AbilityOne

What is AbilityOne?

Providing employment opportunities to more than 45,000 people, including nearly 3,000 veterans, the AbilityOne Program is the largest source of employment for people who are blind or have other significant disabilities in the United States. The program uses the purchasing

Millions of Americans with disabilities remain underemployed and unemployed despite their desire to work. Since 1974, the U. S. Navy, Goodwill, and SourceAmerica have partnered through the AbilityOne Program to provide individuals with significant disabilities the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training, real-world work experience, and opportunity to demonstrate their abilities while earning competitive wages and benefits. It’s a business solution that makes the American Dream more accessible, and it’s one we can all feel good about.

For many, employment with the AbilityOne program at Goodwill is the first step toward learning job skills. Goodwill's case management team offers training and ongoing support to help you transition to your new work life and focus on your skills and abilities. 

Goodwill is a proud contractor for our federal government and partner of AbilityOne. Join the Goodwill team and help make a social impact because inclusion and diversity matter. Here are some  of the career opportunities available through AbilityOne and Goodwill.

Food Service
Naval Station Great Lakes
Great Lakes, IL

• Food Service Worker
• Cook
• Cashier
• Crew Leader
• Stock Clerk

BECC Administrative Services
Naval Station Great Lakes
Great Lakes, IL

• Data Entry Operator

To learn more please contact Intake:

(847) 473-7120 
Food Service & BECC Administrative Services
Great Lakes IL