WELCOME TO

Work Trans forms L ives

• Founded in 1973 – more than 40 Years of Transforming Lives!

• Nonprofit & Non-Sectarian Organization

• Who Do We Serve? San Francisco Bay Area job seekers (entry to executive level)

• How Can We Help You? We provide the tools & resources to build job search & occupational skills

• How Much Do We Charge? Most of our services are offered at no charge to you

General Information

Our Services, Resources & Programs

• Self-Guided Services & Resources

• Guided Job Search Programs

• Job Training Programs

• Additional Offerings

Access These Services & Resources:

• Technology Center*

• Job Search Skills Workshops & Resume and Cover Letter Reviews

• Computer Skills Training

• Job Search Strategy Groups

• Employer Events

• Online Resources: The Career Gateway, E-Learning & Podcasts

• Career Coaching (Fee-Based)

Self-Guided Services & Resources

JVS Welcome Session

(You Are Here)

Your Next Job

* After attending a Technology Center Enrollment Session

NOTE: If you do not have work authorization in the U.S., you are still welcome to use these services & resources. We do not give advice on immigration/work authorization issues, assist people with sponsorship or student visas, or make employer connections for those without work authorization.

Technology Center

The Technology Center is a computer lab & resource library

At the Center, you can:

• Use Microsoft Office software to work on your resume

• Build your computer skills with self-paced tutorials

• Have your resume & cover letters reviewed*

• Take part in a mock-interview*

• Have your LinkedIn profile photo taken

• Use the fax and copy machine

*Note: You must first complete Resume Essentials I, Cover Letter Essentials I & Impactful Interviewing I

NEXT STEP: Attend a Drop-in Technology Center Enrollment Session

• Wednesdays: 2:30 – 3:30 pm (Takes place after the JVS Orientation)

• Fridays: 10:30 – 11:30 am

Job Search Skills Workshops

We offer over 60 workshops every month, on topics such as:

• Job Goal Setting I & II*

• Resume & Cover Letter Essentials I*

• Impactful Interviewing*

• Developing Your Pitch

• Successful Networking Techniques

• How To Link Through LinkedIn and Beyond

• How To Find a Job Using Twitter

• Resume and Cover Letter Reviews (one-on-one feedback)

Our workshops are also offered on the Peninsula, in the East Bay and at other sites throughout San Francisco

NEXT STEP: Visit jvs.org/calendar to view all our workshops & locations

* We highly recommend beginning with our 4 Fundamentals workshops.

Register online at jvs.org/calendar

Computer Skills Training

Computer classes are typically 3 hours long & last 3 - 6 days

Computer classes include:

• Microsoft Word Basics and Intermediate

• Microsoft Excel Basics and Intermediate

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Computers 101

Advanced classes are 3 hours long & offered monthly

Advanced classes include:

• Mail Merge, Pivot Tables and Excel Formulas & Functions

NEXT STEP: Visit jvs.org/calendar and select “Computer Skills” from the “Workshop/Event Type” drop-down menu to view available classes

Register online at jvs.org/calendar

Job Search Strategy Groups

Strategy Groups are informal meetings, tailored to specific groups of job seekers looking for a safe environment to network, share tips, & work collaboratively with peer support.

Groups are facilitated by our staff. Pre-registration is not required.

Strategy Groups include:

• 50+ Job Seekers

• Professionals & Executives

NEXT STEP: Visit jvs.org/calendar and select “Job Search Strategy Groups” from the “Workshop/Event Type” drop-down menu to view available groups

Drop-in

Employer Events

Hear from local employers about trends in their industries, current job openings, and their company application processes at our “Employer Spotlights”

Recent employers include:

• Zynga, Inc.

• Microsoft

• Google

• Charles Schwab

• UCSF Medical Center

• US Bank

• UNIQLO

NEXT STEP: Visit jvs.org/calendar and select “Employer Spotlights” from the “Workshop/Event Type” drop-down menu to view available events.

Register online at jvs.org/calendar

Online Resources: The Career Gateway

The Career Gateway helps you to:

NEXT STEP: Visit gatewaytocareers.com

Online Resources: E-learning & Podcasts

E-Learning:

• Identifying Transferable Skills

• Impactful Interviewing

• Job Search Planning and more!

Podcasts:

• Your 30-Second Pitch

• Networking

• Interviewing

• Job Goal Setting

NEXT STEP: Visit jvs.org/elearning and click on “job seekers” to get to the E-learning sub-menu.

Career Coaching

If you are clarifying your career goals, planning a career transition or trying to resolve issues that are getting in the way of your career satisfaction & growth, Career Coaching can help!

Our highly trained career coaches advise in the following areas:

• Career Assessment & Planning

• Executive Job Search

• Issues at Work

• Re-Careering After 50

People usually attend around 3 to 5 sessions

Career Coaching is the only program we offer that is fee-for-service. Each session has a $100 fee -- 30% to 40% lower than what most agencies charge. Sessions are 55 minutes in length. NEXT STEP: Schedule a Career Coaching appointment online at jvs.org/coach. If you have questions or need help scheduling online, please email Phyllis Sasaki at psasaki@jvs.org or call 415.782.6213.

