Community First offers a range of programs including the Transitional Youth Program, Job Development, Special Olympics, and the People First Advocacy Group.
The Transitional Youth Program supports students aged 14–22 from Highland, Clinton, and Brown counties, including those who are home-schooled. Participants engage in Pre-Employment Transition Services through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), which include modules in self-advocacy, job exploration, workplace readiness, work-based learning, and post-secondary counseling. Transition Coordinators guide students through these modules to prepare them for employment or further education.
Summer Youth Work Experience provides employment experience opportunities, through placements at local businesses such as Highland County YMCA, Ponderosa, Hillsboro Elks Golf Course, and Southern State Community College. Upon completing Pre-Employment Transition Services, students continue to receive support from OOD to secure employment within the community if needed.
Pre-Employment Transition Services
Open to ages 14-22 while enrolled in education
Student must have an IEP or 504
Student must receive services with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
No cost to the student/parent
May be referred by local school or directly through Community First
Most students receive Pre-ETS during their school day at school
Training may include:
Job Exploration Counseling
Work-Based Learning
Workplace Readiness Training
Instruction in Self-Advocacy
Counseling on Post-Secondary Opportunities
For more information, contact Molly Warnock at 937-971-8314
Job Development
Referrals from Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
Fees covered by OOD
Assists in resume development
Assists with finding a desired job in the community
Assists with applications and interviews
Speak with your OOD Counselor about choosing Job Development
Job Coaching may be available, if needed, through a local provider
For more information, contact Jacob Alexander at 937-374-9600
