Employment with JFS
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest employs social service professionals in various capacities.
JFS MetroWest has been helping families and individuals of all ages manage life’s challenges since 1861. JFS is the MetroWest community’s premier mental health and social service agency providing comprehensive behavioral healthcare and related social services to over 6,000 members of the Jewish and general communities in Essex, Morris, Sussex, and North Union counties.
JFS MetroWest offers a casual, flexible, and team environment where there is opportunities for development.
Job Satisfaction
JFS employees have an extremely high level of satisfaction with their work. The employee satisfaction survey shows that:
of all staff are proud to
work for JFS.
agree that senior administration cares about their ideas.
see the link between their work and organizational objectives.
Current Job Openings:
JFS has a comprehensive Volunteer Services Department serving Essex County, Morris County, and the surrounding areas creating programs where volunteers can provide meaningful services to everyone from children to older adults. The Volunteer Coordinator position functions as part of a team of other Volunteer Coordinators.
The Volunteer Services Coordinator is responsible for implementing and overseeing Shop and Drop, a volunteer-based grocery delivery program to homebound older adults in Essex County and the surrounding areas. The will also be responsible for overseeing the Friendly Visiting Caregiver Respite Program, a volunteer program to support caregivers in Essex County and the surrounding areas who are caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Use a PCTI framework to assess the needs of older adults and their families who are referred to the agency’s Volunteer Services Department.
- Screen and train volunteers to assist older adults and/or caregivers through grocery delivery and/or Friendly Visiting.
- Match volunteers with clients and/or caregivers and manage issues that arise as needed.
- Provide ongoing support with regular meetings/trainings for volunteers.
- Track and measure objectives of the program to assure that clients’ needs are being met within an online program where volunteers are expected to report their activities.
- Prepare various data for grant submission on a regular basis.
- Work closely with agency Older Adult Case Manager and the Volunteer Service Coordinator who handles in-home programming.
- Attend weekly Volunteer Services department meetings, work with the team to plan volunteer recognition events, nominate volunteers for awards, and host volunteer events such as meet-and-greets, trainings, social activities, etc.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. social work, counseling, psychology, or another human services field). MSW/LSW/LCSW preferred.
- At least one (1) year experience, either personal, volunteer, or professional, working with volunteers, older adults, and/or people with dementia/Alzheimer’s.
- Must be computer proficient, including Microsoft applications and have the ability to learn multiple volunteer tracking databases.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally.
- Familiarity with and sensitively to Jewish identity (including it’s religious, ethical, cultural, and social values).
- Work will take place in office setting and out in the community, including home visits.
Under the direct supervision of their supervisor, the GMW H/TI Clinician provides client-driven services in a timely, prompt manner within the agency practice setting, as well as on-site at the Hillel of GMW six campuses. This includes Montclair State University, New Jersey Institute of
Technology, Seton Hall University, Kean University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Rutgers Newark, and within the Greater MetroWest community, as needed. They will provide direct services and may carry responsibility for specialized services and duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide wellness assessments for Hillel and Federation Teen programs to evaluate strengths and opportunities for improvement with respect to mental health, wellness, resiliency, and self-care for adolescents and young adults.
• Provide trainings and consultations for Hillel and Federation teen staff members on mental health during normative periods as well as during periods of crisis.
• Organize and implement wellness activities into already scheduled Hillel programs to alleviate anxiety and stress and to promote wellbeing and self-care.
• Provide workshops to teens and parents on mental health and wellness topics.
• Provide individual weekly support sessions to college students.
• Provide weekly support groups for college students.
• Responsible for up-to-date record keeping and report writing, as needed.
• Collaborate with supervisor, and Director of Clinical Services if needed, regarding clinical needs of clients.
• Self-evaluate professional progress in skill development, reflective abilities, and growth objectives annually with supervisor.
• Responsible for practicing in accordance with the agency policies and procedures and the NASW code of ethics.
• Contributes ideas and suggestion to Agency policies, practices, procedures, and programs; may serve as staff representative liaison with interdepartmental and Agency Board Committees.
• Maintains active involvement in the social welfare policy as related to primary area of service responsibility, participates in professional seminars, conferences, workshops, etc., to increase professional knowledge; incorporates new developments into practice whenever appropriate;
may prepare written material for publication for own professional development, contribution to the field and enhancement of agency image, programs, or related services.
• Responsible for interpreting the Agency’s services to community groups, synagogues,organizations, and others.
Qualifications:
• Degree from an accredited Mental Health Master’s Program (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage, and Family Therapy)
• New Jersey Clinical License – LCSW, LPC, LMFT OR LSW, LAC with 2-3 years’ experience working with adolescents or college aged students.
• Practical understanding and familiarity with and sensitivity to Jewish identity and community (including its religious, ethical, cultural, and social values).
• Ability to form therapeutic relationship with clients and positive collegial relationships.
• Ability to make home visits, if required.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to apply new learning to the practice environment.
• Ability to organize and manage workload.
JFS and Rachel Coalition are seeking a motivated and ambitious law student to join our domestic violence legal department as a Summer Associate. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various facets of legal practice. Summer Associates will be actively involved in client preparation, evidence gathering, legal research, document analysis, brief writing, case support, and where feasible, court appearances. This role includes exposure to client interactions, court proceedings, fostering professional development and career insights. Through mentorship, training, and feedback sessions, Summer Associates will enhance their legal skills and explore family law and litigation within our dynamic team. This Summer Associate position is designed to provide a valuable and immersive experience for those passionate about pursuing a public interest legal career.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform client intakes, prepare clients and witnesses for trial.
- For rising 3L, litigate a domestic violence restraining order case, including all court appearances, direct examinations, cross-examinations, entry of evidence, and closing arguments, if can be accomplished within the timeframe of the position.
- Conduct legal research on specific issues, statutes, and case law.
- Draft legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Work closely with attorneys on ongoing cases and projects.
- Provide support in document review, analysis, and case preparation.
- Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and analysis of motions, legal documents, and evidence.
- Gain experience in drafting and negotiating settlement agreements.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and working towards a JD degree.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative legal environment.
- Rising 3L, preferred.
- Must be able to commute within New Jersey.
- Position is grant-funded, and the following requirements need to be fulfilled:
- Perform a public education project/task, such as participating in a webinar or workshop for the public or updating an informational brochure.
- Join the NJ Bar Association
- Attend a kick-off event (week of Memorial Day)
- Participate in any Lunch and Learn sessions arranged by NJSBF or another provider.
Physical Requirements (if any):
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties and responsibilities. While performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, listening, speaking, typing, reading, and writing.
How to Apply
Send your resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references (include names, phone numbers, and email addresses) to hr@jfsmetrowest.org
If you would like us to have your resume on file:
(973) 765-0195 or hr@jfsmetrowest.org