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HEADQUARTERS: 1845 Walnut Street, 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103TEL: 215.854.1800 FAX: 215.854.1880 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jevshumanservices.org
7th Edition: Published October 2016
To request additional copies of the JEVS Human Services Guide to Services,email your request to [email protected] or call 215.854.1800.Pages can also be downloaded from our website at:www.jevshumanservices.org/guide-to-services
Did you know that JEVS Human Services offers these and many moreservices? Our new Guide to Services can help you easily find the programsand services you are looking for.
One of the largest, private nonprofit organizations in the Delaware Valley,JEVS Human Services “makes hope happen” for more than 35,000 individuals annually.
Founded in 1941, JEVS Human Services helps people from all walks of lifeovercome quality of life challenges by focusing on individuals with physical,intellectual/developmental, and emotional challenges as well as those facing adverse socio-economic conditions, such as the unemployed and the underemployed.
With an annual budget of nearly $92.5 million and operating more than 30 successful programs, JEVS Human Services and its affiliates assist theindividuals we serve through:
• Adult Residential & Day Services• Employment for People with Disabilities• In-Home Personal Assistance• Job Readiness & Career Services• Skills Training/Education• Substance Abuse Treatment• Youth & Young Adult Services
Are you looking for a job, new skills or to earn you GED®?
Are you wondering what community living or employmentoptions are available for a loved one with a disability?
Do you or does someone you know need personal careservices or other in-home supports?
What is JEVS Human Services?
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How do I use this Guide?
This Guide to Services is a reference tool to assist you in finding a JEVSHuman Services program that fits your needs or the needs of a friend orfamily member. It also helps those in referral positions find an appropriateservice that could make a difference in the life of a client or constituent. In addition, this Guide is also an excellent resource for employers seekingto recruit employees, train current employees, or refer an employee to oneof our many programs.
What are the Quick Reference Pages?In order to make the information contained in this Guide easy to find weincluded three “Quick Reference” pages. These pages offer different waysin which to find the programs and services you are looking for within this Guide.
Quick Reference 1-What do we do? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiA list of services organized by categories
Quick Reference 2-Whom do we serve? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ivAn overview of which program(s) best serve specific individuals
Quick Reference 3-Where are we? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v, viAn alphabetical list of programs with addresses and phone numbers
What will I find on the other pages in the Guide?Each page gives a brief overview of a JEVS Human Services program,with details about service options, eligibility, enrollment, cost,location(s), whom to contact for more information or to enroll, and other languages spoken in addition to English.
We hope you will find our Guide to Services helpful and will join the more than 35,000 individuals each year who find the assistance they need at JEVS Human Services. For more details and up-to-the-minuteinformation about our services, be sure to check out our website atwww.jevshumanservices.org or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,LinkedIn and YouTube.
Adult Residential & Day Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Day Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Family Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6In-Home Supports and Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5, 8, 9, 30
Employment, Internships, Volunteering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii
In-Home Personal Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 12-14, 34Financial Management Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12In-Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4JEVS at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Nursing Home Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Supports Coordination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Job Readiness & Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18, 19Career Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17, 19Career Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18, 19Job Readiness/Placement Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-18, 19
Services to Employers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii, 21 Career Assessment Tools/Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Customized Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viiiStaffing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Skills Training/Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-25, 32Building Trades and Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Job Readiness for Inmates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 25Property Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Substance Abuse Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Veterans Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 24Financial Management Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Skills Training/Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Vocational Rehabilitation and Recovery Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 10, 11Job Placement and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11Mental Health Recovery Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Pre-Vocational Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Vocational Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Welfare-to-Work Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 22Case Management/Job Readiness/Placement Asistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 22
Youth & Young Adult Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii, 17, 20, 27-33GED® Test Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Internships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii, 17, 31Life Skills Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 28, 29Postsecondary Education Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 31
Quick Reference 1 - What do we do?
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Quick Reference 2 - Whom do we serve?
JEVS Human Services provides opportunities for individuals from all walks of life. Please usethis list to locate programs that assist the specific groups represented below (not inclusive).
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Individuals Struggling withAddiction
Individuals withIntellectual/DevelopmentalDisabilities
Employers
People Living with HIV/AIDS
Inmates, Offenders
Jewish Community
Individuals with Mental Illness
Military Veterans
Non-English Speaking
Individuals withPhysical Disabilities
Individuals ReceivingPublic Assistance (TANF)
Refugees, Asylees
Seniors, Elderly
Services for theUnemployed,Underemployed,Career Changers
Youth, Young Adults, Out-of-school, At-risk
Achievement through Counseling and Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Community Collaborative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Community Living and Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 30hireAbility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Project Success. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Customized Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viiiStaffing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viiiVocational Research Institute (VRI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Achievement through Counseling and Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Program for Offenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25The Choice is Yours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20New Leash on Life USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Career Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Community Living and Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 9, 30hireAbility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Mental Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 7
Orleans Technical College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Achievement through Counseling and Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Center for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Financial Management Services (FMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12JEVS at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Supports Coordination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14Work Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Community Living and Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Financial Management Services (FMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12hireAbility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10JEVS at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Supports Coordination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14
PA CareerLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Work Ready. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Center for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Career Solutions for 55+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15JEVS at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Career Solutions for 55+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Career Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 17Center for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Orleans Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Vocational Research Institute (VRI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Career Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 27Center for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Community Living and Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 8, 30E3 Power Center City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Kitchen Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Orleans Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Preparing for, Attaining and Sustaining Success (PASS). . . . . . . .31Project Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Project WOW (World of Work) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Student Transition Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33The Choice is Yours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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JEVS Headquarters1845 Walnut Street, 7th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215.854.1800_________________________________________________________________________________
