Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota envisions a world where everyone experiences the power of work and offers a broad spectrum of programming to eliminate barriers to work and independence. Our programs are designed to address the multiple barriers to work that our participants face, while offering tools, strategies and guidance to develop both short- and long-term employment, education and personal goals. (Continued on Schedule O)All programs offer case management/career navigation services and fall into the following, broad categories:Pre-Employment (exploring and developing general knowledge and skills necessary for employment): 2,573 served fiscal year 2023.Services include disability benefits counseling; on-the-job evaluation and learning; Employment & Career Readiness; parenting; post-incarceration support; and career exploration. Training (providing inclusive, short-term, hands-on learning environments that prepare individuals for careers and/or advanced education in specific industries): 372 served fiscal year 2023.Targeted industries include Construction, Retail, Business Services, and Automotive; College & Career Navigation Services are also available.Employment & Career (connecting individuals to immediate employment and building long-term careers): 2,762 served fiscal year 2023.Services include job search and application support; job placement, advancement, and retention; rapid re-placement for laid-off workers; job advocacy and accommodation support; and career/education planning.