Did You Know…? The food pyramid is old news! The USDA now uses a tool called MyPlate as a guide to achieving well-balanced nutrition. According to the USDA, “it’s important to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy and fortified soy alternatives. Choose options for meals,…Read More
Career Counseling: A Career Counselor’s Approach
Career counseling is a complex process with many moving parts, as is the job search. Tailoring resumes and cover letters to better help the client’s audience understand their value proposition, enhancing digital brand, applying online, networking, assistance with interview preparation, salary and offer negotiation are all common themes within the…Read More
IWP Helps Immigrants Prepare for Work in America
The Immigrant Workforce Program (IWP) targets foreign born, professional, adult job seekers. The majority of our Fall 2020 IWP cohort consisted of individuals seeking professional roles in the healthcare sector, many of whom have had experience working in the healthcare field in their native countries. Our 19 participants represented 14…Read More
Benefits of Providing Outplacement Services
At JFCS, we’re proud to have experienced outplacement staff who have been working in the industry for over 20 years. During that time, they have seen first-hand the many benefits that outplacement or “career transition” services provide to both departing employees and employers. Here are just a few of the…Read More