Unveiling Our Impact: A Journey of Positive Change
Explore the profound influence we've had on the world through our initiatives, actions, and commitments.
Explore the profound influence we've had on the world through our initiatives, actions, and commitments.
ABOUT US
Gooluatunse is an employment agency that specializes in matching qualified candidates with the needs of potential employers. Our staff has over 100 years of experience partnering with local businesses to provide employment services for people with barriers to employment. As a vendor for the State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), the majority of these services are offered at no cost to the employer.
OUR MISSION
Build business and community partnerships that create jobs for individuals with barriers to employment.
OUR VISION
Create employment and training opportunities for individuals that want to work regardless of disability, sexual orientation, race, criminal record, or any other barriers to employment. While working with employers to develop top-down and grassroots approaches to growing their workforce.
WHO WE WORK WITH
College Students/Graduates
High School Youth
Experienced Workers
Injured Workers
College Students/Graduates
High School Youth
Experienced Workers
Injured Workers
OUR SERVICES
Here at Goolu Atunse, we offer a variety services uniquely designed to successfully match qualified candidates with employer needs. As a vendor for the State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). For job seekers who are not connected to DVR, we offer private pay options.
ABOUT THE SERVICES
FOR JOB CANDIDATES
JOB PLACEMENT
We match qualified candidates with open positions that meet employer needs.
JOB SHADOWING
Career exploration activity that allow individuals with disabilities to gain exposure and firsthand on-the-job experience.
JOB COACHING
On and off-the-job support to help increase the odds that the individual with a disability becomes successful at work.
WORK INCENTIVE BENEFITS ANALYSIS
We provide in-depth counseling about how work will impact SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and Medicare benefits.
TEMPORARY WORK PLACEMENT
DWD funded temporary paid work or internship experiences.
FOR EMPLOYERS
Assist employers in cultivating inclusive cultures and
creating sustainable recruitment strategies.
WHY HIRE A PERSON WITH DISABILITY?
They’re Fiercely Loyal
They Boost Job Morale and Corporate Culture
They Expand a Company’s Talent Pool
They Increase Diversity in the Company
They are Higher- Performing Individuals
OTHER BENEFITS
Federal & State Tax Incentives (WOTC)
Financial Incentives, Partial Wage Reimbursement
Demonstrates You Are An Equal Opportunity Employer
No Cost Job Placement Services
Pre-screened, Qualified Candidates
Reduced Recruitment and Training Costs
Reduced Employee Turnover
OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS
In addition to our core services, we offer instructor led, knowledge and activity based training programs that can be paired and customized to meet individual needs
FINANCIAL LITERACY TRAINING
Gooluatunse’s goal is to provide participants the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills designed to improve their independence. The program consists of eleven (11) modules which encompass:
You Got the Job, So What’s Next? How to complete I9/W4 and setup your direct deposit.
Bank On It. Overview of banking services, and how to open a bank account.
Check It Out. How to effectively manage your checking and savings accounts.
Budgeting. How to successfully manage your income, expenses and cash flow.
Setting Financial Goals. How to set financial goals and follow your personal spending plan.
Pay Yourself First. Overview of savings and investing options.
Borrowing Basics. How and when to use credit appropriately and what forms of credit best suit your needs.
Charge It Right. How to shop for the right credit card, and how to use it responsibly.
Paying For College and Cars. Overview of installment loans, and how to determine which are best for your needs.
A Roof Over Your Head. How to make informed choices about securing a place to live on you own.
Reporting Income to Social Security. Overview of reporting
Earnings to Social Security: methods, deadlines and amounts.
SOFT SKILLS TRAINING
In addition to technical skills, soft skills training can help job seekers clinch, maintain, or advance in a career. These skills will help individuals succeed in life no matter what they are doing. The program focuses on:
Communication Skills: How to be an effective communicator as well as a great listener.
Enthusiasm and Attitude. how to turn negative thinking into positive thinking and display and discuss enthusiasm during an interview and on the job.
Teamwork. How to lead/follow, resolve conflicts, negotiate and compromise to meet team goals.
Networking. Learn the skills of building connections to reach employment goals through contacts from friends, family members, and acquaintances.
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking. Obtain guidance through discussion and role-playing to solve a variety of workplace problems.
Professionalism. Learn resume creation, how to dress properly for work, attendance and timeliness, and appropriate use of cell phones and computers.
BASIC COMPUTER
TRAINING
Basic computer lessons assist job seekers who lack the computer skills required to explore, secure, and maintain employment, as well as perform other daily life tasks. The program consists of four (4) modules which encompass:
Basic computer operating instruction
Internet basics
Using email
Working with the Windows Operating System
MICROSOFT OFFICE
SUITE AND GOOGLE APPLICATIONS
The Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications program includes three (3) modules that teach students how to operate the following :
Microsoft Word and Google Docs
Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides
TECHNOLOGY AND APPS FOR EMPLOYMENT
The Technology and Apps for Employment program is designed to teach students how to successfully utilize technology for employment purposes. It includes two (2) modules which encompass:
Participating in virtual meetings and mobile device syncing
Leveraging social media
