Resources

Worksheets

I’m Determined – Worksheet

I’m Determined – One-Pager

Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory for Employment Planning – Worksheet

Charting the LifeCourse Trajectory for Employment Planning – One Pager

Build a Vision Statement – Activity

Example Vision Statement

Vision Statement Template

Create Your Action Plan – Worksheet

Videos

Job Skills Program Helps Faith Succeed at Local Restaurant

Faith learned job skills from the Licking County Project SEARCH program, which taught her what she needs to know on the job as a table busser for the Nutcracker Family Restaurant. Next, Faith is looking forward to getting her driver’s license.

Jessica “Steps Out of Shell” with Summer Job

In Belmont County, Jessica worked at the Sleep Inn & Suites as part of a summer employment program aimed at teaching high school students new job skills. Her boss and support team say the job has helped Jessica advocate for herself and communicate more with others. Watch her story.

Building Confidence: Discover Summer Work Experiences for Students with Disabilities

In the summer of 2025, Summer Youth Work Experience program unfolded across Ohio for students with disabilities aged 14-21. The program led by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) provided valuable on-the-job training and insights into the world of work, setting the stage for brighter futures.

Youth Transition

This video explores how Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) help students with disabilities prepare for life after high school. Through career exploration, work-based learning, self-advocacy, and job-readiness training, students gain the skills and confidence to pursue their goals and build greater independence.

Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills

This video includes information on:

  • Hard skills, which include physical skills that are important to your job
  • Soft skills, which are people skills like communication, teamwork, and adaptability
  • The importance of both types of skills

Additional Resources

Think College by UMASS College Search Tool

What is the Student Earned Income Exclusion? SSA Website

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