Achievement through Counseling and Treatment (ACT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265820 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 215.276.84001745 North Fourth Street • Philadelphia, PA 19122 • 215.236.0100Career Solutions for 55+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 PA CareerLink at Suburban Station • 1617 JFK Boulevard, 2nd Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103267.647.7137
Career Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 172100 Arch Street, 4th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215.854.18742770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.854.18741301 Springdale Road • Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 • 856.673.2502
Career Strategies Youth Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271520 Locust Street, 11th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 215.854.1872
Center for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181845 Walnut Street, 7th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215.728.42102770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.728.4210Delaware County Assistance Office • 845 Main Street • Darby, PA 19023 • 215.728.4210
Community Collaborative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1330 West Chelten Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19144 • 215.844.7700
Community Living and Home Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9Community Homes, Community Residential Rehabilitation Services, In-Home Supports,Integrated Health and Wellness, Lifesharing, Road 2 Recovery/CIRC, Supported IndependentLiving, Tikvah Residence9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 267.350.8600
E3 Power Center City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28112 North Broad Street, 12th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 267.238.3180
Financial Management Services (FMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121845 Walnut Street, 7th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 267.298.1364P.O. Box 1594 • Wilmington, DE 19899 • 800.610.7910
hireAbility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Camden County College • P.O. Box 200 • College Drive • Blackwood, NJ 08012 • 856.374.4921
Kitchen Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291415 North Broad Street • Philadelphia, PA 19122 • 215.574.9194 ext. 213
New Leash on Life USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Philadelphia Department of Prisons-Alternative & Special Detention8101 State Road • Philadelphia, PA 19136 • 215.728.4470
Nursing Home Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.728.4435
Orleans Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.728.4700
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PA CareerLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19PA CareerLink at Suburban Station • 1617 JFK Boulevard, 2nd Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103215.557.8592
Philadelphia Independence Network (PIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 113 North Essex Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072 • 484.278.4812
Preparing for, Attaining and Sustaining Success (PASS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311520 Locust Street, 11th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 215.854.1858
Program for Offenders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center • 8301 State Road • Philadelphia, PA 19136 • 215.685.7114
Project Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 267.350.8600
Project WOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.728.4707
Student Transition Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331520 Locust Street, 11th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 215.854.1880
Supports Coordination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215.728.4435
The Choice is Yours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20112 North Broad Street, 3rd Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 267.238.3929
Vocational Research Institute (VRI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211845 Walnut Street, Suite 660 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215.875.7387
Work Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22112 North Broad Street, 10th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 267.238.3100
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Affiliate Program:JEVS at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349350 Ashton Road, Suite 102 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 267.298.1325
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Opportunities & Resources at JEVS
EmploymentJEVS Human Services is an equal opportunity employer offering a diverse, challenging, and excitingwork environment in which the contributions of all are valued. Through our broad array of programs(described in this Guide), JEVS offers employment opportunities in management, professional andclinical, direct service, and administrative and support positions in a variety of fields:
• skills training • job readiness and career services • vocational rehabilitation• recovery services • adult residential and day services • in-home personal assistance
Contact/To Apply• Applicants can find current job openings and apply online at www.jevshumanservices.org/careers
InternshipsJEVS welcomes students who are looking to gain a fulfilling, on-the-job training experience in a top-quality, non-profit setting. It could be in one of our programs described in this Guide or in oneof our administrative support departments (i.e. human resources, communications/marketing,information technology, finance/accounting, fundraising/business development). Supervisedinternship opportunities are available to college or university students working toward associate,bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degrees. Enrollment is open throughout the year. Summerinternships are available for high school and college students through our Career Strategies program (see page 17).
Contact/To Apply Email your résumé and letter of intent to [email protected].
VolunteeringJEVS provides opportunities for volunteers to engage in meaningful experiences, while helpingour clients—directly or indirectly—achieve their personal or employment goals. Volunteers areneeded to share their skills, knowledge, and diverse backgrounds in programs described in thisGuide, on program advisory boards, and on the JEVS Board of Directors.
Contact TEL: 215.854.1827 EMAIL: [email protected]
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Our Services to Employers
Staffing ServicesSince 1941, JEVS Human Services has provided qualified employees to thousands of companiesand organizations throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Our experience helps us turnstaffing challenges into solutions. By helping to fill employee recruitment needs and enhance the skills and abilities of your current employees, we bolster your business with motivated, fully prepared, and well-trained workers who meet job demands. JEVS’ clients and program participants become major contributors to the success of your company.
JEVS is dedicated to providing unmatchable customer service at no charge to the employer. We prepare people at all levels of employment to fill positions within your business, and you can be assured that employees referred by JEVS are screened to match your needs.
ContactTEL: 215.854.1799EMAIL: [email protected]
Customized TrainingJEVS offers a comprehensive range of training resources for businesses and non-profit organizationsdesigned to maximize employee performance and ensure success.
Services • Assessment of needs and creation of customized training programs focused on enhancing employee performance
• Customer service training based on nationally approved skill standards
• Development and delivery of training in essential workplace skills including communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and coaching
• Development and delivery of training to bridge the technical skills gap; specializing in construction trades
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your company’s requirements and trainingat your facility or ours
ContactTEL: 215.854.1799EMAIL: [email protected]
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Community CollaborativeOffers a full range of adult day services and a seniors’ program to providesocial activities, social skills training, and community involvement to adultswith intellectual disabilities.
Services • Individual plans according to interestsand needs
• Community involvement/integration
• Recreational activities
• Trips to entertainment, sporting, and cultural events in Philadelphia region
• Social interaction, relationship building, and social/emotional adjustment
• Age-appropriate activities for seniors age 55 or older
• Transportation provided for community activities
Eligibility • Must be age 21 or over with an intellectual disability
Enrollment • Call Community Collaborative for information
CostNo cost to those who are eligible
Location330 West Chelten AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 215.844.7700
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Community HomesAllows individuals with intellectual disabilities to live with independence and dignity. Experienced and caring staff provide specialized 24-hour support for one,but no more than three, individuals per residence. The 21 Community Homes promote each individual’s interests and abilities, with an emphasis on communityinvolvement, stability, and maintaining important ties to family and loved ones.
