Would you like to get more involved in community activities? Learn something new? Volunteer?
The ongoing work of JF&CS and our partner agencies provide many possibilities and opportunities. As we strive to provide our community with comprehensive services, support and practical help every day, JF&CS and our community partners are offering a multitude of programs and workshops this month for job seekers, families, community members and more.
If you are seeking additional information, resources, services or support for yourself or a loved one, please contact JF&CS at 412-422-7200 or visit our website at www.jfcspgh.org to find out how we can help.
Lecture & Panel Discussion at Rodef Shalom
Thursday, March 13
7PM
Rodef Shalom
4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15213
“When They Come for Us, We’ll Be Gone” Lecture & Panel Discussion with Award-Winning Journalist & Author, Gal Beckerman. Author of “When They Come for Us, We’ll Be Gone.” Reception to follow. Panel Moderated by Rabbi Aaron Bisno.
* 2010 Winner, National Jewish Book Award
* 2012 Winner, Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature
* The New Yorker and Washington Post: Best Book of the Year Nominee
For more information, please call Rodef Shalom at 412-621-6566 or visit click here.
WorkAble Volunteer Mentor Orientation
Friday, March 14
11AM – Noon
South Hills Interfaith Ministries
5301 Park Avenue, Bethel Park, 15102
WorkAble, a partnership of the Career Development Center (CDC) of Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Pittsburgh (JF&CS), North Hills Community Outreach (NHCO) and South Hills Interfaith Ministries (SHIM), and funded by the United Way of Allegheny County, seeks volunteers to mentor job seekers during the stressful job search process. Volunteer mentors provide emotional support as well as practical guidance on resume and cover letter writing and job search and interview skills.
Volunteer training is provided and services are free.
Registration is preferred. For more information or to register, please contact Patricia Ferraro at pmferraro@nhco.org or call 412-487-6316 opt. 2 x 3204.
Power of Positive Thinking
Monday, March 17
10:30AM – 12:30PM
The Center for Women
1620 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15217
A positive attitude improves your health and self-esteem and increases your resiliency. This new workshop provides tips to help you harness the power of positive thinking.
Led by Kelli McElhinny, Geriatric Care Manager, JF&CS
For more information or to register, call 412-421-4400 or email info@cfwpgh.org.
Unhealthy Relationships: How to Help a Friend
Monday, March 17
6PM – 7PM
The Center for Women
Most women and girls talk to their sisters, mothers and friends about their relationships, good or bad. When someone’s relationship turns south, do you know how to help? Is it always right to say, “You just need to leave?” Is it her sole responsibility to fix it? Attend this presentation and understand what resources are available for the people in your life who may be struggling. Be a part of the solution.
Led by Darla Barie, Volunteer Coordinator & Community Educator, Crisis Center North
For more information or to register, call 412-421-4400 or email info@cfwpgh.org.
WorkAble Career Fair
Thursday, March 20
9AM – Noon
Bethel Park Community Center
5151 Park Avenue, Bethel Park, 15102
The upcoming career fair will include employers from Giant Eagle, KDKA-TV/WPCW-TV, St. Clair Hospital, University of Pittsburgh, U.S. Steel and others. Individuals wishing to attend are encouraged to dress professionally, bring copies of a resume and research employers beforehand. Those wishing to attend must register in advance by calling 412-854-9120, extension 27.
Women’s Job Seeker Support Group
Monday, March 24
2PM-3:30PM
The Center for Women
This session is designed to provide emotional support to women during the job search process. Center for Women clients meet to share their stories and support each other. This group is co-facilitated by a Career Development Center Counselor and a clinical therapist. The group is open and women are welcome to drop in and attend any or all sessions of this monthly program.
Led by Bari Benjamin, LCSW, BCD, Psychotherapist, Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Pittsburgh; and Sandra Coda, CEC, GCDF, Career Consultant at the Career Development Center
For more information or to register, call 412-421-4400 or email info@cfwpgh.org.
Savvy Social Security Planning for Women
Thursday, March 27
6:30 – 8:15PM
The Center for Women
Learn about Social Security information such as: how decisions you make in your 60s can determine the amount of income you’ll have in your 80s; how to take advantage of spousal benefits, survivor benefits, divorce-spouse benefits; and more.
Led by Janet Bouma, CDFA, J. Bouma & Associates, LLC
For more information or to register, call 412-421-4400 or email info@cfwpgh.org.
The Center for Women is a joint initiative of the Jewish Women’s Foundation and the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), and partners with JF&CS to provide workshops and programs for women in the community. Workshops are made possible through:
