SF Bay Goodwill

Meet Jessica Wallace, an exceptional leader who embodies Goodwill San Francisco Bay's mission. Jessica's journey of conquering addiction, rebuilding relationships, and achieving professional success has made her an inspiration to those around her. Despite a gap in her employment history due to incarceration, Jessica was determined to achieve sobriety and create a new life for herself and her son. She quickly worked her way up to Retail Store Manager through the Bridges to Work program and has since been promoted to Senior Store Manager at our Pleasant Hill location. Jessica brings positivity to her work, advocating for others and encouraging her colleagues to ask for help when needed. Her achievements comes directly from her determination to succeed and we couldn't be happier to have her on the Goodwill SF Bay team.

We’re hiring! 📢 We’re looking for passionate individuals to fill full-time and part-time positions. We have multiple roles open in retail, warehouse, and truck driving. Join our team to help us better serve our amazing shoppers and generous donors, and support our mission of providing jobs and job training programs to your neighbors in need. Apply and view open roles here: https://bit.ly/3XQoCxZ #NowHiring #JobOpportunity #SanFranciscoBayArea

Get an inside look at a Goodwill SF Bay job fair! Earlier this month we met with jobseekers at the annual Reentry Conference, hosted by the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This event provides hundreds of justice-involved people with the resources and career services they need to build a brighter future. For more information about jobs and training programs, visit https://lnkd.in/gCPn-wPR

Are you interested in getting your Google IT Support Certification? We can help you become a certified IT specialist and start your career in tech! Class starts September 24, 2024. This 4-day course is for ages 18+ and will help you learn about career opportunities in the tech industry, as well as provide you with educational and training resources like CompTIA and LinkedIn Learning. We also promise 1:1 coaching to help you build skills and plan your career in tech. Your new career awaits! Click here to sign up: https://bit.ly/3zsoYmm

As we celebrate #NationalTruckDriversWeek, we want to take a moment to honor the individuals who keep our community and organization moving forward. After facing incarceration in 2021, Valente needed a fresh start. Shortly after his release, he was hired at Goodwill. Valente’s determination paved the way for his new beginning. At Goodwill, Valente quickly embraced his role as a truck driver, drawing on his prior experience in handling heavy machinery for construction. Although he had some background in trucking, he expanded his skills at Goodwill. For instance, he found that driving our zero-emission battery electric trucks brought a unique learning curve, but Valente mastered them with enthusiasm. His daily routes, primarily to Mill Valley and occasionally to the more challenging San Rafael area, have honed his expertise, making him a dependable and skilled driver. Beyond his professional growth, Valente's dedication has profoundly impacted his personal life. Committed to his sobriety and recovery, he finds strength in the supportive atmosphere of his workplace. Valente also dedicates his time to volunteering at food banks, reflecting his desire to give back to the community. Valente’s journey is an inspiring example of how perseverance can lead to a path of success and fulfillment. We are so lucky to have him as a part of the Goodwill team. Want to learn more about how jobs at Goodwill help people like Valente? https://lnkd.in/gCPn-wPR

We are partnering with Success Centers and the Archdiocese of San Francisco at the 2024 Reentry Conference, Resource and Job Fair on Friday, September 13th at St. Mary's Cathedral. This job fair whill host dozens of organizations and second-chance employers will offer on-the-spot interviews, resume assistance, and career resources for people experiencing barriers to employment after reentry. We will have a computer lab for participants to complete online applications, plus giveaways throughout the day for career-focused items like laptop bags, professional attire, and gift cards! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gFQeVRci

Are you starting an online business? Join in on our FREE 'Selling Online' course focused on helping anyone 18+ start or improve your online business. This course will run from September 30th through October 3rd from 10 am - 2 pm at our San Francisco comprehensive job center located at 750 Post St. San Francisco. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ggkEPvvX See you there!

When Alfred moved to the Bay Area, he sought employment opportunities that aligned with his values and personal circumstances. Being disabled and visually impaired, he knew the importance of finding a workplace that could accommodate his needs. Alfred had previously worked at Goodwill and appreciated its commitment to hiring individuals with employment challenges. Remembering the organization's supportive environment, he turned to Goodwill once more. "When I moved here, I needed work. Given my degree in computer engineering technologies and my concern for the environment, Goodwill seemed like a perfect fit. They make accommodations for disabled people, and I love the idea of preventing waste by reusing and recycling old stuff." As an e-commerce associate at Goodwill, Alfred assesses the condition of donated electronics. This job requires reading tiny text and working with small tools and objects, which can be challenging for Alfred due to his vision impairment. His co-workers recognized this and custom-designed a tool to help him with his tasks, building a magnification arm that allows Alfred to zoom in on small text or parts of products that may be hard for him to see. Looking to the future, Alfred is committed to staying with Goodwill but also wishes to further his education. "I'd love to study environmental science, particularly focusing on technology and waste management. Our society produces a lot of technological waste, and I want to find ways to minimize its environmental impact." Want to learn more about e-waste recycling at Goodwill SF Bay? https://lnkd.in/gJ49siZ

Announcing a new partnership between Goodwill San Francisco Bay and Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, which will create the largest Goodwill operation in the world. We are very excited about the possibilities this partnership will bring and the opportunity for greater impact on the communities we serve.

We’re proud of our mission to provide job services that help individuals transform their lives. But what does that really look like? At a recent Resource & Job Fair in Oakland, we had the honor of assisting hundreds of people with a step toward a brighter future: 224 job seekers signed up for new opportunities 68 participants registered with the CalCRG Re-Entry Program 3 veterans found support transitioning into civilian roles 65 job applications submitted 14 individuals participated in on-the-spot screenings 7 candidates immediately advanced to interviews These numbers are more than just statistics—they represent real people taking the opportunity to better their lives. As we celebrate Labor Day, let’s remember the power of work and the difference it can make. Thank you for standing with us in our mission to empower our community. Want to learn more about careers at Goodwill SF Bay? sfgoodwill.org/careers/