Goodlife Program Manager
Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers Columbus GA
Were looking for a passionate strategic leader to manage our Goodlife Programan internal support initiative focused on family strengthening personal development and connection to life-enhancing resources. As the Goodlife Program Manager youll be the go-to advocate and connector for our team members ensuring they have access to everything from financial coaching to community resource referrals.
This role is about more than just managementits about mission-driven impact.
What Youll Do:
- Connect Team Members with Local Resources: Identify and maintain a network of resources that meet urgent short-term and long-term needs like housing childcare food transportation and counseling.
- Support Career and Personal Growth: Help team members build skills attain credentials and develop personalized educational and career pathwaysboth within and beyond Goodwill.
- Financial Empowerment: Guide team members through fundamental steps to strengthen their financial health and independence.
- Lead and Expand the Goodlife Brand: Manage program reporting promotion and growthkeeping the mission at the center of everything.
- Oversee Recognition Programs: Celebrate and recognize the hard work and progress of our team.
- Collaborate on Strategic Initiatives: Partner with our Mission Resources team to support tax prep United Way programs and grant-funded efforts.
- Be a Spokesperson & Policy Leader: Represent the program externally and internally and develop strong processes budgets and procedures to ensure sustainability.
- Maintain Confidentiality: Build trust through discretion and professionalism in all services provided.
What Were Looking For:
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelors degree preferred (or associates with strong relevant experience)
- 7 years of experience in social services workforce development or community-based programming
- Certifications in Financial Literacy Life Coaching or Education/Training preferred
- Completion or willingness to complete CLIFF training via the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
- Core Competencies:
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Ability to manage and expand programs with a mission-first mindset
- Deep understanding of public assistance programs and community resources
- Passion for empowering others and being a positive values-driven role model
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary (salaried position)
- Medical Dental and Vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with company match
- Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
Required Experience:
Manager