MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries
Description
Founded in 2001, MERS Missouri Goodwill's mission is "Changing lives through the power of work." MERS Missouri Goodwill provides a variety of programs and services to help support this mission. Some of the many programs and services offered are career counseling, skills training, adult high school, education and literacy programs, employment services, and more. Our organization also provides job opportunities through the Custodial and Business Contracts Division. Those who are hired through the MERS Goodwill Custodial and Business Contracts Division become well-trained and reliable workers. MERS Goodwill is then able to better serve local businesses with services like office cleaning, snow removal, paper processing, and more. Our Retail Division offers many employment opportunities in our stores for people who may not otherwise be able to obtain employment.
Why Should You Choose MERS Goodwill for Services?
The primary focus and success of MERS Goodwill’s employment and rehabilitation programs is in our ability to prepare people for the world of work. To be successful on a job involves having sufficient self-esteem and self-confidence, meeting the challenges of one’s personal life and being able to deal with the complexities of interpersonal relationships with co-workers and supervisors, as well as being able to perform the actual work tasks. MERS Goodwill provides the opportunity to work toward the goals needed to achieve the maximum level of productivity in one’s personal life and employment. Below is a list of services we offer. Click on a service to see a description.
Programs Include:
- Autism Employment Services
- Brain Injury Employment
- General Career Service Support
- Survivor Support-ACCESS Program
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing Services
- Intellectual & Developmental Disability Services
- Education & Literacy Support
- Senior services
- SEED Program
- Technical Training
- Jewish Employment Services
- Youth Services
Other services provided through MERS Goodwill include the Supported Living Program (funded by St. Louis Office for DD Resources in St. Louis City), Pure Diversion (in partnership with St. Louis City Family Court, funded by Children’s Division) and MERS Goodwill’s Excel Center Adult High Schools in Missouri.
Where are MERS Goodwill offices located?
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
- Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Absent
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
- Teens 14 through Adults; some programs may have additional criteria.
Age
- Seniors (65+)
- Youth (13-17)
- Young Adults (18-25)
- Adults (26-64)
Disability or Chronic Health Condition
- Hearing Impairment
- Intellectual or Learning
- Neurological
- Physical
- Psychiatric/Mental Health
- Visual Impairment
- Chronic Pain
Parent Status
- Yes
Pregnancy Status
- Yes
Housing Status
- Unhoused
Foster Care Status
- Foster Care Youth
Insurance Status
- Uninsured
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
- Yes
Location(s) Served Notes
- Locations across MO and in St. Louis Metro area
State
- Missouri
- Illinois
County
- Crawford County (MO)
- Franklin County (MO)
- Jefferson County (MO)
- Lincoln County (MO)
- St. Charles County (MO)
- St. Louis City (MO)
- St. Louis County (MO)
- Warren County (MO)
- Bond County (IL)
- Calhoun County (IL)
- Clinton County (IL)
- Jersey County (IL)
- Macoupin County (IL)
- Madison County (IL)
- Monroe County (IL)
- St. Clair County (IL)
- Unknown
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
BIPOC/Black-Owned/-Led
- Yes: BIPOC are in Leadership Positions
- Yes: Black Folks are in Leadership Positions
Sexual Orientation-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Immigrant-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
- Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Other Accessibility Factors
Ways to Access Resource
- Transportation to Physical Location Not Required
- Virtual Option(s) Available
Ways to Access Resource: Notes
- MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries offers virtual education programs including digital skills training, essential work skills courses, and adult high school diploma options.
Cost
- Standard Pricing
- Free
Cost: Notes
- Please call your local office for information about costs and fees for services and programs.
Payment or Insurance Accepted Notes
- Please call your local office for information about costs and fees for services and programs.
Language Interpretation Offered
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- English
Language Interpretation Offered Notes
- English and American Sign Language
Documentation Required Notes
- Pleace call and ask about documentation required for services and programs.
Confidentiality
- Has its Own Confidentiality Policies in Place
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices Notes
- Please call your local office for all accessibility questions.
Outside Food & Drink Permitted Notes
- Please call your local office and ask about outside food policy.
Vaping Permitted
- Vaping not permitted
Cigarette Smoking Permitted
- Cigarette smoking not permitted
Alcohol Permitted
- Alcohol not permitted
Other Conditions for Accessing Resource
- Requires referral from healthcare provider
Other Conditions for Accessing Service Notes
- Referral necessity will differ depending on service and program. Please check website or call your local office for more information on getting referrals.