Our staff understands the challenges and offers a supportive environment. The reentry program provides assistance in:
- Transitional Employment Opportunity (TEO) program.
- 16-week paid job training program.
- Employability assessment.
- Barrier assessment and removal strategies.
- Job readiness skills.
- Career Readiness Certification.
- Career planning.
- Letter of explanation development.
- Job search and resume assistance.
- Access to community support services.
Individuals interested in enrolling in the Transitional Employment Opportunity (TEO) program should complete our interest form.
Contact us at 877-372-5151 or TEO@GoodwillAR.org to make an appointment with one of our reentry program specialists.
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Ashley’s Story
We all know Goodwill champions second chances in many ways…second chances for clothes and household goods but most of all, for people. For Ashley Bonilla, it looked like a forklift certification, crucial computer and job-seeking skills, financial management, tools to rebuild healthy relationships, and most importantly being reunited with her five children.
After facing incarceration and struggling to find her footing, Ashley found a lifeline and a new sense of purpose in our TEO program in fall 2023. “Goodwill really empowered me and motivated me in ways that I’d never been before. They celebrated each of my successes along my journey.”
But Ashley’s path wasn’t without setbacks. Even after nearly completing the program, she faced a relapse that threatened to undo her progress. Yet, with the unwavering support of her Goodwill TEO specialist, Ashley persevered. As of the first of December, Ashley has been a full-time forklift driver at the Little Rock GRC for one year. More importantly, she has been reunited with all her children in their own apartment.
Ashley is just one of many powerful reminders for us to take note of the difference we make each and every day. Let us all be mindful, encourage each other and be motivated by our mission to change lives and the impact we have in our communities.
