TASTE & TOAST 2026 HIGHLIGHTS
JVS can help you find a job and career path
We understand you may have barriers to making that happen. As a workforce development organization, we help you develop the skills and training you need to achieve your goal, whether it’s through training for a specific job, learning English, earning your GED, or learning how to craft your resume and interview to put your best foot forward.
For 85 years, we've been helping people help themselves.
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Job Skills Training
JVS offers training programs for pharmacy technicians, home health aides, and apartment maintenance technicians.
Career Services
Many people begin in our Career Services department working with career specialists to plot out a plan for the future.
Refugee Services
Our multilingual staff helps refugees gain stability in their new homeland and learn English.
Disability Services
We offer individualized assistance to adults with disabilities to enable them to fulfill their potential, contribute to society and be successful in the workplace.
GED Exam Preparation
Our classes help you earn your high school graduate equivalency diploma.
English as a Second Language
JVS offers three levels of classes to help foreign-born people learn English.
Citizenship Classes
We help Lawful Permanent Residents prepare to take the Citizenship exam and interview.
Student Loans and Grants
Through our Perlmutter Student Loan and Shapiro Grant program, JVS helps Jewish students pay for post-high school education.
SNAP
Through a partnership with NJ, JVS can offer SNAP recipients assistance with training programs. When you apply for services, let us know if you receive SNAP benefits.
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Celebrating Pharmacy Technician Day — October 20, 2026
Today, we are pleased to recognize Pharmacy Technician Day and thank pharmacy technicians for their invaluable contributions to patient care and the healthcare profession throughout the year.
Observed annually on the third Tuesday in October, Pharmacy Technician Day celebrates the important role these professionals play as members of pharmacy teams in pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.
At JVS, we recognize the pharmacy technician profession as a rewarding career opportunity for those looking to enter the healthcare field.
Our free Certified Pharmacy Technician Training Program prepares students for this career through a combination of in-person classroom instruction, hands-on externship experience, and life and career development workshops.
Taught by experienced, industry-certified instructors, class topics include pharmacy calculations, the top 200 prescribed medications, drug classifications and uses, inventory management and control, medical and pharmaceutical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, pharmacy law and ethics, drug compounding and dosage forms, and customer service in a pharmacy setting. The program also includes preparation for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCB).
Interested in learning more about our training program? Visit:
jvsnj.org/pharmacy-technician
To register your interest, please complete our Registration for Services form:
jvsnj.org/registration-for-services
#JVSNJ #PharmacyTechnicianDay #RxTechDay #PharmacyTechnician #WorkforceDevelopment
Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: Point of View (POV) From a Recruiter — How to Land The Job!
October 29 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Sharon Altman
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lj_Uy_6sTIGZMDfVKbERcQ#/registration
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #RecruiterTips #GetHired
JOIN US TODAY! Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: From Job Loss to Your Next Chapter
October 15 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Robin Merle
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qSV2pQ1JSBSlEACrdBI-wg#/registration
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #JobLoss #CareerMarketing
JVS Certified Job Skills Training Programs
Interested in a career in healthcare? The JVS Center for Economic Opportunity offers free, certified job skills training programs for six high-demand professions:
• EKG Technician
• Home Health Aide
• Medical Assistant
• Nursing Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Phlebotomy Technician
Each program is designed to prepare you for a fulfilling and respected career in the healthcare field.
All training takes place at our East Orange offices. No prior experience is needed—just your commitment to learn and grow.
While the dates of our next classes are being finalized, you can find out more about each program, and register your interest.
Explore our training programs:
jvsnj.org/job-skills-training
Register your interest:
jvsnj.org/registration-for-services
#JVSNJ #WorkforceDevelopment #JobSkillsTraining #HeathcareCareers #EastOrangeNJ
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American workforce.
The 2026 theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” honors the skills and contributions that people with disabilities bring to our workplaces, communities, and economy.
At JVS, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and contribute to society. Through our Disability Services, we provide individualized vocational rehabilitation services to adults with physical, psychological, developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities, helping them identify their strengths and pursue opportunities in the workforce.
Learn more about JVS Disability Services:
jvsnj.org/disability-services
#JVSNJ #NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #DisabilityServices #WorkforceDevelopment
Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: From Job Loss to Your Next Chapter
October 15 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Robin Merle
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qSV2pQ1JSBSlEACrdBI-wg#/registration
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #JobLoss #CareerMarketing
JOIN US TODAY! Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: Map Your Career River—Make Your Next Move!
October 1 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Bridget Thoreson
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F7tArtjyT_qdq6ZAoqeZSg#/registration
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #CareerDevelopment #Networking
Another way JVS helps businesses succeed
Many companies know JVS for customized training and workforce development. But did you know we also provide cost-effective assembly, packaging, and kitting solutions that help businesses meet customer demands without adding staff or investing in additional equipment?
Our services:
• Unit Packaging
• Kit Assembly
• Product Assembly
• Labelling
• Shrink Wrapping
• Re-Packaging
• Quality Inspection
• Special Packaging Projects
Why companies partner with JVS:
• Reduce labor and operating costs
• Expand capacity during peak periods and special projects
• Maintain quality and on-time delivery
• Avoid investing in additional equipment and staffing
• Receive exceptional customer service
When you partner with JVS, you`re not simply outsourcing a project.
Our Production Services team delivers quality service, competitive pricing, and reliable results. At the same time, these projects create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with disabilities in our community.
Let`s talk about your next project. Reach out to:
Deborah Mitchell:
(862) 704-2287
dmitchell@jvsnj.org
For more information, please visit: jvsnj.org/custom-production-services
#JVSNJ #CustomProductionServices #Packaging #Assembly #NJWorkforce
September is Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Month, a time to recognize the important work of professionals who support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence and reaching their goals.
At JVS, our Direct Support Professionals play a vital role in our Disability Services programs, helping participants identify their strengths, develop skills, prepare for employment, and pursue opportunities in the community.
From vocational rehabilitation and evaluation to school-to-career transitions, deaf and hard-of-hearing services, and job coaching, their work supports individuals as they work toward their employment goals—and supports our mission to help people help themselves.
This month, we extend our appreciation to our Direct Support Professionals for the dedication and support they provide every day. Thank you for all that you do!
To learn more about JVS Disability Services, visit: jvsnj.org/disability-services
#JVSNJ #DirectSupportProfessionals #DisabilityServices #VocationalRehabilitation #EssexCounty
Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: Map Your Career River—Make Your Next Move!
October 1 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Bridget Thoreson
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F7tArtjyT_qdq6ZAoqeZSg#/registration
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #CareerDevelopment #Networking
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