JFS Employment Services

Mission

Jewish Family Service Employment Services Department assists individuals in finding and maintaining employment. Through job search programs, we empower individuals to seek gainful employment.

Programs

• The Career Services program includes job search skills workshops and consultations.
• For individuals with barriers to competitive employment, we provide additional individualized assistance in the MainStreet Opportunities program
• Celebration Company, a supportive and transitional employment program maintains best practices in building employment skills.
• The Employer Services program provides staff solution to help employers have a successful workforce and be socially responsible corporate citizens.

Fees

JFS Employment Services provides individual services on either a sliding fee scale or payment through TWC. Employer Services are provided at no charge. Tax-deductible named sponsorships and donations are available to employers.

Support for Job Seekers

• Career Counseling Sessions
• Resume Workshops and Individual Coaching
• Individual Mock Interviews
• LinkedIn and Social Media Workshops
• Local Employment Postings
• Business Introductions
• Referrals for Mental Health Counseling

For more information, or to schedule an Employment Services Intake Meeting, contact Laura Alter at 713 667 9336 or lalter@jfshouston.org.

Support for Hiring Managers and Businesses

• Assistance in filling staffing needs
• Job Postings
• Resume Screenings
• Site Visits to Discuss Hiring Opportunities
• No Fees - Tax-Deductible Donations Gratefully Accepted

The JFS Employment Program was started and is funded with a grant through the Economic Assistance Fund of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston.

Mary & Burt Kunik are proud underwriters of the JFS Employment Program

The Sam Roosth Foundation is a proud sponsor of the JFS Employment Program

The Albert & Ethel Herzstein Foundation is a proud sponsor of the JFS Employment Program