Specialized Support - Individual Placement And Support | Opportunities For Ohioans With Disabilities
Ood - Athens, Monroe, Morgan, Perry And Washington Counties
86 Columbus Road, Suite 104, Athens, OH 45701
Eligibility
Individuals with serious mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders or individuals with disabilities.
Required documents
Hours
Open 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri. Please contact to schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.
(740) 592-4411
Voice
Application process
Visit OODWorks.com to apply for services
Fees
None.
Service area
Muskingum County, Ohio
Crawford County, Ohio
Coshocton County, Ohio
Perry County, Ohio
Guernsey County, Ohio
Marion County, Ohio
Knox County, Ohio
Athens County, Ohio
Licking County, Ohio
Wyandot County, Ohio
Washington County, Ohio
Monroe County, Ohio
Pickaway County, Ohio
Noble County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Individual Placement and Support (IPS) is an evidence-based practice that helps people with serious mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders work in competitive jobs related to their preferences. OOD assists eligible individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining competitive jobs related to each person’s unique strengths, priorities, abilities, experiences, and interests. Individuals served through IPS benefit from the collaborative efforts of mental health agencies and OOD. Services include: Assessment, Career Planning and Counseling, Apprenticeships and Work Experience, Assistive Technologies and Devices, On-the-Job Support, Career Exploration, Skill Development and Training, Job Placement Services, and Workplace Accommodations.
Last Verified
04/28/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Opportunities For Ohioans With Disabilities
This state agency provides services leading to employment for people with disabilities, beginning at age 14, including visual impairments. Services may include evaluation, counseling, personal adjustment training, placement and follow up. Other services may include independent living services available for visually impaired individuals who are 55 years of age or older.
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