05/29/2026
This month’s Employment Spotlight features Izzy who is just beginning her journey to employment. She started receiving Transition Services through Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities in June of 2023. Through this program she was hired at TJ Maxx. She has remained with the company and has worked at 2 different store locations. Izzy initially worked on the sales floor, focusing on stocking and organizing various departments. She then transitioned into a maintenance role, where she has continued to grow and thrive. Through this employment opportunity, Izzy has shown great improvement in both her work performance and communication skills. She is outgoing, personable, and has built positive relationships with her coworkers.
Izzy has continued to develop her skills by participating in services through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities’ Pre-Employment Transition Service. This service helps students with disabilities build practical skills for life after high school through job exploration, workplace readiness training, and real-world work experiences. The program connects young people to career pathways and support systems that promote independence and successful employment outcomes.
Izzy will be graduating from Springboro High School this May. She will then be attending Project Search this fall to continue her vocational training.
Izzy has worked hard to build her skills early on and has a bright future ahead of her.
NOMINATIONS:
Do you know someone who is successfully working in a vocational training program or in community employment? If so, you can nominate them to be featured in an upcoming Employment Spotlight by emailing: [email protected].
