Project EM: Embracing, Empowering, Employing Our Community
Whether you’re out of a job or need to make a career change, we know that looking for work can be overwhelming. But you don’t have to go it alone thanks to Project EM and JFS. Learn more about jump-starting your employment journey today.
Define Your Needs So You Can Get Back to Work
Our employment landscape has shifted drastically from an employer’s market to a jobseeker’s market. If you are a jobseeker, you are in control, and it’s important to ask yourself certain questions as you determine a smart approach to your return to work. Read tips from our Employment Services team and learn about our new workshop, “Conversations with a Career Coach.”
The Key to Unlocking Your New Career in the New Year (Starts with Keywords)
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to find new or better employment, this post is for you! Learn from our Employment Services staff how to strengthen your career documents by adding targeted keywords.
Kristine Burrows on the Radio!
Kristine Burrows, MPH, director of our Aging Care & Connections program, was recently interviewed on KOSI 101’s No Copay Radio program. Listen as she gives an overview of JFS’s services and programs, our longstanding partnership with DRCOG, and how we are helping individuals of all ages get back into the workforce.
A Decade of Support for Mark
See how JFS has supported Mark for the last decade with care management, homemaker services, food deliveries, employment services, and more.
JFS is Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! JFS Employment Services staff are honored to get to know you and help connect you with a role that aligns with your interests, passion, skillset, and preferences. Watch a video to see how we helped Gloria, Eric, and Lisa use their talents and skills to find jobs they love!
Propelling Tammi Toward a Brighter Future
Since Tammi came to JFS for employment support in March, she has fully immersed herself in the many Employment Services and Abby’s Impact programs and classes we offer.
Helping the Community Get Back to Work - New Employment Classes Added!
We are excited to announce that we have expanded our Employment Services department! JFS is here to help whether someone is unemployed, underemployed, or looking for a career change.
Helping the Community Get Back to Work
We are excited to announce that we have expanded our Employment Services, which will become a stand-alone department on July 1! JFS is here to help whether someone is unemployed, underemployed, or looking for a career change.
Providing an Essential Lifeline for William
See how JFS Boulder supported William, a Sudanese refugee, during the pandemic.
Employment Services: Finding a Perfect Fit for Terri
Last spring, Terri Richardson left her job and was actively searching for a new opportunity. After looking on her own for a couple months, she learned about JFS’s Career Launchpad classes from a friend who had recently attended these beneficial virtual classes.
Job Candidate of the Month: Wayne
JFS offers job placement and employment services for individuals with disabilities. Each month, we will feature a Job Candidate of the Month and our first candidate is Wayne.
Abby’s Impact: Helping Keyauja Achieve Her Goals
Keyauja, a mother of two, recently completed five classes in JFS’s Abby’s Impact: Realizing Resilience program and shares how these classes helped her achieve her goals.
Cynthia Williams: From Homeless to Self-Sufficient
When Cynthia Williams first came to JFS five years ago, she was homeless and hungry. Today she has her own business and is thriving, thanks to help she received through a variety of JFS programs.
Since the COVID-19 Pandemic Started, JFS Has…
View an infographic that shows how JFS has helped the community since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
You Can Count on JFS
Read a heartfelt email our employment program coordinator received from a client two years after she last worked with her.
Client Spotlight: Jewish Family Service in a Class by Itself
We love to hear from clients who have been impacted by the care they have received. One of those clients is John, who shares his experience and gratitude.