Tag Archives: jobs for teens with disabilities

Smiling teen with a group of their coworkers at a local restaurant for the Summer Youth program.

Summer Youth Program Builds Work Skills

As the 2025 Summer Youth Work Experience and Career Exploration program comes to an end, we’d like to celebrate the successes of nearly 60 local teens who gain valuable work experience this summer! Read More ›

Maliek posing proudly for a photo at a Cuyahoga Falls parks and recreation location.

Maliek’s Employment Journey

As we close out October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate Maliek’s journey to employment at Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation! Read More ›

Photo a a young man named Max and his team of developmental disabilities professionals.

Teamwork to the Max!

Summit DD take prides in connecting people with developmental disabilities to the services they need to thrive. It takes months and sometimes years of teamwork and collaboration across internal Summit DD departments and external organizations. But our dedicated team members and community partners never shy away from pursuing what’s best for those we serve. Read More ›

Local students participating in the Summer Youth Work Experience program.

120 Young Adults Benefit From Locally Funded Jobs Program

Did you know that Summit DD’s Summer Youth Work Experience and Career Exploration Program is just one of the many initiatives funded by local tax dollars provided by Summit County residents? In 2023, 120 young adults with developmental disabilities gained valuable work experience this summer! Read More ›

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