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Connect to Care
In this economic crisis, many of us find ourselves in need of support--even those of us who never expected to need assistance. The Jewish community is here for you.
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 country at area synagogues and at our sister JCCs in Plainview, Oceanside and Cedarhurst.
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.
Linda Frank, Connect to Care Social Worker, ext. 132, lfrank@sjjcc.org
Linda provides assessments, case management, referrals and psychosocial support groups for those who are not served through our affiliates and for those who are unaffiliated.
Suzanne Feiner, Connect To Care Career Counselor, ext. 214, sfeiner@fegs.org
Lori Scollo, Connect To Care Administrator, ext. 212, lscollo@sjjcc.org
HOW YOU CAN 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 Lori Scollo at lscollo@sjjcc.org or call 516-484-1545, ext. 212.
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.
WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES
For more information or if you have any questions about workshops and classes, call 516-484-1545, ext. 212
Manage Stress and Have Fun
Walk your stress away on the grounds of the Nassau County Museum of Art.
Join Connect to Care Social Worker Linda Frank, LCSW as you reduce stress, exercise and move forward (literally and figuratively!)
- Walking is excellent stress management.
- Take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy beautiful surroundings.
This program will continue weather permitting through October.
Each Monday, 9:30am
Meet in Parking Lot of Nassau County Museum of Art
LinkedIn I (For Beginners)
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
You’ve heard all the buzz about Linked In, but what is it? Learn the basics of how to use Linked in, including a step-by-step guide to creating a profile and beginning to network online.
For active Connect to Care clients only. Limited space, pre-registration required.
at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills
Friday, August 20, 10:00am-12:00pm
For more information, contact Lori Scollo at 516-484-1545, ext. 212, lscollo@sjjcc.org
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
Networking Events, Career Fairs, and Social Engagements are all great opportunities to meet new people, exchange ideas, collaborate, generate new business and help others. This workshop will provide you with practical tips to maximize your next networking event and master the art of “working the room”.
at Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside
Wednesday, August 25, 10:00am-12:00pm
To register, click here.
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
Learn strategies to overcome age stereotypes and target age-friendly career options.
at Five Towns JCC, 207 Grove Avenue, Cedarhurst
Wednesday, September 1, 10:00am-12:00pm
To register, click here.
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
This workshop covers all basic aspects of using LinkedIn including invitations, inbox messages, profile searches and editing and managing your profile. It also reviews a few unique features such as network updates, answers, groups, job search and recommendations. You must have a profile or have attended LinkedIn I in order to attend. Limited space, pre-registration required.
at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Drive, East Hills
Monday, September 13, 10:00am–12:00pm
To register, please call Lori Scollo at 516-484-1545, ext. 212
A Spiritual Inventory of Yourself
A lively discussion of the concept
Chesbon HaNefesh
“an accounting of the soul”
presented by Rabbi Marci Bellows of Temple B’nai Torah
The High Holidays are a great time for self-reflection and reflecting on the challenges you have dealt with over the past year.
Explore the strengths and weaknesses on an emotional and spiritual level, which will ultimately allow you to determine how you can grow and evolve in the coming year.
at Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY
Tuesday, September 14, 7:00–8:30pm
To register, click here.
Networking for College Grads
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
Did you know that 80% of job openings are not advertised? Learn how to network to find hidden job opportunities and to build new relationships for your job search.
at Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court, Oceanside
Thursday, September 16, 10:00am–12:00pm
To register, click here.
Market Your Business Plan
by Michael Blattman
If you are looking to start or expand your own business this workshop is for you.
Learn how to market your business plan and navigate the road blocks to success.
- Know your audience.
- Manage your expectations.
- Understand the ongoing working relationship with investors and lenders.
at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills
Wednesday, September 22, 10:00am-12:00pm
To register, click here.
Winning Resumes
Presented by: Suzanne Feiner, F·E·G·S Employment & Career Services
Learn to write a resume that highlights your accomplishments and markets you as a results-oriented professional.
at Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview
Monday, September 27, 10:00am–12:00pm
To register, click here.
STRATEGIES FOR MOVING FORWARD
Economic Transitions Support Group
A weekly support group for coping during these tough economic times. Facilitated by Linda Frank, LCSW. For more information and to register, please call Linda Frank at 516-484-1545, ext. 132. A brief assessment is required for all participants.
at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr., East Hills
Friday, 11:00am–12:15pm
To register, contact Linda Frank at 516-484-1545, ext. 132, lfrank@sjjcc.org
Self-Esteem & Success
A women's group to learn how to improve self-esteem. Develop techniques that lead to confident, assertive behavior. Facilitated by Linda Frank, LCSW. A brief assessment is required for all participants.
at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr., East Hills
Monday, 12:15–1:30pm
To register, contact Linda Frank at 516-484-1545, ext 132, lfrank@sjjcc.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check back soon for new upcoming events!
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 (PICC) at Sid Jacobson JCC at 516-484-1545, ext. 196
Join us on our LinkedIn group!
