Stephanie didn’t just come to Goodwill for a job—she needed a fresh start. “Before Goodwill, I worked as a Home Health Care Aide,” she shares. “I loved helping people but wasn’t making enough to survive.” Determined to find stability, Stephanie connected with Good Vocations’ Project Manager, Denise Watkins, who immediately recognized her potential. Denise referred …
Lizzie was shopping at a Goodwill store in Macon and noticed a Good Vocations van dropping off workers after their shift. She asked the employee at the register where those workers came from and what had they been doing. The cashier explained they were working through Good Vocations at Robins Air Force Base. Lizzie wanted …
Clayton came to Goodwill Industries nine years ago through the local Job Connection Career Center at the encouragement of his mother. He’s since received on-the-job training and employment, with potential to advance in his work. He’s not only developed his potential in the workplace, but Clayton has also tapped into his inner strength and stamina. …
Mother certainly knew best when she encouraged her son, Christian Cobb, to apply for the Good Vocations program. Christian’s mother worked for Goodwill years ago and knew the program would be a good fit for Christian, who is hearing impaired. Christian worked with a Goodwill Career Development Specialist who assisted him with job placement and …
Jordan has been part of the Good Vocations team for more than eight years, since graduating from high school. Jordan’s parents felt confident that partnering with Goodwill would provide him with the training and tools he needed to reach his full potential. Jordon comes from a large family whom he adores. He’s also created a …
Wilbert learned about Good Vocations by attending seminars hosted by Goodwill and soon began his journey as a custodian. He was young, and full of jokes, yet had the ambition to do more. “For over a decade, I’ve watched Wilbert grow as an individual, getting promoted to supervisor and then to Special Project Manager,” said …
