September, 2017 | Goodwill Industries Suncoast

Goodwill Job Connection Hosting Recruitment Events Oct. 4 and 12

Randstad and Bluegreen at TradeWinds recruiting for multiple positions

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. – Goodwill’s Job Connection Center is hosting recruitment events on Wednesday, Oct. 4 and Thursday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. both days.

The Oct. 4 event is to recruit for manufacturing positions at Halkey Roberts and Johnson Control. Representatives of Randstad will conduct interviews at the Job Connection Center for the following positions: medical or molding machine operators and assemblers, machine operators, brazers and assembly/production positions.

The Oct. 12 event is for Bluegreen at TradeWinds. Bluegreen Vacations is seeking face-to-face vacation appointment setters, vacation sales reps and welcome center coordinators for the St. Pete Beach resort. Interested job seekers must arrive by 11 a.m. for a mandatory presentation about Bluegreen Vacations.

The Job Connection Center is inside the Goodwill store at 3365 Central Ave. (corner Central Ave. and 34^th St.), St. Petersburg. Applicants should sign in at the Job Connection Center at the back of the store. For more information call 727-321-7337.

The Job Connection Center is operated by Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to help people achieve their full potential through the dignity and power of work. The organization’s successful donated goods retail operation helps support its human services in 10 counties in West Central Florida including employment services, training and job placement for people with disabilities, a children’s literacy program, affordable apartment communities for seniors and people with disabilities, and community corrections programs. For more information, visit www.goodwill-suncoast.org.

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-29T09:09:00-04:00September 29th, 2017|

Goodwill Job Connection Hosting Recruitment Event Sept. 28

Dollar Tree recruiting for multiple positions

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. – Goodwill’s Job Connection Center is hosting a recruitment event on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Dollar Tree stores. Dollar Tree is seeking to fill multiple positions in St. Petersburg stores.

The Job Connection Center is inside the Goodwill store at 3365 Central Ave. (corner Central Ave. and 34^th St.), St. Petersburg. Applicants should sign in at the Job Connection Center at the back of the store. For more information call 727-321-7337.

The Job Connection Center is operated by Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to help people achieve their full potential through the dignity and power of work. The organization’s successful donated goods retail operation helps support its human services in 10 counties in West Central Florida including employment services, training and job placement for people with disabilities, a children’s literacy program, affordable apartment communities for seniors and people with disabilities, and community corrections programs. For more information, visit www.goodwill-suncoast.org.

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-22T15:09:14-04:00September 22nd, 2017|

Post-Irma Fashion

Heyo! We survived Irma! I hope you all fared well through Irma’s fury. Like much of Pinellas County, we had a lot of debris down but were fortunate to only lose power for less than 24 hours. Internet, however, has been a different story….

Actually, the hurricane is a good place to start. You know that handy hubby of mine loves Goodwill almost as much as I do–just maybe not for the same reasons. He loves their household goods and used tools!

The cardinal rule still applies here: ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS test out your goodies! Goodwill supplies electrical outlets in the home goods area and you are silly if you don’t test your stuff out. We’ve gotten countless small household appliances and tools over the course of the last ten years. They were also super helpful for hurricane prep! Batteries, tape, gloves, buckets…all new. Expect a post in the future about the useful stuff we’ve found.

Ah, life after Irma. I went back to work on Tuesday–a welcome distraction from my internetless home. I was REALLY excited to wear these brand new Guess heeled snakeskin sandals, can’t you tell? They were $9.96 at the Gandy store and their slightly pink undertone matched perfectly with this pale peach Merona dress, which I found new at the Oldsmar store a year or two ago. You’ve seen her before, but she remains one of my classic favorites.

Guys, I have a confession. I own no khaki. No tan. No beige.

I basically live in pencil skirts and dresses and the grand majority of them are black based. But this is Florida! And we break the white after Labor Day rule, gosh darnit, so I’m going to wear spring colors in the fall and you can’t stop me. Imagine my delight (or maybe just look at my face) when I found this brand new The Limited pencil skirt for $4.88 at the Clearwater store during their 25% off Post-Irma Sale!!! The tags had been taken off, but the slit was still stitched shut. Always check the details! I paired it with this Bealls Outlet sleeveless blouse and some suede Jessica Simpson peep toes, also from Goodwill. The best part about the skirt? Machine washable. My favorite words.

When you don’t have internet…you shop. For shoes. Duh. Thanks Irma!

From left to right:

Charles by Charles David, new at the Clearwater store: $6.96 – Retail on this brand runs between $80-$150, depending on the shoe.

White House | Black Market, very lightly used at the Clearwater store: $7.96 – Retail $100+

Steven by Steve Madden, new at the Central store: $5.96 – Retail $100-150

Steve Madden, new at the Gandy store: $7.96 – Retail around $90

Bebe, lightly used at the Gandy store: $9.96 – Retail $100-125

STOP: Guys, I broke my own rule here. ? These have a broken strap I didn’t discover until I got home! In my opinion, still worth it even with the repair. But ALWAYS CHECK YOUR GOODIES!