Guided Job Search Programs

Your Next Job

Guided Job Search Programs

• In San Francisco & On The Peninsula (Foster City & Palo Alto)

• Team-Based & One-On-One Programs

• Support For Adults With Disabilities is Available

Programs Include:

• Interviewing Labs • Resume & Cover Letter Labs • Strategy Groups • Meetings with an Employment Specialist

Intake

JVS Welcome Session

(You Are Here)

NOTE: You’re welcome to register for the 4 Job Search Fundamentals & any other workshop, today.

Guided Job Search Programs

Qualifications:

• You have a specific & realistic employment goal

• Your employment goal falls into one of the fields & industries we serve (see next slide)

• You are eligible to work in the U.S.

• You will provide us with employment information once you find work Benefits:

• Identify challenges that are hindering your job search

• Stay motivated & organized

• Build new skills & confidence

• Access program participant-only employer events

NEXT STEP: Complete the JVS welcome form and set up an intake appointment at www.jvs.org/welcome.

Note: We provide additional support for adults or youth with disabilities.

In addition to our offices in San Francisco, we have an employment specialist in Foster City and Palo Alto.

Industries & Fields We Serve

Team-Based Job Search Programs:

• Financial Services: banking, accounting

• Business Administration: people management, product management, facilities, marketing, sales

• Technology: software development, web design, IT support

• Office Administration: entry to executive-level, customer service

• Nonprofit: direct-service, management, development, volunteer management

One-on-One Job Search Programs:

• Retail/Hospitality: customer service, food services, events, security

• Healthcare: direct patient care, medical office, technician/technologist, community health worker

JobLink

JobLink supports job seekers with disabilities build the skills needed to effectively search for and obtain work.

Through JobLink you will learn:

• The steps involved in applying for a job

• Ways to think like an employer

• How to maximize your efforts by creating and targeting a marketing toolkit

• How to prepare for, execute and follow up on an interview

• Strategies for networking and informational interviewing

• Advocacy- how to talk about a disability and ask for accommodations

NEXT STEP: For more information on how to get started with JobLink please email Graham Thomas, Senior Manager of Business Sector, at gthomas@jvs.org or call 415.782.6231.

Healthcare Job Training Program

1. Learn About The Healthcare Academy: Training is offered in

healthcare occupations that are currently in demand, including: Personal Caregiver, Home Health Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant & Health Worker Administration

2. Visit bit.ly/HCAcademy for more information & program qualifications

3. Attend the Healthcare Academy Orientation

4. Register for our 4 Job Search Fundamentals or any other workshops today

JVS Welcome Session

(You Are Here)

Your Next Job

City & County of San Francisco Job Training Programs

Healthcare Academy Hospitality Academy

CityBuild Academy TechSF

For more information visit:

www.workforcedevelopmentsf.org

Additional Offerings

In addition to our many programs & services, we also offer the following:

• High School & Bridge Programs

• Jewish Community Scholarship

• Kohn Summer Intern Program

NEXT STEP: If you are interested in learning more about any of these offerings, please ask questions after the presentation.

Our Results

Job Seeker Employment Successes

Recent Job Titles

Recent Employers

Bookkeeper Public Relations Specialist Facilities Coordinator

Web Site Graphic Designer Executive Assistant Personal Caregiver

Office Manager Development Manager VP Licensing & Acquisitions

Bank of the West Lyft At-Home Caregivers

UNIQLO Gap Inc. St. Anthony Foundation

San Francisco General Hospital Facebook PG&E

2013-14 Results

• 4,000 job seekers served

• 2,600 people came to our workshops and technology center

• 1,049 jobs for JVS job seekers

• 564 employers hired our job seekers

• Average wage for adults: $24 per hour

• Workshop participant satisfaction rate: 97%

Our Funders & Donors

32%

32%

21%

8% 4% 3%

FY 2013-14

Government

Foundations

Donations

Jewish Community Federation

Jewish Community Endowment

Fund

Fees & Other

Questions?

What Are Our Hours?

Office Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Technology Center Hours: •

Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 4:45pm

Note: JVS is closed for most federal and Jewish holidays

What Are Our Fees?

With the exception of Career Coaching, we offer all of our programs & services at no charge to you

• In return, we ask that you tell us when you find employment

How does your employment information help us?

• Funders support us because we get results

Use your success to pay it forward for future job seekers:

• Hire our job seekers

• Provide informational interviews for current job seekers

• Be a guest speaker at employer events

What Are Your Next Steps?

SELF-GUIDED SERVICES & RESOURCES

Step 1: Visit jvs.org/calendar and register for workshops & events

Step 2: Attend a Technology Center Enrollment Session, if you want to use our Center

Step 3: Visit jvs.org/elearning & gatewaytocareers.com to use our online resources

GUIDED JOB SEARCH PROGRAMS

Step 1: Make an Intake Appointment

Visit jvs.org/welcome & fill out our Welcome form. After completing the form, follow the instructions to schedule an Intake appointment Bring a resume & other job search materials to your Intake appointment

Step 2: Sign up for our 4 Fundamentals Workshops

Step 3: Take advantage of our Self-Guided Services & Resources

HEALTHCARE TRAINING PROGRAMS

Step 1: Visit bit.ly/HCAcademy for more information & program qualifications

Step 2: Attend the Healthcare Academy Orientation

Stay Connected Online

www.groups/JVS-Connection-4704311

www.facebook.com/jvsbayarea

@JVSBayArea

www.yelp.com/biz/jvs-jewish-vocational-service-san-francisco

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