HOME DONATE SHOP TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS ABOUT JOB OPENINGS VOCATIONAL SERVICES Changing Lives Through the Power of Work Goodwill Industries Vocational Enterprises’ mission is to provide employment services, training, and jobs to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. People who are employed by Goodwill have a unique opportunity to break down barriers, learn new skills,and build valuable work experience. VOCATIONAL SERVICES PROVIDED Goodwill gives people with disabilities or barriers to employment the skills and support they need to succeed in the workplace. They are able to gain pride and independence along with a paycheck. When people come to Goodwill for help, a Vocational Services team member will talk with them to learn about their skill levels and work interests. They will then be matched up with the right job. Goodwill’s Extended Employment program provides center-based, community-based and community-supported jobs for adults 24 years old and up. Supported by donated goods, our Extended Employment program provides about 191,000 hours of employment for 200 people each year. COMMON BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT • Disability (physical, cognitive, mental health) • Age • Criminal record • Drug or alcohol abuse • Housing issues or homelessness • Lack of work history or education SITUATIONAL ASSESSMENTS A Situational Assessment is a short-term work experience designed to help individuals explore their vocational aptitudes and determine the types of support services that will be needed in the workplace. Goodwill’s end goal is to assist the individual in acquiring specific skills and abilities needed to be successful in the workplace. CENTER-BASED EMPLOYMENT The Goodwill Center-Based Employment program provides paid work at our main facility, and offers various jobs including donation processing, janitorial services, stocking, retail sales, office work, and shipping. Goodwill’s staff works with individuals in identifying a job within the facility that is well matched to their skills and interests. The goal of center-based employment is to prepare people for community or Supported Employment. SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT The Goodwill Supported Employment program provides competitive employment in an integrated setting with local community employers. Workers who are hired for community jobs continue to receive training and support from Goodwill Vocational Services team members, and are paid by the hiring company. Area employers who have hired through this service include: Super One Foods, Olive Garden, Bernick’s Pepsi, Minnesota Power, Grandma’s Restaurant, TJ Maxx, Aerostich, St. Lukes, Duluth Grill, and WalMart. COMMUNITY BASED EMPLOYMENT The Community Employment program provides paid work in the community to individuals that need ongoing support to maintain their employment. These jobs are often on crews and may include janitorial, lawn-work, and snow removal. JOB COACHING & ONGOING SUPPORTS Job coaching is a service that provides a worker in the community with the assistance needed to maintain or advance their employment. Services provided by a Job Coach include teaching job skills, assisting the employer and the worker in developing strategies to successfully work together, advocating with the employer on behalf of the worker, and helping the worker develop natural supports in the workplace. YOU’LL LIKE WORKING WITH GOODWILL! • Feel valued for the work you do • Work with our Vocational Services team to achieve your employment goals • Take advantage of training opportunities and job coaching • Meet new people and make friends • Earn paid time off and other benefits • Work on job searching/interviewing skills • Work in a supportive environment with flexible scheduling • Become the best you can be STEPS TO SUCCESS 1. You will meet with a Vocational Services team member to determine if Goodwill is a good fit to help you find a job. 2. You will talk with a Vocational Services team member about your work interests, experience, and what kind of job would be a good fit for you. 3. You will work with a Vocational Services team member on your employment goals and any issues you have at work. 4. You will start working at Goodwill or in a workplace in the community, with provided support from a Vocational Services team member. 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