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Job Description
Organization:
For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been a trusted resource and advocate for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. At Goodwill Industries of Kansas, our mission is to provide opportunities for people with disabilities and barriers to employment seeking independent and productive lives.
In partnership with Thrive Restaurant Group- a family-owned and operated hospitality company based in Wichita, Kansas. Thrive prides itself on a people-first approach, focusing on genuine hospitality, high-quality food, and strong community connections. They are dedicated to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for both guests and team members.
Also in partnership with Stand Together- a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues.
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Summary/Objective:
To encourage and guide employees of Thrive Restaurant Group in reaching levels of proficiency necessary for self-sufficiency, career advancement, and financial independence.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma required with some college preferred. Experience in the hospitality or culinary field, preferably in a restaurant setting. Experience in social services, education, or related field desired. Must pass a background check and hold a valid driver’s license.
Skills and Knowledge:
The ability to inspire and connect with individuals, motiving individuals to succeed, collect and document confidential information, detail-oriented, active listening, time management, and possess the desire and ability to serve individuals in need of guidance.
Job Proficiencies:
Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Outcome-aware, High-energy, Judgment and Problem Solving, Ethics and Trust, Written Communications, Oral Communications, Inter-Personal Communications, Conflict Management, Cooperation, Creditability, Customer Service Orientation, Integrity, Initiative, Job Knowledge, Quality, Teamwork, Accuracy, Adaptability, Dependability, Planning and Organization, Coaching, Goal Orientation/Achievement, Analytical, Computer Skills, Math Skills, Marketing, Budgeting Skills, Safety and Security.
Essential Functions:
- Maintain a flexible schedule to include possible evenings and/or weekends.
- Maintain regular office hours based on a schedule agreed to by the partnership. This may include officing at multiple locations throughout the scheduled work week.
- Assess participants’ academic and personal needs and barriers to determine appropriate support services.
- Be flexible in adapting to participant differences and support needs.
- Input, update, track and organize pertinent participant information, including (but not limited to) individuals served, services and materials provided, and goals set/reached.
- Reply to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain quality and effectiveness regarding specified outcomes.
- Participate in training, events, and activities that engage participants, prospective participants, and members of the community.
- Assist with the health, welfare and safety of all participants and employees.
- Interact appropriately with other employees and community professionals.
- Adhere to all safety policies and report violations.
- Adhere to all ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Support mission statement of Goodwill Industries of Kansas.
- Support the accessibility of services and facilities free of architectural, attitudinal, environmental, financial, communication, transportation, employment, and other barriers to person with disabilities and barriers to employment.
- Attend all meetings required of job i.e.: staff meetings, dept. meetings and safety meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription Plan - available first of month following employment
- Paytient Medical Assistance Plan - available first of month following employment
- Dental Plan with Ortho Option - available first of month following employment
- Vision Care Plan - available first of month following employment
- Flexible Spending Accounts - available first of month following employment
- Group Life and AD&D - available first of month following employment
- 401(k) Plan - available first of month following 90-days employment
- Vacation and Sick Leave - accrual begins first day of employment
- Paid Holidays
- Personal days
- Floating holiday
- Accident and critical illness
- Paid Volunteer Time Off - 8 hours per year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 20% discount at Goodwill Industries of Kansas stores
Job Location:
This position will work on site at:
3351 N. Webb Road, Wichita, KS 67226
Department: Mission Services
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position