Services • Supports individuals to achieve their fullpotential and independence
• Maintains and strengthens relationshipswith friends and families
• Actively supports engagement with the community—providing support for individuals to serve as volunteers; to engage in religious, cultural and socialactivities; to use public transportation; to patronize local businesses; and toenjoy trips and vacations
• Provides excellent direct support to ensure that the individual remains safe in a family-style home
Eligibility • Individuals age 18 or older with an intellectual disability and who areMedicaid waiver-approved
Enrollment • All admissions referred throughIntellectual disAbilities Services inPhiladelphia, the Montgomery CountyOffice of Intellectual Disabilities andBehavioral Health, or the PennsylvaniaState Office of Developmental Programs
• Contact Community Living and HomeSupports for information
CostRoom and board charge isbased on a review of the individual’s income includingSocial Security andSupplemental Security Income(SSI)
LocationsCurrently JEVS HumanServices operates 17 community homes in theNortheast, Frankford and Mt. Airy sections ofPhiladelphia and 4 homes inMontgomery County
Central Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Central Office HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Community Residential Rehabilitation ServicesCommunity homes are provided for one to six people with a behavioral health diagnosis. With a focus on recovery, the staff provides individuals with the support and training needed to participate in and prepare for everyday life in the community.
Services • Individualized life skills training in such areas as money and medication management, housekeeping, personal care,cooking, and use of public transportation
• Actively encourages engagement in community activities, including shopping,bowling, trips to the movies, and regularvisits to religious and cultural activities
• Support is provided to plan vacations
• Transportation to shopping, day programs,employment, appointments and visits
• Coordination of medical care
Eligibility • Must be age 18 or older with a primarydiagnosis of mental illness
Enrollment • Contact Community Living and Home Supports for information
CostRoom and board charge isbased on a review of the individual’s income from SocialSecurity and SupplementalSecurity Income (SSI)
LocationsCurrently JEVS operates six homes in the Mt. Airy and Germantown sections of Philadelphia
Central Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Central Office HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: [email protected]
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In-Home SupportsAllows adults with intellectual disabilities to live in the comfort of their own homes and maintain their independence with the support of committed caregivers. Individuals are supported and encouraged to make their ownchoices, develop new abilities, and cultivate their special talents in their homesand communities.
Services • Customized services and supportsdesigned to respond to the needs of theindividual
• Shopping, cleaning and grooming
• Financial counseling, money management
• Access to medical appointments
• Help and support for individuals to connect with others in their natural surroundings, to integrate into their communities and participate in activitiesin the community
Eligibility • Adults and young adults living in their ownhomes that need assistance to continue tolive independently
• Must be approved for Medicaid waiver orhave other funding commitment, or payprivately
Enrollment • Contact In-Home Supports for information
CostFunding for eligible participants is availablethrough the Pennsylvania StateWaiver Program; if ineligiblefor funding, inquire about aprivate-pay fee
LocationCentral Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Office HoursMonday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:[email protected]
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Integrated Health and WellnessA mobile psychiatric rehabilitation program that enables adults with mental illness tolive independently in their community with support. Individuals benefit from apartmentliving, are able to age in place in a community setting that is nurturing and providespsychiatric stability, social competencies and personal adjustment. Services are flexible and tailored to each person’s unique desires and needs.
Services • JEVS employees provide a variety of supports based on individual needs
• The wellness nurse and medical resourcespecialist provide health-skill-buildingand health supports which integrate thephysical, mental, and spiritual well-beingof the individuals
• Participation in community activities, volunteerism and events
• Quarterly assessment by a psychiatristand nurse-facilitated medication management
• JEVS will design an individual plan foreach participant which may include:– Tennant/landlord supportive services – Natural supports in the community– Independent living supports– Representative payee support– Assistive technology support– Employer/employee support
Eligibility • Persons who are age 18 years or older,diagnosed with a serious mental illnesswho exhibit moderate to severe functionalimpairment, who have demonstrated theability to live independently with support,and who reside in Philadelphia County.
Enrollment • Referrals can be made from any sourceincluding self-referrals. However, referralsfor services can only be accepted by TheDepartment of Behavioral Health andIntellectual disAbilities Services
CostFree to those who qualifythrough the Department ofBehavioral Health SecurityIncome (SSI)
LocationCentral Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Office HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:[email protected]
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Lifesharing Allows individuals with intellectual disabilities to live with the support of a loving and caring family within the community. Individuals are encouraged tobuild relationships with new families while maintaining strong ties to theirfamily of origin.
Services • Design and implementation of person- centered plans according to individualneeds and desires
• Socialization via recreational, work, andcommunity involvement
• Therapeutic and health care supports
Eligibility • Adults or young adults with an intellectualdisability and Medicaid waiver approval
Enrollment • All admissions referred throughIntellectual disAbilities Services inPhiladelphia, the Montgomery CountyOffice of Intellectual Disabilities andBehavioral Health, or the PennsylvaniaState Office of Developmental Programs
• Contact Lifesharing for information
CostRoom and board charge isbased on a review of the individual's income includingSocial Security andSupplemental Security Income(SSI)
LocationsCurrently JEVS provides Lifesharing services to 35 peoplethroughout Philadelphia andMontgomery counties
Central Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Road 2 Recovery/Community Integrated Recovery Center (CIRC)Assists individuals with a serious mental illness by promoting wellness, socialization, independence, community integration, education and employment to help participants achieve their plan for recovery.
