After graduating from high school, where he received special services, Dan was referred to Goodwill. At first, he participated in Work Adjustment Training geared to develop good work skills, attitudes and behaviors. From there, Goodwill’s Community Employment Services staff found a job for Dan that matched his interests and his improved skills—providing groundskeeping and recycling services for a major Duluth employer.

“The job coach taught me how to do the different parts of my recycling job,” said Dan. “The hardest part was finding out where all of the rooms were and not getting lost. We made a list of room numbers and floors that I followed until I had it memorized. Now my job coach comes to check on me to make sure I’m still doing a good job.”

Dan’s co-workers describe him as dependable, committed to his job and well-liked. For the past ten years, he has continued to be employed in the community—and continues to benefit from the support of Goodwill. Dan and his wife live in Duluth.