Program areas at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont
Business enterprise "be": the program offers opportunities to individuals seeking to develop and build their skill sets to enhance their potential for future employment in production, customer service, and in retail. Our retail stores provide specialized training and hands-on experience in the aforementioned areas through temporary and/or permanent employment. the agency offers asset recovery and manufacturing services using the highest industry standards for environmental safety and data security. the computer recycling program has diverted tons of potential waste from reaching landfills. This multi-faceted program helps generate jobs, provides a valuable service to the community, provides job training opportunities and helps preserve the environment. In 2023, we paid 34.5m in payroll for this group.
Goodwill exists to: help people see possibilities, seize opportunities and prosper. We do this through skills development and career services to support individuals on their path to family-sustaining employment. Wrap-around services offered include: industry relevant training programs, job search supports, employer connections, career navigation, career coaching, resume preparation and interviewing. Goodwill university is the talent development division of Goodwill offering modern training opportunities for Goodwill participants and team members alike. All training programs are provided at no cost and help individuals learn new skills to be career-ready and find success within growing Industries. Programs are currently focused on digital.
Goodwork staffing is an important service provided to both individuals and employers seeking temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire placement support in key Industries in our region. This service connects the community members with access to great jobs at great companies, giving them work experience and a foot-in-the-door, while helping employers recruit a diverse and eager talent pool. the purpose of goodwork staffing is to work with individuals and employers to match skills and interests with talent and employment opportunity. In 2023, goodwork staffing provided more than 300,000 paid work hours, over $6.2m in wages and assisted participants with job opportunities in light industrial, warehouse, administrative support, customer services and other Industries.
Career advancement opportunities services matches individual skills and abilities with the needs of prospective employers, and provides job readiness and life skills training to help prepare individuals for the world of work. Retention strategies assist participants in maintaining employment and exploring career development opportunities.