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Economic Outreach to SJCC Congregants In response to today’s difficult economy, the SJCC has formed an Economic Outreach Committee. Within our synagogue family we hope to be a resource for people who may be experiencing difficulty due to job loss or a downturn in their own business.
We have compiled an initital list of sources for Job Listings, Netowrking and Career Counseling and will soon be adding Social Services resources to assist those with financial need or other support services. We hope this can be an ongoing and collaborative effort. Contact the committee members (listed below) or you can reach us via economicoutreach@summitjcc.org with suggestions or other ways to help fellow congregants. JVS Career Event at the SJCC On April 28 the Summit Jewish Community Center hosted a free community seminar offered by Jewish Vocational Services. Three career professionals and Dr. Meryl Kann, Supervisor of Career Counseling & Placement presented strategies for career searches. Click here to read the program handouts. For job listings, networking and career counseling
The Summit Jewish Community Center is allied with Jewish Vocational Service of MetroWest. JVS offers career counseling, training and a database of jobs for congregants of participating synagogues, such as ours. Their main website is: www.jvsnj.org.
If you wish to access the JVS job database, contact Ellen Herman at rherman21@comcast.net for information and to obtain password access. If you have jobs to post that you would like publicize within the SJCC community, contact Bruce Mustacchi at BMustacchi@firstchoiceny.com .
As you conduct your job search, there are myriad online sites which can help you prepare your resume, research companies and industries, and search for jobs. The State of New York has compiled a list of websites, organized by industry and popularity. Click on Job Sites to find them.
Networking Networking is the key to finding jobs—especially in a tough economy. It’s not just talking to people you know, but it’s also about talking to people you don’t know and widening your circle of contacts.
If you wish to join the SJCC networking group on LinkedIn, contact Bruce Mustacchi at BMustacchi@firstchoiceny.com To find other networking groups outside the SJCC Click Here or to visit an online directory of NJ networking groups throughout New Jersey Click Here.
If you have jobs to post that you would like publicize within the SJCC community, contact Bruce Mustacchi at BMustacchi@firstchoiceny.com .
Health Insurance
For individuals and families who are in need of heath insurance and meet the criteria, NJ FamilyCares may offer access to free health coverage programs. The phone number is 1-800-701-0710 and their website is: www.njfamilycare.org
When contacting NJ FamilyCares you will be assigned a Health Benefits Coordinator to walk you through the process.
They have offices throughout the state, including Trenton, Newark, Westmont, Paterson, New Brunswick, and Hamilton, The Union County group operates out of the Plainfield office of the
Union County Department of Human Services:
Division of Social Services
200 W. Second Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
908-791-7000 phone
fax 908-791-7098
NJ FamilyCares give you a choice of 5 HMO’s. The Health Net program allows you to keep seeing all the same doctors. No copy is charged for visits and medications. To participate, you will need to provide proof that you do not have health care insurance, or proof that it has expired, or is about to expire. They also have a Spanish speaking site, and phone number.
The program requires documentation and verification of your status, some of which includes:
- You must be a NJ resident ( and show proof of citizenship).
- You must provide social security number for each person in your family applying.
- You must provide them with income information to determine criteria for eligibility. Income includes workers comp benefits, unemployment benefits, veterans benefits or pension/annuity/401k income. They do NOT take assets into account, only income. Income is accessed for all family members applying.
In addition to the NJ FamilyCares program, there are also Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), which makes you choose an HMO in their network.
The New Jersey program information for Union County residents is provided through the Plainfield Health Center, Plainfield NJ 908-753-6401.
Another social services agency that may also provide information for area residents in need is the Dept of Human Resources in Elizabeth at 908-965-2700.
In response to today’s difficult economy, the SJCC has formed an Economic Outreach Committee. Within our synagogue family we hope to be a resource for people who may be experiencing difficulty due to job loss or a downturn in their own business.Social Services The Jewish community and New Jersey county governments offer safety nets for people who are especially beleaguered by today's difficult economy. Here are a number of sources you can contact for help in the following areas:
Union County Division of Social Services: www.ccnj.org/socialsvcs Elizabeth: 908-965-2700 Plainfield; 908-791-7000 If you live in Essex County: Essex County Board of Social Services East Orange: 973-395-8400 Contact: Anibel Ramos Cedar Grove: 973-857-466 If you live in Morris County: Morris County Human Services http://www.co.morris.nj.us/services/humanservices.asp Morris Township: 973-326-7800 Jewish Community Social Services include: Jewish Family Services of Central NJ Elizabeth: 908-352-8375, Contact: Carol Billet Fessler or Carol Einhorn, Economic Crisis Response Initiative Warren: 908-725-7799, and www.jewishfamilysvc.org , contact: Jerry Starr MetroWest also has information about obtaining personal or business loans. (see contact info above.) Domestic Violence 24 hour emergency services: 973-740-1233 Housing Issues Attached is a Predatory Lending Information Manual. Recently updated, this booklet offers homeowners with credit concerns helpful responses to common questions as well as a useful resource directory of State agencies, credit agencies, legal services and loan counselors. Other Questions? Search the resources we have provided, but also feel free to contact our committee members for support. We are: Richard Barron
Renie Carniol
Ellen Herman
Elaine Hoffman
Bruce Mustacchi
Etya Novik
Gary Schneider
Margarita Schulz
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