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Jack Nadel Social Services Center
Connect to Care
In these tough economic times, we all need a little help. UJA-Federation of New York’s Connect to Care of Nassau County can help you navigate your unemployment, from financial, career and legal counseling to networking, resume workshops and career training.
UJA-Federation of New York’s Connect to Care provides:
- Employment and career-transition services, including job networking opportunities and career seminars
- Financial consultation, debt counseling and budget assistance
- Legal services
- Supportive counseling and Jewish spiritual care
- UJA Federation of New York's Connect to Care services and programs are FREE. Sid Jacobson JCC is the Nassau County hub, providing services across the county at area synagogues and at our sister JCCs in Plainview, Oceanside and Cedarhurst.
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STAFF
Peggy Jaeger, Connect to Care Director, ext. 177, pjaeger@sjjcc.org
As the director of the Nassau County initiative of C2C, Peggy oversees all operations.
Audrey Dinstell, LCSW, Connect to Care Social Worker, ext. 132, adinstell@sjjcc.org
Suzanne Feiner, Connect To Care Career Counselor, ext. 214, sfeiner@fegs.org
Linda Rosen, Connect To Care Administrator, ext. 212, lrosen@sjjcc.org
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
If you would like to help those people in the community who have been affected by the economic downturn, Connect-to-Care can use your help.
If you know of any employer who is looking to hire or if you know of specific jobs that are available, please contact Suzanne Feiner, FEGS Career Services Coordinator at sfeiner@fegs.org or call 516-484-1545, ext. 214.
There is no cost to the employer.
Additionally, another way to provide support is to Volunteer with Connect-to-Care. If you have an interest in mentoring, conducting workshops, computer tutoring or anything else that would be of value to people in transition, please contact Suzanne Feiner, FEGS Career Services Coordinator at sfeiner@fegs.org or call 516-484-1545, ext. 214.
Thank you for your help.
Find more information to help job seekers on these sites:
www.linkedin.com
Join our LinkedIn Group – Nassau County UJA-Federation’s Connect to Care.Read updates about Connect to Care offerings, find information about related subject matter being offered by other organizations, and post your own comments and helpful information. (Sign up for our LinkedIn workshop to find out more about how to use LinkedIn for your job search.)
www.parnossahworksfegs.org/
FEGS is providing career services for Connect to Care. Search for jobs that are listed on ParnossahWorks. Candidates are prescreened by FEGS before they are referred to the hiring companies. ParnossahWorks also provides quick start tools including Resume Resources, Interview Skills, Networking Skills, Seminars & Events.
www.merrickjc.org/jobnetwork/index.cfm
This website provides the jobseeker with an exhaustive variety of resources to enhance their job searching efforts. Many thanks to Merrick Jewish Centre for making it available to Connect to Care.
Check back soon for more volunteer opportunities.
Closing the Deal - Preparation for Offer Lunch 'n' Learn
This workshop covers all aspects of receiving, evaluating and accepting an offer. It will provide participants with options to consider for evaluating an offer and negotiating the best deal.
Wednesday, May 23, 12:00-2:00pm
Mid Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY 11803
To register, click here.
Developing a Small Business Website
Having a website that effectively presents your message and is easy to navigate is essential for every small business.
Dick Watkins, President of New Breed Telecom, Inc. discusess the different components of a website; the process of getting a site published; and the importance of including social media components.
Wednesday, May 30, 10:00am-12:00pm
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY 11548
To register, click here.
Foreclosures and Evictions 101
Gale D. Berg, Esq. will describe the procedures and options available to homeowners when they cannot meet their financial obligation on their mortgage, including the time frame. She will also discuss what renters can do when faced with the threat of eviction.
Thursday, May 31, 10:30am–12:00pm
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY 11548
To register, click here.
The Power of Fashion in Professional Success
Cathy Berger, Founder of Fashion Societe, will discuss how to plan your choice of clothing to have a positive effect on potential employers. No matter what your budget, it is possible to put together a professional wardrobe that will help achieve the desired response from interviewers, co-workers, and clients. Participants who come to the workshop dressed for an interview can receive a critique of their professional style.
Wednesday, June 6, 10:30-11:30am
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY 11568
To register, click here.
Connect for Success
In this interactive workshop, Dr. Steven Lurie, executive coaching pioneer and author of “Connect for Success,” will help participants identify their “connecting style” and understand how their style impacts their job search and their workplace performance.
Thursday, June 14, 7:30-9:30pm
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY 11548
To register, click here.
SUPPORT FOR COPING IN THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES
Is the job search getting you down? Feeling stressed and frustrated? Need to vent? Schedule a FREE, confidential appointment with your Connect to Care social worker.
In addition, the following support groups are available to Connect to Care clients:
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY
Networking Support Group: a networking group for serious job seekers. Meets twice a month on Tuesdays from 10:00- 11:30am. A brief assessment is required for all participants. Contact Suzanne Feiner at sfeiner@fegs.org or 516-484-1545, ext. 214.
Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills, NY
In Transition Support Group: a safe and confidential space where unemployed and underemployed individuals can lend support to one another through these emotionally challenging economic times. Fridays from 11:15am–12:30pm. An initial assessment is required before attending the group. Please contact Audrey Dinstell, LCSW, at 516-484-1545, ext. 132.
JCC of the Greater Five Towns
Economic Support Group: meets every Thursday from 11:30am-12:30pm.
A prescreen/preregistration is required prior to attending. Contact Talia Rapps at talia.rapps@fivetownsjcc.org or 516-569-6733, ext. 213.
CONTACT US
Nassau County C2C
Sid Jacobson JCC
300 Forest Drive
East Hills, NY 11548
1-516-484-1545, ext. 212
connect-to-care@sjjcc.org
www.sjjcc.org
Connect to Care services in Nassau County can also be accessed by calling any of the local JCC’s and Partners in Care providers.
Friedberg JCC at 516-766-4341 ext. 170
JCC of the Greater Five Towns at 516-569-6733
Mid-Island Y JCC at 516-822-3535, ext. 383
Partners In Care (PIC) at FEGS at 516-496-7550
Partners in Community Care (PIC) at Sid Jacobson JCC at 516-484-1545, ext. 196
