Gulfstream Goodwill Industries: Empowering Communities Through Employment
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries in Southern Florida assists individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment by providing rehabilitation, training, and job placement services. They operate retail locations in five counties, offering free programs to support participants in becoming self-sufficient members of the community. Through initiatives like fair hiring practices and Re-Entry programs, Gulfstream Goodwill creates opportunities for those with criminal backgrounds. Future plans include National Retail Federation Certification to enhance employability and career pathways. Community partnerships and training programs aim to equip individuals for success in retail and other industries.
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Jessica Hidalgo Gulfstream Goodwill Industries Inc. Martin, Palm Beach, Okeechobee, St. Lucie, and Indian River County
Who we are Mission: Gulfstream Goodwill Industries assists people with disabilities and other barriers to employment to become self- sufficient, working members of our community. Gulfstream Goodwill has 28 retail locations throughout five counties in Southern Florida. Donated goods are used to help support our mission of rehabilitation, training and employing people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. All of our rehabilitation services such as evaluation, training, and job placement are free to our program participants.
The Initiative Gulfstream Goodwill has been working in Re-Entry since 2004. In 2012 Goodwill implemented an initiative to develop fair hiring practices that focused on hiring ex- offenders. In 2014 Goodwill Banned the Box from their application.
Current From February 2014 December 2014 Total of 695 criminal background checks conducted 58% were clear (no background) 42% applicants had a background 74% were hired 26% were not hired Total of 598 individuals were hired 36% had a background Employer testimonial
Future National Retail Federation Certification Will provide individuals with increased employability strong understanding of the retail industry skills needed to succeed in retail store positions increased opportunity for growth and promotions Will lead to future career pathways in other industries
Community Partners Gulfstream Goodwill Program Participants (Adult and Juvenile Justice Services, Employment Services, Adult Day Training) Existing Retail Staff Career scope, evaluation, soft skills training Retail Training and Certification On-the-Job- Training (OJT) (Paid) Gulfstream Goodwill Retail Staff New Hire Community Retail Placement Gulfstream Goodwill Retail Staff Promotion
