Helping people prepare for, find, and keep good jobs is what Goodwill is about.
people were provided workforce development and support services in 2023
people placed into competitive jobs in the community
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GREETINGS from Your HR Team
We hope this week’s newsletter finds you well and enjoying summer! As you begin engaging in normal activities like HAIRCUTS (whew!) and eating out, think about your friends and family who might still be staying in. Check in with them and ask how you can help. They may enjoy some carry out from your favorite restaurant! All kindness matters!
Send Home or Not to Send Home
There have been many questions around the third question on the daily wellness check.
Daily Wellness Check Question: “Have you had close contact with anyone who was diagnosed with COVID-19 or been instructed to self-quarantine within the last 14 days?”
Clarification: The CDC defines direct or close contact as “less than 6 feet for a prolonged period of time (15 or more minutes)”
If you answer “YES” to this question and have been sent home, before returning to work, you must do one of the following: provide a negative test result or self-quarantine for a period of 14 days whichever comes first.
Remember that GIWM offers 5 additional days of ETO for doctor mandated quarantine or a positive COVID-19 result. Medical proof is required to receive this additional time off. Talk to HR with any additional questions.
Joke of the Week:
Q: What do you call a factory that sells good products?
A: A satisfactory
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Provides Digital Mental Health Services to All Members
In response to the need to broad mental health and resiliency services due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BCBSM partnered with Livongo to empower our members to live better, healthier lives. This partnership includes resources for managing heightened stress and uncertainty brought on by the current COVID-19 threat. The new COVID-19 and Mental Wellness resources are available through December 31, 2020, at no cost.
Extension of No-Cost Covid-19 Treatment Through 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network will provide their members no-cost treatment for COVID-19 disease through Dec. 31, 2020. Members have not had to pay cost sharing for treatment – in the form of copays, deductibles and coinsurance – since March and now will have the security of no-cost treatment through the end of the year. The cost share waivers apply to members in fully insured commercial PPO and HMO (this is Goodwill) plans, as well as individuals in fully insured Medicare Advantage plans.
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.
