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JSSA’s employment and career services assists people of all ages and career backgrounds who are unemployed or underemployed, career changers, and those in need of career guidance. JSSA offers group and individual services designed around a personal employment strategy including creating an effective resume, and developing interview, job search and networking skills. Career testing is available. Focused workshops and lectures on employment related topics enhance the use of JSSA services. Many services are free, and fee adjustments are often available for other services.

New! Special SmartSearch Packages
2-Day Job Search Boot Camp
Career Seminars
New! Interview Skills Practicum
FREE Job Search Groups
FREE Job Search Training Workshops at Libraries and Community Centers-
Hot Tips for Today's Job Market
LinkedIn Workshops
Career Coaching and Exploration
Job Development and Placement
Community Outreach

Job Search Boot Camp
A free jam-packed, action-oriented, 2-day training program for those serious about finding a job in today’s tough times. Learn more about JSSA's job search boot camps.

Job Search Groups
Free weekly meetings. Network, share and learn from one another's experiences and update individual action plans. Facilitated by a professional career coach.

Fallsgrove office: Groups meet every Monday;  12:00-1:30 at JSSA's Fallsgrove office, 200 Wood Hill Road, Rockville, MD. Walk-in registration available. Please call 301-610-8380 or send us an email inquiry to confirm group dates and times.

Adas Israel Congregation: Groups meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:00-2:30 p.m. at Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St., N.W., Washington, DC Walk-in registration available.  For more information, please call 301-610-8380 or send us an email inquiry.

NEW! Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia: Groups meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 1:00-2:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA Walk-in registration available. For more information, please call 301-610-8380 or send us an email inquiry.

Workshops and Lectures
JSSA offers a wide range of employment-related workshops such as Hot Tips for Today’s Job Seekers, Financial First Aid, How to Get a Government Job, Social Networking for Job Seekers, etc. Usually free and always open to the public, these events are offered at JSSA's Fallsgrove location as well as in a variety of community settings. Click here for a listing of upcoming events. 

Career Coaching and Exploration
Meet 1:1 to develop your personal job search strategy, refine career goals, create a top-notch resume, practice interview skills, etc. Whether you are considering a mid-life career change, returning to the workforce, choosing a college major, or figuring out where you fit in the workforce, JSSA can help you find a rewarding direction through informal and formal assessment. While this is a fee-for-service program, JSSA may be able to provide financial assistance on a sliding scale based on need.

Job Development and Placement
For those seeking a job in the DC metro area, more intense help is available in finding a job. Learn more about JSSA's new free online job search board ParnossahWorks.

Community Outreach
JSSA Employment and Career Services can provide speakers to your organization - please contact us for information.

For more information about JSSA's Employment and Career Services, please call 301-610-8380 or send us an email inquiry.

Learn about Employment and Career volunteer opportunities.

Other services our clients have found helpful:

These programs are made possible thanks to the support of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and its Community Crisis Assistance Fund, created to alleviate pressures families and individuals are facing due to the economic downturn.

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