a talent pool of qualified candidates, and to support businesses in the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Reach out to a Business Relations Specialist today to start a partnership with OOD.
Download Our Fact Sheet OOD Fact Sheet- Employer and Innovation Services and "Your Business Is Our Priority”.
Upcoming Webinars
On-Demand Webinars
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Employer Resources
On-Demand Webinars
On-Demand Webinars created by OOD's Division of Employer and Innovation Services.
The Employers’ ADA Handbook – Title I Overview
This recorded training was held live on 1/13/2021.
Top 10 Accessibility Resolutions
This recorded training was held live on 12/16/2020.
Urgent Jobs List
Potential job opportunities with employers who have urgent hiring needs.
Job Developers and Job Coaches in the Workplace
This recorded training was hosted live on November 19, 2020.
Accessibility Hour with OOD
This recorded training was hosted live on October 21, 2020.
Navigating the Reasonable Accommodation Process Training
This recorded training was hosted live on September 17, 2020.
Inclusive Hiring: Applicants with Disabilities Training
This recorded training was hosted live on August 20, 2020.
