PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

GOODWORKS RETAIL TRAINING

This exciting twelve week program offers career-oriented experience for students with disabilities. Through classroom and paid work-based learning, GOODWorks prepares students for positions in industries such as hospitality, retail, banking, and manufacturing. Instructors work with school district professionals and families to identify training needs and provide the most appropriate services. After training, many students enter supported employment at Goodwill stores.

SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT

Our Supported Employment program is specifically designed to offer customized job assistance to help adults with disabilities have successful careers at Goodwill. If you require a lifespan job coach, reach out to us and we will help you or your loved ones navigate the process.

EMPLOYMENT SUPPORTS

Goodwill offers a FREE Comprehensive Case Management program to men and women 18 years or older who meet required income guidelines. Participants will work one-on-one with a Family Resource Coordinator who will help guide and assist in the following areas: Employment, Education, Transportation, Financial Literacy.

CAREER CONNECTION

Goodwill wants to help you get hired! Sign up for our free, comprehensive career platform and get help with everything from resume polishing to interview prep.

• Practice answering interviewing questions and video yourself to perfect your pitch.
• Build a resume and cover letter tailored to your strengths and career goals.
• Learn follow-up and negotiation techniques with our powerful Interview Workshop.
• Leverage your network, utilize social media, and research companies to get in the door.
• Get tips on how to draft a reference sheet and thank you letter.
• Take career assessments to match you to your dream job.

JOB RESOURCE CENTER

Goodwill operates four community-focused Job Resource Centers in the Delaware and Delaware County, PA region. Each center is equipped with state-of-the art computers and copiers and high-speed wifi. Our centers also host job fairs, offer employment skills training, and provide computer workshops as well as industry-recognized credentials.