Recovery Through Work
Posts related to employment and employment readiness
We recently hosted faculty from Clubhouse International for a comprehensive three-day accreditation visit to Gainesville. The team reviewed our policies and operations to ensure our Clubhouse continues to meet international…
Work is at the heart of our Clubhouse, and building real-world skills opens the door to lasting independence. At the GOC, computer skills, graphic design, artistic expression, and critical reasoning…
There is dignity in a job well done, and we are here to help our Members enter the workforce. Carrie comes to the GOC with the hope of working. She…
Valerie just completed her first 30 days working Alachua County Animal Resources. She loves it! Valerie’s anxiety is her significant barrier to employment. Through Clubhouse supported employment, we focus on…
Jason is officially back in the workforce, putting in over 40 hours a week at Alachua County Animal Services! This is a massive milestone, as Jason is returning to full-time…
Valerie’s journey began six years ago in Transitional Employment (TE) with GOC support. Over the years, she has worked a variety of jobs, with the GOC by her side every…
The Gainesville Opportunity Center had the opportunity to support our Members by attending a local job fair, and what a meaningful experience it was! At GOC, we believe that employment…
When our computer broke, who are the first people we turn to for help? Our Members! Windows completely corrupted and we were in for an expensive repair. Thankfully, Daniel and…
GOC representatives Brett Buell, Scott Hesch, and Rose Ann Walker recently met with City of Gainesville leadership—including City Manager Andrew Persons, HR Director Laura Graetz, and Senior Assistant City Attorney…
The Gainesville Opportunity Center Transitional Employment (TE) Program creates real job opportunities with real support. TE provides temporary, part-time positions that help Members build work stamina, confidence, and skills while…