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Specialized Support - Individual Placement And Support | Opportunities For Ohioans With Disabilities

2190 Allentown Road, Lima, OH 45805

Eligibility

Individuals with serious mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders or individuals with disabilities.

Required documents

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

Application process

Call for assistance.

Fees

None.

Service area

Perry County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Marion County, Ohio Crawford County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Washington County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Wyandot County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Morgan County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Muskingum County, Ohio Guernsey County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Knox 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.

Data provided by

211 Pathways

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.