Providing employment opportunites for persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities in Ohio. S.A.W., Inc.

What is SAW, Inc.?

S.A.W., Inc. is a private, 501.C.3, Ohio non-profit organization established in 1969 to provide employment to individuals with developmental disabilities. SAW is the non-profit partner of the Cuyahoga County Board of Development Disabilities (CCBDD).

How is SAW related to CCBDD?

We work closely in tandem with the Cuyahoga County Board of Development Disabilities (CCBDD). SAW is able to go into contractual agreements with businesses whereas CCBDD does not enter into such agreements.

Is SAW, Inc. government funded?

SAW does not receive any federal, state or local funds to support its operation. The company operates on the revenue generated from the business it conducts with companies. SAW receives in-kind support from CCBDD. Most of SAW’s staff is employed by CCBDD.

Where is the work performed?

SAW can perform work at your place of business or at one or more of the ten area facilities in which we operate.

Will my staff be comfortable around SAW employees?

SAW provides an informational session for your company’s employees so they are educated about and comfortable with SAW workers. In some cases, a SAW supervisor remains on site to work hand in hand with SAW employees and your supervising staff.

How do you screen/train your employees?

Applicants go through the Intake Department at CCBDD for an interview. Then they are given a test to determine skill levels and are assigned a Support Administrator. If applicants seek employment in the community or adult activities centers, they are assigned to the region or center closest to their residence. A career plan is formed to match the person to the job (Vocational Assessment). Also situational assessments are done either in the community or at the centers to determine if the worker enjoys the work and performs the tasks well. In the centers the Adult Program Specialists train, assist and check quality of jobs performed by the consumers. In the community, Community Employment Specialists usually perform the job training.

Are employees reliable?

A supervisor assists in the training of SAW workers at no cost to your company to ensure consistent quality control/high performance. A dedicated SAW work crew meets your daily production needs.

How do the workers get to work?

SAW arranges for transportation to and from work. Workers typically take public transportation or SAW contracts with other transportation vendors.