Goodwill of Central Iowa

Our Retail Team and Day Services Participants had a blast at a summer grill-out; Good food, great company, and fun yard games made for a perfect afternoon. #TeamBuilding #DMGoodwill #Goodwill

Our Indianola team was in the top 3 safest stores for Q1! Garrett, our Safety and Loss Control Specialist, delivered a tote full of goodies for the team to enjoy during last week’s safety visits! Thank you, Indianola, for creating a fun and safe work environment!  #dmgoodwill #goodwill #safety #retail

Did you see the Local 5 News We Are Iowa (WOI-DT)'s coverage of our new Job Ready Pathways Skills Training Program? This new program focuses on helping participants cultivate soft skills necessary in the workforce. Read the article below. Special thank you to Local 5 for helping spread the word about our newest program! Local 5: https://lnkd.in/gfa-dgTn #dmgoodwill #goodwill #desmoines

Last week, the Day Services Program South dedicated their time to crafting cat toys and blankets for the Animal Lifeline of Iowa, highlighting the significance of contributing to our local communities. They did a fantastic job! #dmgoodwill #goodwill #givingback #community

Congratulations to our Retail Skills Training graduates! 🎓 All graduates received their RISE Up certification, which teaches foundational employability skills to help people land jobs and get promoted in retail and beyond. To learn more about our Skills Training Programs, please visit https://lnkd.in/eZ6NkRSe #dmgoodwill #goodwill

Our Day Services Program combines community integration with developing independence, helping our participants on their path toward purposeful employment. This participant-driven programming helps develop, maintain, and increase independence in the areas of self-care, socialization, communication, education, and life skills for adults with diagnosed physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Our daily programming provides a place for individuals to develop their community, work on personal goals, build self-esteem, and grow. Learn more about the Day Services Program by watching our video! #dmgoodwill #goodwill

By working with a network of dedicated individuals here at Goodwill, participants gain the resources, connections, and skills necessary to graduate from our Skills Training Programs and progress toward greater independence through purposeful employment. “Participants come to us with various needs and barriers. We have developed over the years the need and understanding to meet participants where they’re at. We assure them that they’re not doing this by themselves. Support is what Goodwill is about.” Learn more about our Warehouse and Safety Skills Training Program by visiting https://lnkd.in/eZ6NkRSe #dmgoodwill #goodwill

From spending hours working alone in an industrial kitchen to finding purposeful employment as a Production Assistant, Margaret’s story highlights the ways in which our Retail Skills Training Program can enhance the lives of our participants. Visit https://lnkd.in/g36BWbcW read her full story and learn how she completed Retail Skills and is now a mentor to other individuals working toward greater independence through the power of employment. #dmgoodwill #goodwill

As we celebrate Mission May, we have an exciting new program to announce! Job Ready Pathways Skills Training Program encompasses seven weeks of paid training, focusing on equipping participants with the soft skills necessary to succeed in today’s job market. This program is designed to guide and support participants as they develop better communication, teamwork, self-advocacy, time management, and critical thinking skills. The curriculum not only prepares them for success in securing a job but also nurtures skills that ensure longevity and growth throughout their employment journey. Visit https://lnkd.in/gS-6XAtW to learn more about this new program and how you might be the perfect fit! #dmgoodwill #goodwill #nonprofit #newprogram #mission

Amy started her journey with Goodwill of Central Iowa in the Day Services Program. After an assessment with her care team, she entered the Retail Skills Training Program to expand her employment opportunities. Now, she is employed in Goodwill of Central Iowa’s E-Commerce department! “The first step is always the hardest. Just give it a try. You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain, and I promise we’re going to meet you where you’re at.” Monica McClelland Cheers, Retail Skills Trainer. #dmgoodwill #goodwill