Making a Difference for Refugees and Immigrants
As part of the 10.27 Healing Partnership’s commemoration of the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, JFCS sponsored an opportunity on October 27 for volunteers to sort donations and create welcoming letters and posters for new immigrant and refugee families. Additionally, last month, our JFCS Refugee & Immigrant Services volunteer mentors convened to explore new strategies for enhancing support to new families, exchanging valuable knowledge and guidance.
Empowering Teens and Young Adults
JFCS Youth Services prepares youth for future academic and professional endeavors through the 412Futures program, This fall, the staff are supporting juniors and seniors with career planning, SAT preparation, and exploring college major discussions. The high school years can be a time of heightened stress and anxiety about the future. UpStreet, which provides barrier-free mental health services for youth, continues to gain recognition for its contributions to youth mental health.
High Holiday Food Drive Update
The High Holiday Food Drive is underway at the JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry. We have received 2,987 pounds of donations from individuals and groups around the city! Not only are we collecting food, but we have received donations of soap, toothpaste, paper towels, and more. Thank you to our volunteers, CJ and Jacob, for organizing food drive donations from Beth Shalom.
Create PA Training Opportunities Information Session
ain access to training opportunities that open pathways to employment in the film industry in Pittsburgh. Join JFCS Career Services- on November 21– as we virtually host recruiters from Create PA for an information and Q & A session!
Learn about training details and so much more!
As Winter Creeps closer, Find Warmth in Mindfulness Practice
Please join us- on November 21– as we combine art, mindfulness, and meditation practices. Through the practice of art and meditation, we allow ourselves to slow down, be curious, and increase regulation of the nervous system.
Join Our Team!
You will love working here! We empower our staff to grow professionally and do the work they are most passionate about. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of others, we want YOU on our team! Explore our service areas and find a job opening that matches your interests and goals.
| Together we can give the gift of warmth. Many families coming to Pittsburgh have never needed winter coats before. With your help, we can gift them coats needed to keep warm this Pittsburgh winter. We want these families to feel safe and secure as they begin their new lives here. |
Get the support you need today
JFCS is here to support you through life’s changes and challenges. Whether you’re interested in art therapy, grief support, or career help, we’ve got something for you.
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