Opening Doors and Overcoming Barriers to Jobs
Workforce Readiness
Attire to Hire
Goodwill knows that interview and employment clothing can be costly. Our Attire to Hire program can help provide vouchers for clothing suitable for work.
To be eligible for this program, you must have a referral from an organization or case manager. Organizations or case managers can contact Goodwill to obtain the referral form for this program. Individuals may only receive one voucher.
For more information, call (815) 965-3795 or email Programs@goodwillni.org.
Employer Resources
Helping Connect Businesses with Pre-Screened Job Candidates
For local and area businesses searching for qualified candidates to fill openings, the process can be slow, costly and end with mixed results – particularly in a tight labor market. Goodwill takes much of the effort, and guesswork, out of the typical search process by providing prospective employers with a diverse pool of qualified, and pre-screened, candidates.
For many businesses, Goodwill makes more ‘dollars and sense’ too: we streamline the hiring process by matching the right candidate to the job; the prospective employer saves time, money and potentially qualifies for tax credits and incentives. Best of all – Goodwill Employer Resources are free!
For more information, call (815) 965-3795 or email Programs@goodwillni.org.
Veterans Career Resource Program
Helping US Military Veterans use their skills to secure long-term, meaningful employment.
Have you served in the US military and want to use your skills toward a new career? Goodwill can help!
Goodwill’s Employment Specialists will work with you one-on-one based on your goals to secure long-term, meaningful employment.
We offer:
- Employability training sessions
- Assistance in returning to school or training programs
- Navigating through available resources
- Connection with employers
For find out if you’re eligible, call (815) 632-3908 or email VeteransProgram@goodwillni.org.
The Veterans Career Resource Program is currently operating in Goodwill’s Sterling store: 2216 E. 4th Street, Sterling, IL
Hours of Operation: M-F, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Program
Start a career in clean energy!
Enroll in Goodwill’s Pre-Apprenticeship Program!
Thank you to the partners of Goodwill’s Pre-Apprenticeship Program
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For more information about enrolling in a CEJA training program, call (815) 965-3795 or email Programs@goodwillni.org.
The Workforce Connection
Goodwill is a proud partner of The Workforce Connection, our area’s workforce system.
The Workforce Connection serves Winnebago, Boone, and Stephenson Counties with services such as:
- Job Training
- Services for Young Adults – Elevate Youth Program
- Computer and Internet Access
- Job Search and Resume Assistance
- Help with On-Line Job Applications
- Career Information
- Assistance for Veterans and Workers with Disabilities
- Refugee and Immigrant Services
- Assistive Technology–Services available to Individuals with Disabilities
- Assistance in Identifying and Integrating Community Programs for Basic Needs
- Virtual Services Available
More resources are available at www.TheWorkforceConnection.org such as:
- Calendar of Events
- Virtual Workshops
- Career Readiness Training Videos
- Weekly Hot Job Listing
- Connect with us on Facebook to learn about exciting opportunities and happenings in your area!
Questions? Call us at (815) 847-7574
Career Center Locations:
- Rockford
303 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 847-7574 - Freeport
307 W. Main St, Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 315-1830 - Belvidere
600 S State St, 2nd floor, Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-9616