Mount Pleasant, Iowa — Community members, Chamber of Commerce representatives, and Goodwill staff gathered this week to celebrate the grand opening of the Helms Career Center, a new resource hub aimed at helping individuals build job skills and find meaningful employment.
The ribbon cutting ceremony marked the launch of the center, located within the Goodwill facility in Mount Pleasant. The center is named in honor of Dr. Bradley Helms, the organization’s founder, who championed self-sufficiency and lifelong learning.
“This is very exciting,” said Amy Winslow, Career Services & Development Manager. “We call this the Helms Career Center, and it’s named after Dr. Helms, who believed we should help people help themselves by giving them the skills they need to find work and support their families. That still aligns with our mission today—to help people reach their full potential through education, training, and the power of work.”
The Helms Career Center offers a wide range of free services, open to all community members, with no eligibility requirements.
Services include:
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Resume writing assistance
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Interview tips and mock interviews
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Job search guidance
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Courses in Microsoft Office and artificial intelligence
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Industry-recognized certifications
“This center is here for high school students looking for their first job, or someone who hasn’t worked in a while and is ready for a new opportunity,” Winslow added. “It’s all possible thanks to the community’s support of our retail stores and donations.”
Emmy Thompson will staff the center and provide one-on-one assistance during the following hours:
Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The celebration concluded with a cheerful ribbon cutting, applause, and photo opportunities with attendees and staff.
For more information or to access services, visit the Helms Career Center inside the Goodwill Mount Pleasant location during posted hours.