Adult Residential & Day Services
CostNo cost for those who qualifyfor funding as detailed to theleft; a sliding fee scale forthose who are not covered byone of these funding options
Location9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:
Services • Career exploration and employment volunteeropportunities
• Assistance to develop natural supports andusing community resources
• Travel training
• Psycho-education groups
• Evidence-based practices, including IllnessManagement and Recovery/Happy HealthyLives (IMR/HHL), Wellness Recovery ActionPlan (WRAP), and Cognitive EnhancementTherapy (CET)
• Psychiatric treatment, including medication management
• Bereavement/grief/loss support
• Support from Certified Peer Specialists
• Skills training such as coping skills, socialization skills and life skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making skill development
• Effective communication skills
• JEVS fit gym and healthy eating/cooking skills
Eligibility • Philadelphia County residents who have amental illness and meet PhiladelphiaCounty Office of Behavioral Health eligibility requirements; must qualify forfunding from Community Behavioral Health
Enrollment • Contact Road 2 Recovery Programs forinformation
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Services • Up to 30 hours a week of customized services and supports designed to respondto the needs of the individual
• Independent living skills - shopping, cleaning, grooming and money, medicationand time management
• Participation in community activities,recreation
• Assistance to medical appointments
• Help and support for individuals to connectwith others in their natural surroundingsor to integrate into their communities
• Provide assistance with choosing, acquiringand maintaining a job
Eligibility • Individuals age 18 or older with an intellectual disability or behavioral healthdiagnosis who recieve funding through theDepartment of Behavioral Health orIntellectual disAbilities Services
• Participants must require 30 hours or lessof support each week
Enrollment • Contact Supported Independent Living forinformation
CostRental cost is based on areview of the individual'sincome including SocialSecurity and SupplementalSecurity Income (SSI)
LocationCentral Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Office HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:
Supported Independent LivingAllows adults with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health diagnosis to livepurposeful and stable lives in the comfort of their homes. With support of committed and caring helpers, participants maintain their independence and are encouraged to make their own choices, develop new abilities, and cultivate their special talents.
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Adult Residential & Day Services
Services • Individual meetings to address needs andensure a healthy lifestyle
• Help with résumé building, job search andjob retention
• Organized activities including communitydinners, group walks, dining out, picnics,movies, yoga
• Health care assessment and support areprovided by JEVS nurses and medicalresource specialists
• Group sessions on nutrition, relationshipbuilding, medication management andstress management
Eligibility • Adults with mental health needs who have demonstrated their ability to liveindependently. Residents must engage the necessary support to maintain theirrecovery and remain stable in the community
Enrollment • Inquiries can be made from any sourceincluding self-referrals. Contact TikvahResidence for information
CostResidents must pay rent, utilitiesand other costs of living orobtain vouchers/subsidies tocover these costs. ContactTikvah Residence to inquireabout the cost of housing.
LocationDrexel Hill, PA
Central Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
Office HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:
Tikvah ResidenceOffers comfortable and affordable housing for adults with mental health needs.JEVS staff organizes activities and provides services to help each resident leadan active and healthy life.
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Employment for People with Disabilities
Services • A centralized source of current job openings
• Customized matching of applicant skillsand interests to job openings
• Support services during the placementprocess and follow-up after employment
• Education in the job search process andprograms to help applicants assess theiremployability
Eligibility • Individuals age 18 or older living with aphysical, intellectual, mental healthdisability, or a chronic condition
Enrollment • Contact hireAbility for information
CostNo cost to those who qualify
LocationCamden County CollegeP.O. Box 200College DriveBlackwood, NJ 08012
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 856.374.4921
EMAIL: [email protected]
hireAbility Offers an empowering, customized employment program to assist individualsliving with a disability or chronic disease by preparing them for competitiveemployment and community integration.
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Employment for People with Disabilities
Services • Vocational assessment and guidance todiscover the right career choice for an individual’s interests and abilities
• Individualized support from JEVS jobcoaches and developers
• Development of work readiness and personal interaction skills through class-room learning and individual coaching
• Volunteer internships to gain real workexperience
• Development and practice of interviewingskills
• Support in finding and keeping a job in theparticipant’s field of interest
Eligibility • Pennsylvania residents diagnosed withAsperger’s Syndrome or PervasiveDevelopmental Disorder – (Not Otherwise Specified)
Enrollment • Contact Project Success for information
CostNo cost to those who qualify
Location9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.350.8600
EMAIL:
Project SuccessMeets the needs of young adults with Asperger’s Syndrome or PervasiveDevelopmental Disorder – (Not Otherwise Specified) by helping individuals who want to transition to the world of work, achieve success and build on long-term vocational goals.
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In-Home Personal Assistance
Services • Financial management services
• Fiscal/Employer Agency in accordancewith Internal Revenue code section 3504
• Payment agent services
• Payroll services
• Accounting and reporting individual budget activities
• Assist and support participants in theirrole as healthcare service recipients andemployers
• Criminal record and other backgroundchecks
Eligibility • Established by funding source for each program
Enrollment • Contact Financial Management Servicesfor information
CostServices may be free for eligible individuals
LocationPennsylvania Office:1845 Walnut Street7th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Delaware Office:PO Box 1594Wilmington, DE 19899
HoursPennsylvania:M - F, 9 am - 5 pm
Delaware:M - F, 9 am - 5 pm
ContactPennsylvania:TEL: 267.298.1364TF: 800.610.7910
Delaware:TEL: 800.610.7910
EMAIL:
Pennsylvania:[email protected]
Delaware:[email protected]
AdditionalLanguages SpokenPennsylvania:Spanish, Russian
Delaware:Spanish
Financial Management Services (FMS)Financial Management Services provided to adults with physical disabilities inMedicaid-funded, state-funded and veterans administration-funded programsto promote choice, independence, and full participation in the community.
