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    Goodwill

    Retail

    Human Services Associate

    Bridgeport, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking determined individuals with a great passion for helping others. Those with experience in Human Services or those seeking a career change are encouraged to apply for this rewarding position!

    As a Human Services Associate - ISE, you would be assisting program participants with disabilities at their place of employment by helping them maintain their jobs and become more independent in the workplace.

    What Goodwill can offer you:

    • Opportunities for career advancement
    • A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)
    • These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment
    • Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)
    • Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement
    • Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours)
    • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match
    • 50% Employee Discount
    • Anniversary Recognition Program - $50 Swag Store credit at 1 year and increasing financial awards every 5 years
    • $200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill)

    Responsibilities: 

    • Provide coaching, training, and support to participants to promote independence at their work sites.
    • Observe and report participants’ ability to engage in competitive employment and identify needs for accommodations.
    • Complete required documentation expected of Human Services Associate within the case management database system.
    • Provide transportation for participants to and from work sites as needed.

    Position Requirements:

    • Experience in the human services or related field strongly desired.
    • A high school diploma preferred.
    • Satisfactory driving record and valid CT driver's license is required
    • Daily access to a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle is required (in-state driving). Documentation will be requested.
    • First Aid and CPR are required (Goodwill can provide training after hire).
    • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

    Start your journey with Goodwill today by applying at gwct.org/about/work-here

    Is this position not right for you? We can help you find the right one at Goodwill or any other employer through our Career Centers! Receive free career assistance services from Goodwill (including Resume Builds/Revisions, Online Job Searching Coaching, Interview Skills, and more) at gwct.org/career-coaching

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Goodwill

    Goodwill Industries International is a non-profit organization that provides job training, employment services, and other community-based programs for people with disabilities, those who have been incarcerated, and others who face employment barriers.

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