Helping people prepare for, find, and keep good jobs is what Goodwill is about.
people were provided workforce development and support services in 2023
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Happy Thursday from Your HR Team
Hello! We have certainly been feeling some energy the last few weeks as we open our operations back up. We open our last two stores on June 15, and those that opened in prior weeks are bustling with business. Thank you to your hard work in preparing for re-open — it takes a village. Make it a great day — Smile and say HELLO to a stranger! See you soon.
Friendly REMINDERS
As our state opens back up and we begin to return to places outside of our homes – let us not forget our healthy hygiene and safety practices. We don’t want to be in a situation where we are moving one step forward to take two steps back. We want to be conscientious of our efforts over the last 3 months.
- Remember to wash your hands often. Use hand sanitizer when you don’t have access to wash your hands.
- Wear a mask while walking and moving around in public spaces and when you are NOT able to social distance.
- Social distance and keep your 6 feet
- Wipe down your communal areas when done.
- Stay home if you are sick or not feeling well.
TESTING IS IMPORTANT
Muskegon County will offer free COVID-19 testing this weekend to any Muskegon County resident. This is a diagnostic test to detect the presence of the virus.
The walk-up and drive-through testing services will be available on Friday, June 12, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, June 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Oakridge Middle School, 251 S. Wolf Lake Rd, Muskegon. Testing site entrance is near the corner of S. Wolf Lake Rd. and Hall Rd.
The tests will be administered by the state agencies and are free to county residents. No appointment is needed. To speed up your registration, print and complete your testing consent form at www.muskegonhealth.net.
“Testing is important to our efforts to protect public health and save lives,” said Muskegon County Health Officer Kathy Moore. “The community is eager to get back to normal. To do that, we need to test individuals and ensure that we continue to take prevention efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19.”
Benefits Premium Update
As we begin to recall individuals back to work, missed premium deductions for all medical and ala carte coverages will need to be caught up as they were not collected during your COVID layoff.
There will be a couple of options for repayment. HR is working on this and will be in contact with all covered employees soon.
HR Team Contacts: Phone (231) 722-7871
Pattie Piekarski: x1035
Jamie Barmes: x1036
Kristin Garris: x1034
Heather DeNio Carskadon: x1037
Amber Freeman: x1038
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Success Story: Caleb
Caleb’s journey with Goodwill has been nothing short of inspiring. Caleb embarked on a path of skill building that illuminated his determination and kindness. Caleb’s dedication shone through every task.
“Caleb is an extremely hard worker, and he is ready to take on new responsibilities,” says his Career Coach, Meg Barry.
Hoyer receives international sustainability award
Goodwill President and CEO Jeanette Hoyer receives the prestigious Goodwill Industries International Sustainability Champion Award in recognition of her outstanding dedication to advancing sustainable practices and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship within the community.
Employee Spotlight: Kathy Krajkiewicz
For Kathy, Goodwill isn’t just a workplace — it’s her second home. Through her employment at Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Kathy has achieved the dream of homeownership. Kathy’s infectious laughter and smile illuminate every room she enters.
Kathy shares her wisdom: “Find a job and get something you like – like I have at Goodwill.”
Goodwill awarded Barrier Removal and Employment Success grant
Goodwill was recently awarded a $568,595 Barrier Removal and Employment Success (BRES) grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to provide vocational certificate training in HVAC, forklift, and customer service.
Give your time. Change a life.
Become a Goodwill VITA volunteer!
Goodwill VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteers provide free tax assistance to low- to moderate-income workers and families eligible for significant state and federal tax credits.
Make a difference! Help working people claim and keep all the refunds they are entitled to.
No accounting experience required! Volunteers receive FREE IRS training and certification.
Flexible hours! You can volunteer for day, evening, and/or Saturday hours in any of our tax-prep sites.
Call 231-722-7871, ext. 8482 for more information.