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Nursing Home TransitionProvides financial support, service coordination, and acts as an advocate forindividuals who desire to make the transition from living in a nursing home toliving on their own in the community.
Services • One-on-one support from a qualified coordinator
• Assistance in finding housing, planningyour move, and setting up your household
• Financial help with expenses, includingsecurity deposits, household items, adaptiveequipment, utilities, and assistance withlearning budget management
• Facilitate returning to and/or modifying an existing residence
• Referrals to home- and community-basedservices such as transportation, personalassistance services, peer support, assis-tive technology, and home modifications
Eligibility • Must be age 18 years or older, qualifyfinancially, reside in a nursing home in Pennsylvania, and be interested inreturning to the community
• If a person qualifies to receive NursingHome Transition services, they are eligiblefor up to $4,000 in goods and services toset up their new home
Enrollment • Contact JEVS Nursing Home Transition
CostThis program is free for those who qualify
Nursing Home Transition is acollaborative effort of thePennsylvania Department ofAging, DPW Office ofLong–Term Living; Governor’sOffice of Healthcare Reform; local county assistance offices;local Area Agencies on Aging;local Centers for IndependentLiving; home and community-based providers; andorganizations representingnursing homes
Location2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4435TF: 866.964.4617
EMAIL:
Additional Languages SpokenRussian, Spanish, Ukrainian
Translations for other languages available; pleasecall for more information
In-Home Personal Assistance
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In-Home Personal Assistance
Supports CoordinationAdults 18 years of age or older who have a disability that will last for over a yearmay use our Supports Coordination to help them stay in their own homes, go towork, attend school, and participate more fully in the community.
• A dedicated service coordinator will helpindividuals create a personalized serviceplan
• Service coordinators will provide participantswith ongoing support, reevaluating serviceplans and hours of care as needed
• In-home visits are scheduled atdates/times of the participants’ choice
Eligibility • Program participants must be age18 orover, mentally alert, have a physical disability that will last at least one year, and reside in Philadelphia, Bucks,Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, Lehigh, or Berks County.
Enrollment • For information contact JEVS SupportsCoordination
CostServices may be free for eligibleindividuals; for others a co-paymay be assessed
Services are funded by thePennsylvania Office of Long–Term Living, Departmentof Human Services
Location2770 Red Lion Road Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4435TF: 866.964.4617
EMAIL:
Additional Languages SpokenRussian, Spanish, Ukrainian
Translations for other languages available
Services
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Job Readiness & Career Services
Career Solutions for 55+Helps improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians who are unemployed, underemployed, or seeking a career change.
Services • Career counseling and placement assistance
• Access to workshops on: understandingtransferable skills, computer and internetuse, and résumé and interview preparation
• Referrals to training programs, socialservices, and job fairs
• Access to computer labs and on-line job leads
Eligibility • Philadelphia residents age 55 or older
Enrollment • Weekly orientation sessions, call forappointment
CostNo cost
Location PA CareerLinkat Suburban Station 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd.2nd floorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
HoursMonday - Friday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
ContactTEL: 267.647.7137
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Services • One-on-one career consulting
• Workshops on networking, changing careers, and job search
• Assessment to identify skills, natural aptitudes, personality preferences, interests, work and leadership styles, and career priorities
• Job search and placement assistance
• Computer training
• Résumé and job interview preparation
• Advice on salary negotiations
Eligibility • Services for age 18 and older, for all occupations and industries
Enrollment • Contact Career Strategies to schedulean appointment
CostFee for services; sliding scale available
LocationsCenter City Philadelphia:2100 Arch Street, 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Northeast Philadelphia:2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
Evening hours available
ContactTEL: 215.854.1874
EMAIL: [email protected]
Career Strategies-General Career Management ServicesAssists unemployed, underemployed, and career changers in finding challenging employment and career development through guidance, strategies, resources, and personal attention.
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Career Strategies-Services for the Jewish CommunityThrough our Career Strategies department, JEVS provides the Jewish community with a broad range of career and educational programs that are sensitive to traditions inherent in Jewish life.
Services • Career guidance for Jewish professionalsin transition
• Job assessment, readiness, trainingopportunities and placement assistancefor unemployed and underemployed Jews under the age of 65 through thehelpinghands program
• Job assessment, readiness, and placement assistance for unemployed and underemployed Jewish womenthrough our Working for Success program
• Internships for Jewish high school andfull-time undergraduate college students
• PSAT, SAT, ACT, and SAT Subject Testpreparation, high school subject tutoring,and post-secondary education planning
• Series of free seminars and supportgroups related to career development and educational guidance at local synagogues, libraries, and community centers
Eligibility • Varies per program
Enrollment • Contact Career Strategies to schedulean appointment
CostNo cost for most services; sliding scale fee based onincome available for counselingand standardized testing
LocationsCenter City Philadelphia:2100 Arch Street, 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Northeast Philadelphia:2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
Southern New Jersey:1301 Springdale RoadCherry Hill, NJ 08003
Workshops held at off-site locations
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
Evening appointments availableCall for office hours in Phila. andCherry Hill offices. Not all servicesavailable at every location
ContactPA TEL: 215.854.1874NJ TEL: 856.673.2502
PA EMAIL: [email protected] EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB:
www.jevshumanservices.org/careerstrategies
Job Readiness & Career Services
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Center for New AmericansHelps refugees, asylees, and victims of trafficking prepare to enter the workforce, find satisfying jobs ranging from labor to professional positions,and become self-sufficient members of society.
