Beyond Jobs

Helping Women Find and Keep Great Jobs

Goodwill® believes that everyone should have the ability to build financial stability through the power of work. The success of our families and the health of our communities are dependent on each and every one of us having the opportunity to work.

Women are now the sole or co-breadwinner in 3 out of 5 American families, yet many find it increasingly difficult to earn enough wages to take care of their families. In order to succeed as a community and as a nation, we must find ways to ensure that women are able to support their families.

Brenda’s Story

Brenda Nealy entered the Beyond Jobs program at Goodwill Industries® of Greater Detroit (MI) in November 2010. Brenda had a troubled past, and needed new job skills. Working with a Beyond Jobs team member, Brenda developed a career plan that identified immediate changes she could make in her life that would help secure a more successful future.

Beyond Jobs also helped Brenda find a full-time job at Green Works Recycling, a subsidiary of the Detroit Goodwill. Today, Brenda continues to receive skills training and family support that aid her as she advances her career and supports her family.

What is the Beyond Jobs Program?

Funded by a $7.7 million grant from the Walmart Foundation, Beyond Jobs helps women like Brenda find and keep good- paying jobs. This is accomplished through individualized career and financial planning services. Among the tools provided are:

• Ongoing financial education
• Family strengthening services
• Early education and child care assistance
• Connections to healthy food and nutrition initiatives

 

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60 Comments

1. Rebekka October 10th, 2012 at 6:33 pm

   Hi my name is Rebekka. I just found Goodwill and just beginning to learn a little. But I have an 8 year old son and I am a single mother and I am trying to get out of a abusive realtionship and start over again. I am on disability and need more of an income to be on my own. Can Goodwill be able to help me find a job right away, while I learn a career? I am willing to do anything. I have some experience in sales and reception.

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   • TJ Gioconda
     GII Social Media Specialist
     October 15th, 2012 at 9:30 am

     Hi Rebekka,

     Please contact your local Goodwill for any questions on programs or job help they can offer. You can use our locator at locator.goodwill.org to find your local Goodwill Headquarters to ask for an employment specialist. Be sure to check out the Beyond Jobs program that offers job help to single mothers at http://www.goodwill.org/beyondjobs/. You can also take a look at our job postings at http://www.goodwill.org/goodwill-for-you/jobs-and-careers/find-a-job/ for job opportunities within our 165-member network.

     Best Wishes,
     TJ Gioconda
     Goodwill Industries International

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2. omaira October 25th, 2012 at 2:08 pm

   hi just fond out about u guys i am a single mother am 26 and my son just turn 5 and i’ve been looking for a job in forever still living with my babys dad but his not a bad man of a bad dad but just need to get out. just want to know if you will be abel to hlpe me get a job ASAP.. thank you!

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   • TJ Gioconda
     GII Social Media Specialist
     November 1st, 2012 at 8:57 am

     Hi Maira,

     Please contact your local Goodwill for any questions on programs or job help they can offer. You can use our locator at locator.goodwill.org to find your local Goodwill Headquarters to ask for an employment specialist. Be sure to check out the Beyond Jobs program that offers job help to single mothers at http://www.goodwill.org/beyondjobs/. You can also take a look at our job postings at http://www.goodwill.org/goodwill-for-you/jobs-and-careers/find-a-job/ for job opportunities within our 165-member network.

     Best Wishes,
     TJ Gioconda
     Goodwill Industries International

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3. Genna November 2nd, 2012 at 9:47 pm

   Hello, I’m a single mother and also trying to get out of an abusive situation. I’ve noticed on my local employment commissions website that my local Goodwill has been taking applications for while. Ive applied like 6 or 7 times over the past year and Ive called and called but the manager refuses to even give me an interview. I thought they were supposed to help single parents? What should I do? I desperatly need a job!!

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   • TJ Gioconda
     GII Social Media Specialist
     November 12th, 2012 at 10:13 am

     Hi Genna,

     Please contact your local Goodwill for any questions on programs or job help they can offer. You can use our locator at locator.goodwill.org to find your local Goodwill Headquarters to ask for an employment specialist. They may be able to offer some training as well that could help you get a job outside of Goodwill. You can also take a look at our job postings at http://www.goodwill.org/goodwill-for-you/jobs-and-careers/find-a-job/ for job opportunities within our 165-member network.

     Best Wishes,
     TJ Gioconda
     Goodwill Industries International

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     • eunisha November 29th, 2012 at 11:53 am

       Did you actually read what Genna wrote? The standard reply you seem to make is not always applicable, Mr. Gioconda.

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4. Jessica November 9th, 2012 at 1:01 pm

   Hi, I am 23 and I am a single mother and my daughter is 2. I just recently had to move back in with my parents, and I was wondering if Goodwill could help me find a job ASAP. Thanks

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   • TJ Gioconda
     GII Social Media Specialist
     November 12th, 2012 at 10:11 am

     Hi Jessica,

     Please contact your local Goodwill for any questions on programs or job help they can offer. You can use our locator at locator.goodwill.org to find your local Goodwill Headquarters to ask for an employment specialist. Be sure to contact the Beyond Jobs program that offers job help to single mothers. You can also take a look at our job postings at http://www.goodwill.org/goodwill-for-you/jobs-and-careers/find-a-job/ for job opportunities within our 165-member network.http://www.goodwill.org/wp-admin/edit-comments.php#comments-form

     Best Wishes,
     TJ Gioconda
     Goodwill Industries International

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5. LaFonda November 10th, 2012 at 9:24 pm

   Hello, I’ve been unemployed for four years and was on welfare and now i’m receiving general relief(government assistance”s. I had been taking care of an elderly woman for almost for years and she past away in 08. I’m 58 years of age and have been looking for work, with no progress. Because of my age and lack of skills, can I be helped? I really need help, my son is going to a junior college and he will need more help. Thank You and will be looking for your reply.

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   • TJ Gioconda
     GII Social Media Specialist
     December 3rd, 2012 at 9:58 am

     Please contact your local Goodwill for any questions on programs or job help they can offer. You can use our locator at locator.goodwill.org to find your local Goodwill Headquarters to ask for an employment specialist. They may be able to offer some training as well that could help you get a job outside of Goodwill. You can also take a look at our job postings at http://www.goodwill.org/goodwill-for-you/jobs-and-careers/find-a-job/ for job opportunities within our 165-member network.

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6. Kayla November 30th, 2012 at 1:50 am

   Hi i am a single mother. I am 17 years old. My baby girl is almost 2 months old. I need help finding a job. Can you help me.

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