Partners

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is the State of Ohio agency that empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determination, and independence.

Working with partners in business, education, and non-profits, OOD facilitates individualized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities (physical, intellectual, sensory, and mental health) and helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities.

OOD’s Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation provides individuals with disabilities with the services and supports they need to get and maintain employment. Watch a video about Vocational Rehabilitation.

If you or somebody you know has a disability and would like to work, visit  OODWorks.com  or call 800-282-4536 to get started.

Vantage Workforce Solutions operates the Senior Community Service Employment Program which supplements the income of low-income seniors by partnering with Non-Profit organizations and Government agencies to provide on-the-job paid training opportunities to get seniors, 55+ back into the workforce. This program is offered in 38 Counties throughout Ohio. We welcome applications in the Youngstown Region for Counties: Ashtabula, Mahoning, and Trumbull by calling 330-782-0978.

Flying HIGH Inc.’s alcohol and drug treatment program supports the individual as a whole and addresses the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects of recovery. Our clinical team assists and motivates individuals to achieve abstinence, wellness, and recovery by providing structured treatment services in line with the patient’s needs. We meet individuals where they are, support them through their recovery process, and empower their long-term sobriety through innovative treatment services.

Flying HIGH Inc. is committed to providing new, innovative, and cutting-edge treatment options. We are excited to offer our Nutritionally Assisted Treatment program, also known as NAT, which offers a weekly educational group as well as individualized consultation and follow up with a naturopathic doctor. This is an integrated program pairing additional recovery-based services with nutritional education and treatment, assisting recovery individuals discover both the benefits of correcting biochemical imbalances and addressing digestive issues that may be hindering recovery.

Professional development center - The PDC Job Placement Welcome Center provides a walk-in environment for all job seekers to come and be connected to job opportunities, enroll in vocational training, and/or explore career pathways opening in our region.

ASPIRE is a FREE Program which provides adults with a second chance to master the basic skills necessary for functioning more effectively in society. We help participants obtain skills to get or keep a job and to prepare for the Generational Education Development (GED) test. Our Getting Academically Prepared (GAP) class assists individuals with a high school diploma or GED to remediate skills in reading writing or math in order to be successful in college or technical school. Both programs provide individualized, self-paced, contextualized instruction at no cost to the student. Online classes are also available.

We offer a blended (in person and online) Integrated Education and Training (IET) class where an individual can earn a GED and a certification

TCTC is a nationally recognized career center offering 27 in-demand career-tech programs that prepare Trumbull County students for success in both college and career. With strong academics, hands-on training, and innovative facilities, TCTC helps students develop the skills needed for today’s competitive workforce.
Our programs provide:

• Dual Enrollment: Earn college credits while still in high school.
• Industry Certifications: Gain credentials that employers trust.
• Personalized Career Counseling: Get guidance for college, career, and beyond.
• Real-World Experience: Learn in state-of-the-art labs with cutting-edge equipment.

At TCTC, students graduate with the skills, confidence, and qualifications needed to succeed in their chosen career or continue their education. Explore your future with us today!

For more information, visit www.tctchome.com or call 330-847-0503.

Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries has been serving Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania for more than 125 years. The nonprofit’s mission programs strive to expand employment and training opportunities for those with disabilities or other barriers and successfully serve thousands of people each year. Sales through the organization’s retail stores directly support its mission and help to divert millions of pounds of goods from area landfills. Additionally, Goodwill’s Business Services Division provides a variety of quality services to area businesses and organizations, while creating employment opportunities.

For more information on Youngstown Goodwill, visit https://goodwillyoungstown.org/ or call 330-759-7921.

Kent State University at Trumbull is proud to be a community-focused partner in higher education and workforce development. Located conveniently in Trumbull County and part of Kent State's Eight-Campus System, one of the largest regional systems in the nation, our campus offers affordable, accessible degree programs in high-demand fields such as nursing, information technology, business, and electrical and mechanical engineering. With flexible scheduling, small class sizes, and personalized support, we help learners of all ages gain the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market. Our programs are designed in alignment with regional workforce needs, ensuring that graduates are career-ready and equipped to contribute to the local economy. Together with Ohio Means Jobs and other community partners, we’re building a stronger, more job-ready Trumbull County.