Services • Vocational English Language Training(VELT) classes
• Acculturation workshops
• Case management services
• Interviewing, résumé writing, workforcefoundation skills, and job readiness andretention workshops
• Computer literacy classes
• Job placement assistance and follow-up
• Youth program assisting 16- and 17-year-olds find part-time work during the schoolyear, or full-time summer employment
Eligibility • Residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware,Montgomery, and Philadelphia Countieswith refugee status and within 5 years ofdate of entry to the United States, even ifa Green Card has been received
• Residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware,Montgomery, and Philadelphia Countieswho are granted asylum or victim of trafficking status
• United States citizens are not eligible
Enrollment • Call Center for New Americans for information
CostNo cost
LocationsCenter City Philadelphia: 1845 Walnut Street, 7th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Northeast Philadelphia: 2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
Delaware County: Delaware CountyAssistance Office845 Main StreetDarby, PA 19023
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4210
EMAIL: [email protected]
AdditionalLanguages SpokenArabic, French, German,Hebrew, Hindi, Polish, Punjabi,Russian, Ukrainian, Urdu
Access to additional languages is available; please call for more information
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PA CareerLink®Through PA CareerLink®, JEVS Human Services provides comprehensive services for both jobseekers and employers–providing skills and assistance tothose seeking work while matching prescreened, qualified candidates to thearea’s occupational workforce.
Services • Job search, placement, and retentionassistance and support
• Consistent one-on-one case managementand facilitation of services by a trainedemployment advisor
• Career interest assessment as well asindividualized employment developmentplans
• Computer access/on-line resources
• Referrals to education, literacy servicesand training opportunities
• Identification of obstacles and/or disabili-ties through comprehensive assessment
• Faxing and copying services
• Core, intensive and training services foremployers, including management ofrecruitment process
Eligibility • Must be age 17 and out of school orolder
Enrollment • Jobseekers and employers are encouraged to enroll on-line atwww.jobgateway.pa.gov or by visiting PACareerLink® Suburban Station at thelocation listed in the next column
CostNo cost for these services
Location1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd.2nd FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103
Photo ID is required
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 5:30 pmEnroll anytime at www.jobgateway.pa.gov
Monthly Saturday hours8 am - 12 noon
ContactTEL: 215.557.8592
Additional Languages SpokenSpanish
Job Readiness & Career Services
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Job Readiness & Career Services
Services • Risk-need assessment performed
• Individualized service plan and case management
• Life skills training
• Job readiness and career planning
• Connections to transitional work experiences, apprenticeships, literacy,educational and social support programs
• Job placement and retention services that build on individuals’ strengths andinterests
• Restorative justice activities focusing onvictim awareness and community service
• Upon completion of program, opportunitiesto mentor participants and expungementof charges
Eligibility • U.S. citizens ages 18 to 24
• No violent offenses in historical or presenting charges
• Limited arrest history; exceptions will bemade for no more than one non-violentmisdemeanor
• No outstanding warrants
Enrollment • Program offered to defendent by presidingjudge as alternative to incarceration
• Orientation required before qualifying forformal enrollment
CostNo cost
Location112 N. Broad Street, 3rd FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
HoursMonday - Friday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
ContactTEL: 267.238.3929
EMAIL: [email protected]
The Choice is YoursAn innovative alternative-to-incarceration program that offers first-time, non-violent felony drug offenders a chance to avoid prison sentences andinstead receive education and workforce training, along with social servicesand supports, to increase their likelihood of contributing meaningfully to society.
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Vocational Research Institute (VRI)Offers career assessment and planning products that are used across the countryin various settings, including schools, workforce development centers, correctionalfacilities, rehabilitation, allied health and medical facilities, private industry, andagencies serving the physically, mentally, socially, and educationally challenged.
Products • CareerScope® career interest and aptitudeassessment (software and online versions)
• Spanish, audio, and untimed options areavailable
CostContact Vocational ResearchInstitute for product pricing
LocationCentral Office:1845 Walnut Street, Suite 660Philadelphia, PA 19103
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.875.7387TF: 800.874.5387
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.vri.org
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Work ReadyProvides a comprehensive set of employment-oriented services to those receiving Public Assistance benefits, including those who are in need of specific help managing barriers to self-sufficiency.
Services • Internship placements to enhance skills and employability
• One-on-one case management and coordination of services by a trainedprofessional
• Assessment of barriers to success
• Individualized service plans
• Access to skills training and basic education services
• Job search assistance
Eligibility • Must be age 18 or older
• TANF and extended TANF customers
Enrollment • Customers must be referred directly from the Philadelphia County Assistance Office (CAO)
CostNo cost for those who qualifyfor funding
Location112 N. Broad Street, 10th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 267.238.3100
EMAIL: [email protected]
Additional Languages Spoken Spanish, Cambodian,Vietnamese, Haitian Creole
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Skills Training/Education
New Leash on Life USAPrison inmates are trained to care for and socialize at-risk shelter dogs toenhance their adoptability while gaining job skills. Inmates attend workshops onlife skills and job readiness, and many receive opportunities for paid internshipsin the animal care field when they are paroled.
Services • Teaches inmates to train in obedience andsocialize the dogs assigned to live withthem 24/7
• Upon parole, participants receive casemanagement, life skills training, job readiness, job development, job placementassistance
• Internship program serves as a pathwayto full-time employment
Eligibility • Interested inmates cannot have the follow-ing convictions on their criminal record:animal cruelty, arson, or any type of sexual-related crime
• Inmates at Philadelphia Department ofPrisons serving 11 1/2 to 23 months
Enrollment • Referred through PhiladelphiaDepartment of Prisons social worker andDistrict Attorney’s office
CostNo cost to participants
LocationPhiladelphia Dept. of PrisonsAlternative & Special Detention8101 State RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19136
Central Office:2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
HoursParticipants’ commitment:24 hours/7 days a week
Office:Monday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4470
EMAIL:
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Orleans Technical CollegeOffers full- and part-time training programs to assist people throughout theGreater Philadelphia area in obtaining the skills they need to begin careers ina variety of professions.
