PROGRAMS

Goodwill believes every person in our communities should have the opportunity to achieve a meaningful and dignified life. Our training programs give individuals the skills and resources they need to enter the workforce or move up in their current position.

Free Open Training

Internet Safety Course - Free two hour course. January 19th from 3:00PM to 5:00PM.
Located in Rockford at 615 N. Longwood Street.
Topics covered:

  • Password Safely
  • Identity Protection
  • Information Security
  • Browsing Safety
  • Types of Online Threats
  • Social Networking Safety

To sign up, please call (815) 987-6230.

Interview Tips - Free two hour couse. January 27th from 9:30AM to 11:30AM. Located in Rockford at 615 N. Longwood Street.

Learn what employers are looking for and how to answer the tough questions so you can ace your next interview!

To sign up, please call (815) 987-6230.

 

Clerical Skills Training and Placement Program

In this program you will:

Receive training on typing and Microsoft office computer programs

  • Create a resume, cover letter, and thank you letters
  • Have internships in your choice of settings, including retail work, accounting, reception, and data entry
  • Practice interview skills
  • Understand how to perform an effective job search and have assistance with your search
  • Have the tools to find, acquire, and maintain a job in the community
  • Have the tools and information to continue your education

Requirements for the program:

  • You must qualify for services through the Department of Rehabilitation Services
  • You must have a high school diploma or GED
  • You must be over the age of 17
  • You must have an 8th grade reading level (as determined by the TABE test)
  • You must be willing and able to sit at a computer for 4-6 hours per day and take care of yourself physically
  • You must be willing to come to class on time, every day that you are scheduled
  • You absolutely must have a good positive attitude!

Community Placement Program

In this program you will:

  • Learn how to execute an effective job search
  • Create a resume, cover letter, and thank you letters
  • Practice applications and tax forms
  • Practice interview skills
  • Have the tools to find, acquire, and maintain a job in the community

Requirements for the program:

  • You must have a high school diploma or GED
  • You must be over the age of 17
  • You must be able to care for yourself physically
  • You absolutely must have a good positive attitude and want to work in the community!

Retail Skills Training and Internship

    • Class run 6 time per year, call for dates!
    • 4 weeks of classroom training, followed by a retail internship
    • Case management, job coaching, and support provided
    • Job placement assistance

You will learn:

  • Work and industry expectations
  • Customer service
  • Handling cash transactions
  • Monitoring Inventory
  • Working as part of a team
  • Working with employment and tax forms.
  • Practice interviews and situational role playing

Requirements:

  • Ability to attend 4 weeks of class (Monday – Friday)
  • Completion of 8th grade
  • Willingness to work and learn
  • Basic Reading/Math Comprehension
  • Ability to bend, stoop, reach, grasp, and lift weights up to 10 lbs

Attire to Hire Program

Goodwill is about jobs and helping people, and sometimes, our clients and community members need some basic tools to help them land the job. Goodwill can help individuals locally to attain clothing for interview or employment needs. We work with other human service agencies and individuals to provide high quality clothing, free of charge.

Financial Programs

Goodwill has financial programs, including training and tax services. CLICK HERE for more information.

 

For more information or to register for Goodwill's programs, please call (815) 965-3795 or email programs@goodwillni.org.

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