Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities

If supporting people with developmental disabilities is your passion, join our team! Cuyahoga DD open positions at CuyahogaBDD.org/Careers. #ApplyNow #hiring #career Image description: Two women smiling brightly together. Text, We Are Hiring. Explore the exciting career opportunities at Cuyahoga DD.

Congratulations to Chick-fil-A Parma on being named a Legacy Empower at the Employment Collaborative of Cuyahoga County Impact Awards.

In episode 18 of Empower DD, Julio talks about his work experiences at Bedford Nissan. Marla Klein, Area Coordinator of Workforce Development, and Matt, VP of Bedford Nissan, discuss what it means to employ people with disabilities. We visited Julio and Matt at Bedford Nissan to learn about the positive impact Julio has made since joining the team. Marla shares how the Workforce Development team works with local businesses to help employers understand the value of hiring people with disabilities. 🎧https://lnkd.in/eBcJv_fC #EmpowerDD #podcast #NDEAM Image description: Julio smiling while cleaning a clear board.

We are all in this football season, and so is Leon! He is a Greeter with Guest Services with the Cleveland Browns. Leon wanted to start working to increase his independence and to help Annie, his mom, whom he lives with. UCP of Greater Cleveland Oakleaf Case Manager Tiffany H. and Career Coach Amy V. supported him in practicing interviewing and resume skills. They also connected Leon to his current job. "I love this job because I have the opportunity to spend time with the players and their families," said Leon. He stays in touch with his Support Administrator Borys who answers his questions and needs. Leon advocates for himself by speaking up for his wants and needs, and he goes after them. Leon encourages his friends to not be afraid and to try to stand up for themselves. He loves to spend time with family and friends at movies, concerts, and eating out. He enjoys all sports - watching the Cavaliers, Guardians, and Browns. Leon's next goal is to complete a short story about his life. #NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #ClevelandBrowns ID: Annie and Leon smiling in Browns' gear.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Ohioans with disabilities have access to free employment services at OhioMeansJobs.com and OhioMeansAccessibility.com. Learn more below. #NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #OhioMeansJobs

The 2024 Cuyahoga DD Empower Pop-Ups were full of laughter, exploration, and playfulness. Empower Pop-Ups encourages self-advocacy and learning through having fun. The Cuyahoga DD Community Development team traveled to agency locations to bring joy directly to the people we serve. People enjoyed crafts, sports, voting, dancing, tattoos, and self-expression activities. Thank you to ALL the staff, volunteers, community organizations, and adult day centers that made each Empower Pop-Up possible. 2024 locations: - Achievement Centers for Children - Active Day Berea - Friends For Life Rehabilitation Services - Help Foundation, Inc. - Medicore Transport & Achievement Centers - My Choice LLC & RMS - SAW, Inc. Organization Parma, Beachwood, Rocky River & Maple Heights - Vocational Guidance Services E. 55th & Southwest Thank you to community partners who shared their resources on location: - ADAPTIVE SPORTS OHIO - ARTFUL Cleveland - BAYarts - Bedford Parks and Recreation Department - Berea Arts Fest - Brain Freeze Shave Ice - Broadway School of Music and the Arts - Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library - Cleveland Metroparks - Empower Sports - FIG / Future Ink Graphics - Jacob's Ladder Special Needs Fitness - Lake Erie Nature & Science Center - North Pointe Ballet - NPower Services - OH Sew Powerful, Inc. - REC2CONNECT FOUNDATION - Special Olympics Ohio - The Cleveland Orchestra - Valley Art Center - Westlake Porter Public Library #EmpowerPopUp #empowering #CuyahogaDD

Do you need mobility equipment but are not sure what is best to use? We can help. Attend our free Move for Life Mobility Fair on Thursday, November 7, at Big Creek Center. Test equipment that can increase your independence and mobility alongside Cuyahoga DD physical therapists. ReelAbilities Film Festival: Cleveland and Akron will be in-house for a screening of the short documentary "Facing the Falls." Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/ePe-Sfbu. #mobility #ReelAbilities Image description: Text, Move For Life Mobility Fair Thursday, November 7, 6:00 - 8:15 PM, Big Creek Center 6149 W 130th St., Parma 44130. Join the screening of the short documentary Facing the Falls with a post-film open discussion. People ages 13+ with disabilities can explore mobility devices that increase independence with Cuyahoga DD physical therapists. Free and open to the public. Registration required. With photos of a man riding an adaptive tricycle and Facing the Falls still.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5. Your vote matters and it's your time to use it. Voting day details at boe.cuyahogacounty.gov. #ElectionDay #OhioVote #vote ID: White text against a blue background, Your Vote Matters! Vote Tuesday, November 5th, Polls are open 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. Find your polling location at boe.cuyahogacounty.gov

We're smiling brightly because of our employees. Meet Alisia, Behavior Support Professional. She is fond of working in the Behavioral Health Department. "It's a wonderful and unique experience with an endless list of amazing coworkers," said Alisia. Alisia likes helping the people we serve find ways their environment can support stability, growth, and independence. Doing so allows her to share happiness and peace in important moments of someone’s life. Alisia previously coached bocce and swimming for the Special Olympics. She participated with her team in the Unified Sports games. #EmployeeSpotlight #BestEmployees Image description: Alisia smiling outdoors. Employee Spotlight, “I enjoy most the opportunity to help those we serve find the strength and support in their environment.” Alisia Behavior Support Professional.

October is a fantastic month because it's National Disability Employment Awareness Month! George is hard at work at Chippewa Place. He started there in 2018 and is now a Dietary Aide. He took finding a job seriously and completed Project SEARCH at Parma City School District. In this program, he learned job and development skills. With support from the UCP of Greater Cleveland Oak Leaf and Chris Coon Area Coordinator of Workforce Development, George interviewed until he found his current job. George stays connected with Loretta, his Support Administrator, and Chris for any of his questions about work and living independently. He adores working with others and doing different things on the job. "I work with a great group of people, and I love my job," said George. Outside of work, George likes to race remote-controlled cars, play guitar, and listen to Elvis Presley. His next goal is to perfect playing the guitar. #NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment Image description: George smiling while working in a black shirt and cap.