Services • Hands-on skills training and careerpreparation for entry-level positions in:Human Services, Air Conditioning,Refrigeration and Heating; Plumbing andHeating; Building Maintenance;Residential and Commercial Electricity;and Carpentry
• Training in use of equipment, machines,tools, and technology
• Personal support including advising, tutoring, and referrals to appropriate resources for assistance with barriers to completion
• Job and internship placement assistance
• Résumé and job interview preparation
• Continuing job search service as aresource to help graduates with jobreplacement and advancement as needed
• Customized training for businesses
• Credits for graduates transferable to some area colleges
Eligibility • Must have a high school diploma or GED®;valid driver’s license and meet minimumscore requirements on admissions assessment tests in reading and math
Enrollment • Contact the Orleans Technical Collegeadmissions department to schedule an interview
CostTuition/book, consumable supply, and equipment fees
Financial aid available for those who qualify; Orleans is approved for veterans’education benefits; contact the school for more information
Location2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
Admissions HoursMonday, Tuesday, Thursday9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday, Friday9 am - 5 pm
Saturday9 am - 1 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4700
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.orleanstech.edu
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Skills Training/Education
Program for OffendersProvides hands-on skills training and vocational assessment services to pre-trialdetainees and sentenced inmates of the Philadelphia Department of Prisons inorder to increase their employability once they have returned to society.
Services • Skills training in building maintenance,equipment maintenance and repair, environmental maintenance, customerservice & basic computer operations, life skills, job readiness and computeroperations and application
• Job application, résumé, and job interview preparation
• Assessment of interests, skills, and abilities to match employment possibilitiesthrough CareerScope® and other tools
Eligibility • Pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmatesof the Philadelphia Department of Prisons
Enrollment • Participants must be referred by prison social workers
CostNo cost to participants
LocationPhiladelphia IndustrialCorrectional Center 8301 State Road Philadelphia, PA 19136
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 215.685.7114
EMAIL:
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Substance Abuse Treatment
Services • Outpatient and Intensive OutpatientMethadone Maintenance Program—a structured daily treatment program foropiate-dependent individuals with at leasta one-year history of opiate abuse
• Individual, group, and family counseling and education
• Physical examination, medication evaluation, and psychiatric evaluation and treatment
• Free and confidential HIV/AIDS testing, counseling, and education
• Hepatitis testing and inoculation
• Case management services
• Peer support services
Eligibility • Must be age 18 or over
Enrollment • Personal appointments are made to determine service needs and eligibility
CostCommunity Behavioral Health(CBH) pays for all treatment ifyou are an eligible participant
If you are ineligible for CBH coverage, you may be eligiblefor Behavioral Health ServicesInitiative (BHSI) support orother insurance; private pay ofa weekly fee may be arranged
LocationsACT I:5820 Old York Road Philadelphia, PA 19141
ACT II:1745 N. 4th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19122
HoursMonday - Friday6 am - 4 pm
Saturday and Sunday 8 am - 12 noon
ContactAdmissions and Additional Information:TEL: 215.609.6040
TEL: ACT I: 215.276.8400 TEL: ACT II: 215.236.0100
EMAIL: [email protected]
AdditionalLanguage SpokenSpanish (available at ACT II)
Achievement through Counseling and Treatment (ACT)Offers personal solutions and supports to adults seeking medication-assistedtreatment for opiate abuse.
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Career Strategies-Youth ServicesOffers a variety of standardized test prep, admissions and financial aid counseling, career exploration and assessment to help individuals with post-secondary plans for college, trade and vocational programs.
Services • Individual assessments, counseling, andsupport services
• Individual and group tutoring and teststrategies available for the SAT® and the ACT®
• Post-high school guidance, including careerassessment, goal setting, and college application assistance
• Workshops for parents and students aboutpost-high school options
• Work-based learning opportunities–including paid internships
Eligibility • Services for age 14 years or older
Enrollment • Contact Career Strategies–Youth Servicesfor information
CostFee for services; sliding scale based on incomeavailable
Locations1520 Locust Street, 11th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
Group sessions available atoff-site locations
HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.854.1790
EMAIL:
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Youth & Young Adult Services
Services • Assessment
• Literacy and GED® instruction
• Academic tutoring
• Postsecondary guidance
• Financial aid education and FAFSA assistance
• Career planning
• Case management
• Life skills training
• Restorative justice
• Service learning
• Work readiness and 21st century skills training
• Mentoring
• Work experience and job placement assistance
• Follow-up support services
Eligibility • Philadelphia out-of-school residentsunder age 21
Enrollment • Open enrollment
CostNo Cost
Location112 N. Broad Street, 12th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
HoursMonday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 267.238.3180
EMAIL: [email protected]
E3 Power Center CityProvides education, employment, empowerment and life skills training to out-of-school youth designed to help youth re-engage academically anddevelop skills needed to be successful in the global economy.
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Kitchen TableOffers hands-on, project-based life and kitchen skills to Philadelphia youth transitioning to independent living.
