Updated
Updated · Times Reporter · Jun 22
Mecca Moulton, 37, Lands Dutch Valley Dishwasher Job Through TuscBDD Program
Updated
Updated · Times Reporter · Jun 22

Mecca Moulton, 37, Lands Dutch Valley Dishwasher Job Through TuscBDD Program

1 articles · Updated · Times Reporter · Jun 22

Summary

  • Mecca Moulton, 37, recently started work as a dishwasher at Dutch Valley Restaurant through Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities employment navigation services.
  • More than 80 people in Tuscarawas County are currently working with support from the program, which matches people with developmental disabilities to jobs tied to their interests and provides on-the-job help.
  • Dutch Valley has hired multiple people served by TuscBDD and, when needed, has helped create tailored roles that fit both employee strengths and restaurant needs.
  • For Moulton, the job has brought pride and belonging as she saves for a home and plans a July 2027 wedding, underscoring the program's broader goal of linking work with community inclusion.

Insights

What hurdles do businesses face when customizing jobs, and how does TuscBDD help overcome them?
As participants find jobs, what does long-term career stability and advancement within these programs truly look like?