UPDATES FROM RYAN
Goodwill Columbus Team,
As we move into November, we have much to celebrate and be thankful for. This month marks a significant milestone in our history – our 85th anniversary! On November 20th, 1939, Reverend Charles Graham opened the first Goodwill location in Columbus on Mt. Vernon Avenue. Not many organizations can say they’ve been around for 85 years. Our longevity and success are a testament to the dedication and hard work of incredible employees like you. Thank you for being the heart and soul of Goodwill Columbus.
Celebrating Extraordinary People
On October 18th, we hosted another fantastic Extraordinary People Luncheon. This event highlighted the remarkable contributions of three outstanding employees: De’Adre, David, and LaTasha. Their stories of dedication and excellence inspire us all. We were honored to have over 350 supporters join us for this celebration, making it a truly memorable occasion. Congratulations to De’Adre, David, and LaTasha for their well-deserved recognition!
Holiday Shopping
As the holiday season approaches, don’t forget to take advantage of your 50% employee discount. It’s a great opportunity to find unique gifts and support our mission. Additionally, as you gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving, please remind them that their donated items to Goodwill help us continue our important work. Every donation makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Thank you for your continued dedication and hard work. Enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday and let’s make this November a month to remember as we celebrate our rich history and look forward to a bright future.
Best,
Ryan
Open Enrollment is here!
Open Enrollment Begins November 11, 2024 – and Ends November 24, 2024 at 11:59pm
| Options to complete open enrollment include: 1) logging in to Dayforce beginning 11/11 to complete your Open Enrollment or 2) attend one of the Open Enrollment Guided Sessions hosted at the following locations for support and additional information. All are welcome to attend any of the sessions. More educational info coming soon… |
| Site Location | Address | Guided Session Date | Time |
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| OSU – Denny Hall | 164 Annie and John Glenn Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 | 11/15/2024 | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
| Learning Center – Front Street | 605 S. Front St, Suite 110, Columbus, Ohio 43206 | 11/18/2024 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
| ODOT/ODPS | 1980 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223 | 11/19/2024 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| WCS | 6633 Doubletree Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43229 | 11/20/2024 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm |
Employee Holiday Cards are coming soon…update your personal information in Dayforce!
Let’s make sure our HR team has your correct information! Please click here to access your Dayforce account.
ICARE AWARDS ROUNDUP!
Each month we are celebrating members of the Goodwill Columbus team for their participation in the ICARE Awards. The October “See Something, Say Something” winners nominated multiple coworkers for an ICARE Award!
***Please check your email to claim your gift card!***
OCTOBER “SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING” $25 GIFT CARD WINNERS
- Jen Marie Raven
- Sylvia Horton
- Samuel Ruiz
OCTOBER ICARE NOMINEES – $25 GIFT CARD WINNERS
The following Goodwill Columbus employees were nominated for ICARE Awards in October!
Ed Schultz
Atresa Gowan
Trista Spreng
Misty Sowers
Steven Holden
Bryan Jellick
Sharhonda Walden
Lakesha Jones
Amy Lee
James Milbry
Britani Glass
Check out a few quotes describing some of our October ICARE nominees below!
Accountability: “Going above and beyond as our Pilot Project Manager. Thanks for the extra effort at Berwick.” -Ryan Burgess on Jenni Diodato
Collaboration: “Victor collaborates within the HR team and across Goodwill to develop learning opportunities from the bottom up and promotes leading the Goodwill way!” -Peggy Wible on Victor Johnson
Collaboration: “She’s just wonderful. She makes sure everyone gets their work done. If someone calls off, she makes sure that she does their work without being asked. She’s just lovable.” -Eric Burley on Robin Jones
*Monthly trivia has be replaced with the ICARE Awards Program. Participation is quick and easy! Please see the ICARE Awards section below for more information.*
ICARE Awards: Company-Wide Appreciation & Recognition Program
How it works:
- Step 1 – “See Something, Say Something”
- Notice a co-worker demonstrating an ICARE value? Recognize them with an ICARE Award card that highlights their accomplishment and give them an ICARE pin!
- Step 2 – Scan the ICARE Award QR Code for a chance to win prizes!
- By scanning the QR code and logging your nominee’s information, they are eligible to win prizes that will be distributed monthly!
Extraordinary People Luncheon
Our annual Extraordinary People Luncheon is an inspirational gathering in our community, celebrating individuals who have overcome life’s obstacles to forge their own unique paths to independence.
Congratulations to De’Adre, David, and LaTasha for their well-deserved recognition!
Tenure Recognition Ceremony
On October 10th, Goodwill Columbus recognized the valued members of our team who celebrated 5, 10, 15, 20, 25+ years of service in the second half of 2024. Employees received a certificate of recognition and a gift card to thank them for their hard work and dedication to the Goodwill Columbus mission.