Services • Kitchen skills training
• Workshops including nutritional education,kitchen safety, cooking and laundry skillsand food budgeting
• Access to real-world tools and situations,including cooking competition
Eligibility • Must be members of AchievingIndependence Center
• Must be ages 16-21
• Workshop available for 14-15 year oldmembers
Enrollment • Participants must be referred directly fromthe Achieving Independence Center
CostNo cost for those who qualifyfor funding
Location1415 N. Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19122
HoursMonday - Thursday10 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
ContactTEL: 215.574.9194, ext.213
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Youth & Young Adult Services
Services • Each member receives a mix of services, customized to their needs and changing asthey grow. Services may include, but are not limited to, independent living skill instructionand strategies, employment support andcoaching, guidance in resolving apartment-mateor friendship issues, opportunities to socializeand engage in community events and activities, team and community building techniques, community and home safety discussions, and group financial managementdiscussions
• Career development
• We encourage an active, healthy lifestyle andhelp members get involved in their community
• PIN staff make regular, individual home visitsto monitor home safety, offer recommendationsfor needed adjustments, and provide individualized support
• On call support for non-emergencies is available on a 24-hour basis
• Families serve as an active "advisory board”and serve on additional sub-committees
Eligibility • Includes young adults with any disabilitywho have lived or can demonstrate thepotential to live independently
Enrollment • Members find and pay for their own housing;must be willing to work, volunteer and/or beinvolved in an educational program
CostContact PIN to inquire aboutthe fee
LocationsNarberth Office:113 North Essex AvenueNarberth, PA 19072
Central Office:9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday8 am - 4 pm
ContactTEL: 484.278.4812
EMAIL: [email protected]
Philadelphia Independence Network (PIN)Empowers young adults with disabilities to live independent and full lives whilereceiving the supports they need to continue to grow in their independence.Members live in their own apartments throughout Narberth and are active membersof the community.
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Preparing for, Attaining and Sustaining Success (PASS)Supports high school students through their graduation and transition towork and/or higher education.
Services • 21st century skills/Job-readiness training
• Tutoring
• Academic skills building
• College access assistance
• SAT® preparation
• Project-based learning
• Paid internships
Eligibility • Eligibility is income and need-based, andis open to current high school juniors andseniors attending George WashingtonHigh School or H.H. Furness High School.Recruitment for the program takes placein the Fall
Enrollment • Contact Career Strategies–Youth Servicesfor information
CostThere is no cost for those whoqualify
LocationsGeorge Washington H.S.10175 Bustleton AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19116
H.H. Furness H.S. 1900 South 3rd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148
Central Office:1520 Locust Street, 11th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
HoursAdministrativeMonday - Friday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
School HoursMonday - Friday9 am - 4:30 pm(and as needed by individualstudents)
ContactTEL: 215.854.1858
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Services • Job placement assistance
• Hands-on basic training in carpentry,plumbing, electrical and weatherization
• GED® preparation and testing fees paid
• Weekly transportation allowance
Eligibility • Philadelphia resident
• No high school diploma (must have dropletter)
• Must be ages 18 – 24
• Meet income eligibility requirements
Enrollment • Contact Project WOW for an applicationand interview
• Complete program application on theProject WOW page of the JEVS website
CostNo cost to participants
Location2770 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday7:45 am - 2:15 pm
ContactTEL: 215.728.4212
EMAIL: [email protected]
Project WOW (World of Work)Offers 24-week property maintenance training, trades diploma and GED®preparation for Philadelphia youth ages 18–24 who have dropped out of highschool.
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Student Transition Services Prepares students with disabilities to transition from the world of school tothe world of adulthood, work, postsecondary education or vocational training.Work-based learning experiences help students identify vocational interests,aptitudes and preferred work environments.
Services • Group training in independent living,work readiness and self-advocacy
• Job shadowing, including observingworkers on-the-job
• Paid internship worksite placement andon-the-job mentoring
Eligibility • Must be enrolled in school (middleschool, high school, technical school or college)
• Must be ages 14-21
• Must be receiving special education orrelated services OR determined to have adisability (contact JEVS for details)
Enrollment • Contact Student Transition Services for information
CostNo cost
Location1520 Locust Street, 11th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102
HoursMonday - Friday8:30 am - 4:30 pm
ContactTEL: 215.854.1880EMAIL: [email protected]
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Affiliate Program
Services • Customized services and supportsdesigned to each individual’s specificneeds
• Whether you refer a family member orfriend (must meet program requirements)or you prefer that we identify someone foryou, we will provide you with a fullyscreened, qualified caregiver
• Help and assistance with activities of dailyliving-including bathing, dressing, grooming,toileting, shopping, light housekeeping,meal preparation, and attending communityevents
• Making the bed and changing linens
• Laundry
• Respite care
• Encouragement and assistance with lightexercise
• Escort to doctor’s appointments
Eligibility • Must be 18 years of age or older
Enrollment • Please contact JEVS at Home for detailedinformation
CostServices are at no cost for individuals funded through thefollowing Pennsylvania Medicaidwaivers: Aging Waiver,Attendant Care Waiver, Act 150Waiver, OBRA Waiver andIndependence Waiver
For private pay or insuranceplans please contact our officefor additional information andspecific rates
Location9350 Ashton Road, Suite 102Philadelphia, PA 19114
HoursMonday - Friday8:30 am - 5:00 pm
ContactTEL: 267.298.1325
FAX: 215.255.4789
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEB: www.jevsathome.org
AdditionalLanguages SpokenSpanish, Russian, Ukrainian,Albanian
JEVS at HomeIn-home Services: Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities JEVS at Home is an affiliate agency that provides exceptional, non-medical, in-home care services to aging and disabled adults residing in Philadelphia,Delaware, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, and Allegheny counties in Pennsylvania.
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JEVS Human Services partners with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and is a constituent of the United Way of Greater Philadelphiaand Southern New Jersey.
JEVS Human Services Headquarters:1845 Walnut Street, 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
TEL: 215.854.1800 FAX: 215.854.1880
EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.jevshumanservices.org
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