Jewish Family Services of Western New York

Check out this video below, to learn about how Stas Balanevsky works with JFS to cause an impact locally, and expand their current services.

Are you or someone you know thinking about a career change? We have many opportunities at JFS. To learn more about current job postings please visit https://lnkd.in/dwRcneX.

Earlier this month, JFS staff and volunteers walked a handful of interested clients to their local library branch to learn about all of the incredible resources right in their own neighborhood! Despite language barriers, volunteers were able to assist clients in applying for library cards and the library staff were able to educate the clients about the various resources they offer such as one-on-one ENL tutoring, computer access and assistance understanding bus routes. “I love the library, so it’s exciting to share my love of the library and provide clients access to such a useful community resource,” said JFS Volunteer Services Manager Emily Wirth. On top of the fantastic educational opportunity, clients were also able to mingle with each other and volunteers and bond over this shared experience!

Check out the video below to learn the story of the Dishlovyis, a Ukrainian refugee family that resettled in Buffalo, New York.

Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to JFS during Give716 Day! Your contributions go directly to our Family Support Fund and allow us to provide critical resources to our refugee families when there are emergency or extenuating circumstances that aren't planned.

Are you looking for a career that intersects your Jewish faith with the rewarding work of educating youth? If so, we encourage you to apply for either of the two open positions at the Park School of Buffalo's Kadimah Scholars program! Currently, Park is in search of a Hebrew teacher and a Judaics teacher to provide high-quality, innovative and collaborative instruction to Pre-K through 12th grade students this coming fall. The Park School of Buffalo is tucked away on 34 acres of land in Amherst and serves roughly 300 students. To learn more about the school and the above career opportunities, click the link below! #JewishBuffalo https://lnkd.in/gy7NEkQm

GIVE 716 is almost over, be sure to donate before today at 11:59 pm to help us reach our goal of $7,160 to support families with emergent needs! Visit https://lnkd.in/eZhD6yg5 to donate to JFS today!

Give 716 has begun! The first 3,000 donors that donate $71.60 or more will receive a t-shirt from Give 716. Your contributions to JFS’ Family Support Fund allows us to provide resources when there is a emergency or extenuating circumstances that aren’t planned. Our goal for this year is to raise $7,160 to support families with emergent needs. To donate please visit https://lnkd.in/eZhD6yg5

July 8, 2024, marked three years of partnership between JFS and Providence Farm Collective through Erie County Department of Social Services’ Summer Youth Employment Program. About 44 youth, ages 14-21, will embark on an 8-week long journey together at PFC this summer. Youth come from diverse cultural, and linguistic backgrounds, some born in the U.S. and from various countries such as (DRC, Tanzania, Burundi, Berma, Somali and so many more). Our TST-R team joins the youth in providing skills-based groups. Topics covered in weekly sessions include team building, cultural differences around communication, identity development, and the impact of migratory stressors on social emotional well-being. The TST-R team is looking forward to forging new and strengthening existing relationships with the youth. Beyond connecting cultures through agricultural and skills-based groups, youth will also enjoy workshops to learn mediation, business and theater skills. Additionally, youth will participate in Midsummer Youth Celebration at the PFC Farmers Market with variety activities from community vendors including community class on West African Dance and Drumming. Lastly, for our inaugural partnership with the Culinary Institute, youth will enjoy a field trip in Niagara Falls for a tour, meal preparation onsite with chefs and learn about career pathways in culinary arts. We are very grateful for all the partnerships that make it all possible to provide summer enrichment programming for our youth.

Are you or someone you know thinking about a career change? We have many opportunities at JFS. To learn more about current job postings please visit https://lnkd.in/dwRcneX.