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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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Live Online JobSeekers Workshop: Networking for Introverts – Speaking Up to Stand Out
May 14 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Stephanie Thoma
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bY15Gia0Q22cv2ZlqrMSWA#/registration
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APPLY NOW | NEW TRAINING PROGRAM | Certified Phlebotomy Technician | Starts May 11 | In-person at JVS offices, East Orange
JVS is pleased to announce that this new training program is now open for enrollment.
Our Phlebotomy Training Program prepares students with the essential skills and hands-on experience needed to begin a rewarding career in the medical field. Designed for beginners, this program combines classroom instruction with practical training to ensure you are job-ready upon completion.
TRAINING DETAILS
Program: Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Start Date: Monday, May 11 through June 25, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9 am—3 pm
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, Lower Level, East Orange, NJ
Cost: Training at no cost to you
You will gain real-world experience through supervised lab practice and clinical training. You’ll work with industry-standard equipment and practice blood collection techniques in a supportive environment.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a certification and will be eligible for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) credential awarded by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
APPLY NOW!
For more information, eligibility requirements, and to apply today, visit: jvsnj.org/phlebotomy-technician
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APPLY NOW | NEW TRAINING PROGRAM | Certified Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician | Starts May 11 | In-person at JVS NJ, East Orange
JVS is pleased to announce that this new training program is now open for enrollment.
The Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the healthcare field performing diagnostic cardiovascular testing.
TRAINING DETAILS
Program: Certified Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician
Start Date: Monday, May 11 through June 25, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9 am—2:30 pm
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, Lower Level, East Orange, NJ
Cost: Training at no cost to you
This program provides comprehensive instruction in the theory and practice of electrocardiography, including cardiac anatomy and physiology, proper electrode placement, and operation of EKG equipment. Emphasis is placed on patient care, safety, and the accurate recording and documentation of cardiac activity.
Instruction includes a combination of lecture, laboratory practice, and, where applicable, supervised clinical experience.
Upon successful completion, students will possess the knowledge and technical skills necessary to perform electrocardiograms and assist healthcare professionals in identifying cardiac abnormalities.
Students will receive a certificate and will be eligible for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) credential.
APPLY NOW!
For more information, eligibility requirements, and to apply today, visit:
jvsnj.org/ekg-technician
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Join us for a virtual Information Session to learn more about our new Certified Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician and Certified Phlebotomy Technician training programs.
This session will be held online on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 5:00 pm—6:00 pm.
To receive the link to the information session, please email Deniese Hicks at dhicks@jvsnj.org.
Questions? Call Deniese at (862) 704-2284.
Read more about these training programs at:
jvsnj.org/ekg-technician
jvsnj.org/phlebotomy-technician
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FREE Healthcare Training for NJ SNAP Recipients
Are you receiving NJ SNAP benefits? You may qualify for free training that prepares you for in-demand careers.
JVS Job Skills Training Programs NOW ENROLLING:
∙ Certified Pharmacy Technician - starts May 4
∙ Certified EKG & Phlebotomy Technician - starts May 11
∙ Certified Nursing Assistant - starts May 25
∙ Certified Home Health Aide - starts July 13
Our Location:
JVS, 7 Glenwood Avenue, East Orange, NJ
What We Offer:
∙ FREE tuition
∙ Credentialed training
∙ Case management and supportive services
∙ Job readiness and resume support
Who Should Apply:
∙ NJ SNAP recipients
∙ Individuals with a strong interest or experience in healthcare
For more information about JVS Job Skills Training programs, please visit: https://jvsnj.org/job-skills-training/
When you apply for services, please let us know that you receive SNAP benefits.
Questions?
Email: dhicks@jvsnj.org
Phone: (862) 704-2284
#JVSNJ #NJSNAP #HealthcareCareers #JobTraining #Training
🎓 Looking for ways to finance your higher education?
To help local Jewish students from the MetroWest area, JVS NJ’s Student Loans and Grants Program offers two forms of financial assistance to eligible students.
• Perlmutter Student Loans: Need-based, interest-free loans up to $5,000.
• Shapiro Foundation Grants: Support for post-graduate studies in medicine, medical science, graduate nursing, and/or rabbinical school.
📅 Deadline for applications: June 1, 2026
Learn more and apply today:
https://jvsnj.org/loans-and-grants
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JOIN US TODAY! Live Online JobSeekers Workshop:
The Reinvention Economy and How to Build Your Own Career Path Forward
April 23 · 10:00–11:30 am EST
With guest speaker Dr. Shane Goldstein Smith
Free and open to the public; advance registration required.
For more information, and to register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/g_f3Uxy_SsCjl2x-t5piig
#JVSNJ #JobSeekersWorkshop #JobSearch #CareerMarketing #JobSkills
NEW TRAINING OPPORTUNITY | EKG & Phlebotomy Technician | Join us for an Info Session, Wednesday, April 29
Ready to start a career in healthcare?
JVS NJ is offering a new EKG & Phlebotomy Technician training program. Join our information session to see if it is right for you, then apply for the training.
INFORMATION SESSION
Date: Wednesday, April 29
Time: 3 pm
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, Lower Level, East Orange, NJ
The next class begins Monday, May 11, and runs Monday–Thursday, 9 am–3 pm.
Our services include:
• Classroom and lab training
• In-person instruction
• Dual certification
• Resume and interview preparation
• Job placement assistance
• 90-day retention support
To apply for the training program (registration is not required to attend the information session), please visit: https://jvsnj.org/registration-for-services
Note: The program is open to eligible NJ SNAP recipients.
Questions?
Email: dhicks@jvsnj.org
Phone: (862) 704-2284
#JVSNJ #EKGTechnician #PhlebotomyTechnician #HealthcareCareers #Training
In the spirit of safety and community, JVS NJ recently received an additional portable Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
This generous gift comes from the Gloria and Jesse Weissberg Community Security Initiative Team of the Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ @jfedgmw.
When cardiac emergencies occur, rapid access to an AED can be lifesaving. Having easy and quick access to an AED significantly increases the chance of a positive outcome.
Many JVS staff are AED-certified and thankful for this gift to our Montclair location.
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APPLY TODAY | Certified Nursing Assistant job training program starts Monday, April 27
Begin your healthcare career as a Certified Nursing Assistant and prepare to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
TRAINING DETAILS
Program: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Start Date: Monday, April 27 through May 26, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9 am—2:30 pm
Location: 7 Glenwood Avenue, Lower Level, East Orange, NJ
Cost: Training at no cost to you
This comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to provide high-quality care in hospitals, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, long-term care, and both acute and sub-acute care facilities.
As a CNA, you’ll play a vital role on the healthcare team—supporting nurses, assisting patients with daily living activities, and ensuring comfort and safety in various medical settings.
Earning your CNA certification can also open doors to career advancement opportunities in nursing and allied health.
APPLY NOW!
For more information, eligibility requirements, and to apply today, visit: https://jvsnj.org/certified-nursing-assistant
Already a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)? You may qualify for an accelerated CNA training track, enabling you to build on your current credentials and expand your employment options in the healthcare field.
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