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Celebrating Talent: Local Worker Thrives with Disability Support

11/18/2025

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Story summary

Raymond Cooper, a Parkhurst Dining employee in Steubenville, secured his job with support from Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities Community Employment Services.
He completed pre-employment transition services and a summer youth work program, gaining experience.
He enjoys his job and the social interactions it provides.
Since 1945, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates people with disabilities and promotes inclusion, with the theme 'Celebrating Value and Talent'.

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Story summary

Raymond Cooper, a Parkhurst Dining employee in Steubenville, secured his job with support from Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities Community Employment Services.
He completed pre-employment transition services and a summer youth work program, gaining experience.
He enjoys his job and the social interactions it provides.
Since 1945, National Disability Employment Awareness Month celebrates people with disabilities and promotes inclusion, with the theme 'Celebrating Value and Talent'.