Aldo, new (or maybe lightly used…worn one time, on carpet) at the Gandy store: $5.96 – Retail around $90

Adriana, new (but a sole needs to be glued) at the Gandy store (with Nordstrom Rack tags): $7.96 – Retail: it’ll be a surprise when I take the tag off!

Next up: all the rest of my Post-Irma Sunshine Sale steals! Until then…Happy Hunting!

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-22T12:57:43-04:00September 22nd, 2017|

Goodwill and Red Cross Partnering to Provide Needed Items to Hurricane Irma Victims

In response to Hurricane Irma and the overwhelming generosity of the American people, the American Red Cross and Goodwill in Florida have established a partnership that will better serve Floridians affected by the hurricane during recovery efforts.

Throughout Florida, the Red Cross is part of a large team of partners that have launched a massive relief response to provide safe shelter, food and comfort to people who have been affected by the storm.

In order to help streamline the anticipated donations of clothing, shoes and household goods, the Red Cross has partnered with Goodwill Industries to accept and manage donated goods. People who would like to donate items can visit any Goodwill store or donation center throughout Florida and designate their donation to Hurricane Irma. Donated items will be sold and the proceeds will support certificates to be redeemed at Goodwill stores. The certificates will be distributed by the Red Cross in support of shelter residents and disaster relief clients impacted by Irma, allowing them to select items they want and need.

“Goodwill is grateful for the generosity of our donors and shoppers. With their support, we can provide necessary items to those affected by the hurricane,” said Bill Oakley, Florida Goodwill Association President. “This partnership shows the strength and magnitude of what collaboration can do.”

Find Goodwill locations: www.goodwill.org/donate-and-shop/donate-stuff

Monetary donations to Red Cross Irma relief efforts: www.redcross.org

Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm1-HXLC74U&feature=youtu.be

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

About the Florida Goodwill Association:

The Florida Goodwill Association is comprised of nine autonomous Goodwill Organizations, each serving the people of a multi-county region. These organizations share a common mission: To help Floridians overcome barriers to employment and become self-sufficient. Through Goodwill’s services, more than 223,000 people were served in 2016 with a total economic impact of over $1.6 billion across the state. We provide employment, job training, and other community-based programs. At Goodwill, we believe that work creates the economic energy that builds strong families and vibrant communities. Work builds self-confidence, relationships, and independence. Everyone deserves a chance to have those things in life. Goodwill provides that chance. There are 225 Goodwill retail stores across the state of Florida with more than 10,000 employees.

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-20T14:02:49-04:00September 20th, 2017|

Totality Awesome!

Hi Friends! Sorry it’s been some time since you’ve heard from me! I’ve done lots of things in my absence, but traveling to South Carolina to see the total eclipse was by far the coolest thing. It’s not Goodwill related (trust me….pretty much everything else in the suitcase was!) but I thought I’d share a selfie from a moment during totality. If you can ever travel to see totality…do it!

Sadly, after the trip ended I had to come back to reality. Luckily I had a closet full of cute work clothes to keep my spirits up! Remember that little red Nine West peplum? She had her time to shine and she did not disappoint! The Color of the Week is going to be my (widely known) secret to finding boutique items for even less from now on. Remember, the Color of the Week is 50% off of the tagged price, making this brand new dress just under $5!

I’ve had this next look in my closet for quite some time, but due to weight fluctuations (this is real life, people!) the skirt hasn’t come out in a while. When she did, I got lots of compliments on how colorful and cheery I looked! The skirt is New York & Company and was bought from the regular priced rack a few years ago for less than $6 and the shirt is not a recognizable brand, but has held up really well over the years! The suede shoes are from Steve Madden and were only lightly used when I found them.

I’ll end this post with a laugh from my “Goodwill Oddities” collection. You just never, ever know when you’ll need a raccoon lamp or a turkey lamp…but when you find yourself in need, you know where to go!

Happy Hunting, friends!!

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-05T17:50:58-04:00September 5th, 2017|

Goodwill Job Connection Hosting Recruitment Event Sept. 14

Bluegreen at TradeWinds recruiting for multiple positions

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. – Goodwill’s Job Connection Center is hosting a recruitment event on Thursday, Sept. 14, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for Bluegreen at TradeWinds. Bluegreen Vacations is seeking face-to-face vacation appointment setters, vacation sales reps and welcome center coordinators for the St. Pete Beach resort. Interested job seekers must arrive by 11 a.m. for a mandatory presentation about Bluegreen Vacations.

The Job Connection Center is inside the Goodwill store at 3365 Central Ave., St. Petersburg (corner of Central Ave. and 34th St.). Applicants should sign in at the Job Connection Center at the back of the store. For more information, call 727-321-7337 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/st-pete-job-connections-hiring-event-tickets-36486308531

The Job Connection Center is operated by Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to help people achieve their full potential through the dignity and power of work. The organization’s successful donated goods retail operation helps support its human services in 10 counties in West Central Florida including employment services, training and job placement for people with disabilities, a children’s literacy program, affordable apartment communities for seniors and people with disabilities, and community corrections programs. For more information, visit www.goodwill-suncoast.org.

Goodwill-Suncoast2017-09-05T14:17:22-04:00September 5th, 2017|