Congratulations, Goodwill Columbus team!
See full list of the second half of 2024 tenure honorees below:
New Leader Onboarding “Leading the Goodwill Way”
The New Leader Onboarding Training is a permanent component of leadership training, on the last Wednesday of every month.
The training sessions cover:
- Building inclusion and belonging through empathy and effective communication
- Turning conflicts into opportunities for collaboration
- Ensuring equity in the workplace
- Developing talent to help all employees reach their highest potential
New Leader Onboarding Survey: Recently one of the people who took the New Leader Onboarding Training left this comment when they took the survey, in answer to the question What is one thing you learned that you will use:
“If you understand your team, coach for impact while using values (ICARE) along the way. You can better develop talent, manage conflict, and see what tools are needed to align with the Mission & Vision. Human Capital is your best asset in obtaining goals.”
Each month we would like to feature what you are doing to Lead the Goodwill Way. Send your stories, plans, and activities to [email protected].
GOOD PEOPLE OF GOODWILL
In honor of Goodwill Columbus’s 85th Anniversary, we will be spotlighting 85 Goodwill employees throughout the year for their hard work, dedication, and embodiment of our mission and values.
Goodwill Columbus is Hiring! Know Anyone??
Our HR team is hiring! See below for more information and spread the word about these opportunities!
Community Integration Specialist – Adult Day Services
Have you heard about our Employee Referral Program?
Refer a great candidate to our team and earn up to $250! For more information email Shawn McCloud at [email protected].
FREE Digital Skills Program!
The Digital Skills Hub are FREE one-week classes covering cybersecurity, Google applications, internet search and more!
How to Register: Click here to register
Where:
OhioMeansJobs Columbus Franklin County, Old Towne East: 1111 E. Broad Street
When:
- Tuesday/Wednesday, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Begins November 12 (2 weeks)
- Thursday/Friday, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Begins November 14 (2 weeks)
- Monday/Tuesday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Begins November 25
Contact Person:
For questions or more information, please contact Evan Garver at [email protected] or 614-583-0208.
Benefits Bites!
See below for important links from the Goodwill Columbus Benefits team:
DIRECTOR SPOTLIGHT
Amy Ooten – Support Services
Meet Amy! Amy is the new Director of Risk Management and has been at Goodwill Columbus since September. Previously, she managed corporate security for L Brands, followed by Victoria’s Secret for over 17 years.
Amy loves the passion Goodwill team members bring to work everyday and is inspired by the ways we give back to the community.
Welcome, Amy!
BIRTHDAYS
PROMOTIONS
ANNIVERSARIES
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RECENT PROMOTION
Heather Czernewski, Manager, Payroll, Accounting
Cory Westerfeld, Business Services Liaison, Workforce Development
Ganesh Katel, Direct Support Professional II, Residential Services
James Dotson, Security Officer, Retail
BEXLEY DONATION CENTER
Goodwill Columbus recently celebrated the grand opening of our newest Donation Center in Bexley, located at 524 North Cassady Avenue!
Be sure to spread the word to your family and friends!
Employee Appreciation Photos
To celebrate 85 years of Goodwill Columbus, we’re asking team members to upload work-related images for a chance to be spotlighted on our social media pages!
GWC Art Studio & Gallery Exhibit: Making Waves My Way
Be sure to check out the amazing pieces from our artists at their exhibit “Making Waves My Way” at the main Columbus Metropolitan Library, open through December 9th!
GWC HALLOWEEN ROUNDUP!
Mental Health Resources
988 is a 24/7 number you can call or text if you are experiencing:
-A mental health crisis
-Thoughts of suicide
-Problems with substance use
-Emotional stress
To chat online, visit 988Lifeline.org.
DAYFORCE
Let’s make sure Human Resources has your correct information!
Email [email protected] to let us know you’ve updated your information!
ART STUDIO & GALLERY EXHIBIT
October 4 – Dec 9
This exhibit at the main Columbus Metropolitan Library, features artists from the Goodwill Columbus Art Studio & Gallery and is a great way to highlight the amazing art program and our incredible artists!
Learn more about the Goodwill Columbus Art Studio & Gallery below!
GWC ANNIVERSARY
November 20
On November 20, 1939, Reverend Charles Graham opened the first Goodwill location in Columbus on Mt. Vernon Avenue.
Thank you to our Goodwill Columbus team for carrying on and embodying our mission for the past 85 years!
Thanksgiving
November 28
The Goodwill Columbus administrative offices will be closed Thanksgiving day and the day after Thanksgiving (Nov. 29).