Goodwill Industries of
Denver has partnered with BankWork$ to provide financial industry specific
training in the Denver metro area. BankWork$ is a free training program
for adults with barriers to employment that provides a pathway to a career in
the financial services industry and places graduates in jobs at leading local
banks. Goodwill Industries will facilitate the 8-week intensive course
at select Career Connection Centers. The curriculum provides training in the
skills needed for jobs as tellers, customer service representatives, and
personal bankers. BankWork$ also offers job interview practice, job placement
assistance, and ongoing coaching and mentoring to help with career advancement.
The program culminates in a graduation ceremony and hiring event where
representatives at local banks interview graduates.
· The
first class will be begin on August 15, 2016 at the Goodwill Career
Connection center in Aurora, CO. We will hold at least one class per quarter
thereafter, ramping up to two classes per quarter in Fall 2017.
· Graduation
ceremony and hiring event will take place on October 6, 2016.
· This
is an 8 week training course with classes held Monday, Wednesday and
Friday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Homework will be assigned.
· We
are currently accepting applications. The applicant
screening process includes, but is not limited to, a telephone interview, in
person interview, reading and writing assessments, and a criminal background
check.
· Minimum
Eligibility:
o Age 18 or Older
o High school diploma or GED
o English proficiency – bilingual a
plus!
o Reading and Math - 9th
grade level
· Partner
banks will include national, regional and community banks as well as credit
unions. Our partners will participate in the training program through
presentations and bank tours, and will interview graduates at the hiring event.
Please
contact Candice Sporhase-White at: CSporhase-White@goodwilldenver.org
or on her cell phone at 303-386-2936.
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