Goodwill of Orange County I Finding Purpose: Alex’s Perfect Match
Alex Z. was on a mission to find a workplace where he truly belonged. Despite facing numerous closed doors, he never gave up. His perseverance paid off when he discovered Goodwill of Orange County’s Project SEARCH program, which led him to an incredible opportunity at Kaiser Permanente. Project SEARCH offers non-paid internships for adults with […]
Goodwill of Orange County I Joanna’s Goodwill OC Journey
Joanna began her journey with Goodwill of Orange County two years ago after learning about the Employment First program from a local college. The Employment First program addresses barriers to employment while providing comprehensive workforce-development programs for individuals with disabilities. With a strong interest in event planning and the party supply business, she joined the […]
Goodwill of Orange County I Scott’s 30 Year Journey with Goodwill OC
Scott Simmons began his journey with Goodwill of Orange County 30 years ago. After a life-altering car accident left him without a job, Scott was uncertain about his future career path. Not long after, a woman at his church asked if he had ever considered working at Goodwill OC. To his astonishment, he was offered […]
Goodwill of Orange County I Jodean’s 30 Year Journey with Goodwill OC
When Jodean Hudson started working for Goodwill of Orange County 30 years ago, she didn’t expect to stay as long. As a 23-year-old college student, she began her journey at Goodwill OC as a Senior Employment Training Specialist for Supported Employment, Goodwill OC’s workforce development program for adults with disabilities. She quickly fell in love […]
Goodwill of Orange County | Your Donations Start The Cycle Of Good
For 100 years, your donations have fueled our mission at Goodwill of Orange County! Donating to Goodwill OC is more than just clearing out your closet or garage; it’s about making a tangible difference in our community. Who would have known your gently used clothing, housewares and electronics could hold so much power? Every dollar […]
Job Club Q&A With Floree
Today’s Job Match Q&A, we get to meet Floree! Discover how Floree’s journey as an Employment Specialist at Goodwill of Orange County has impacted her life. 1. What is your first name, where do you work, and what is your job title? My first name is Floree, and I work for the Goodwill Employment WORKS […]
Goodwill of Orange County | Beth & The Deaf Services Program
Beth Hostetler has dedicated nearly 35 years to helping the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing communities access meaningful career opportunities. She has been instrumental in providing training and skills development for thousands of individuals over the past three decades. As a Deaf individual herself, Beth knows firsthand the challenges her community faces when it comes to finding […]
Job Match Q&A With Rick
Rick serves as an E-Commerce Clerk at Goodwill of Orange County, supporting their ShopGoodwill.com’s orders and listings. Initially facing challenges reintegrating into the workforce, Rick found support through Goodwill’s Employment WORKS program. Delve into Rick’s journey back into the workforce in this Q&A session! 1) What is your first name, where do you work, and what is […]
Job Match Q&A With Danae
In this Job Match Q&A, we had the opportunity to meet Danae, a Peer Mentor at College Community Services who received support from Goodwill Employment WORKS. 1) What is your first name, where do you work, and what is your job title? My name is Danae. I work at College Community Services, a subsidiary of […]
Goodwill of Orange County | Providence St. Joseph Hospital’s Commitment to Inclusion & People
In March of 2016, Goodwill of Orange County and Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange started a powerful partnership to create a more inclusive and caring workforce in Orange County.” By joining hands, Goodwill OC and St. Joseph’s goal was to provide unique career opportunities in the healthcare industry for individuals with diverse abilities. Their […]
