Jewish Programs
Applicant Tracking System Explained
ZoomGuest Speaker: Ashley Bendell, UJA Business Professional Discussion topics included in this presentation: • Applicant Tracking System (ATS) • Human Resources Information System (HRIS) • Algorithms and how they pertain to job search • What happens once a resume is submitted to an ATS? • Can a job seeker outsmart the software? • How can candidates’ best market themselves? Ashley is a Sales Executive at InvestCloud. This follows a 16-year investment banking/institutional sales career (which started at Credit Suisse in London/New York) and a more recent, successful, enterprise sales career at ADP—the largest Human Resource management focused technology company in ...
Breath-Body-Mind: For everyone who needs to take a break and a deep breath!
ZoomResearch has shown that Breath-Body-Mind practices, developed by integrative physicians Drs. Richard P. Brown and Patricia Gerbarg are highly effective in reducing the impact of stress and anxiety, both of which are so prevalent at this time. Using a series of gentle, easy movements and coherent breathing practices, we will help restore much needed balance and calm to the body and the mind. Facilitated by Ruth Rosenbaum, LCSW and Brenda Haas, LMSW. Please register by contacting Ruth Rosenblum, LCSW: [email protected]
Resume 101: Rethink and Reinvent Your Resume
ZoomThis workshop is for those who are new to the WJCS COVID Relief Hub, as well as for those who have not updated their resume for a while. Join this small group to learn more about the program and discuss the current trends in resume writing to effectively present your qualifications to potential employers. Learn about the latest techniques to help your resume stand out from the competition and be noticed. This class is a requirement before meeting individually with a career specialist. Please send a copy of your resume to [email protected]. Facilitated by: Naomi Koller, WJCS Career Specialist For ...
Feeling Connected During the Pandemic
ZoomMany individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, LMSW: [email protected].
How to Write an Unsolicited Cover Letter
ZoomOutreach for learning about employment and creating your own employment opportunities can be very different from applying for listed job openings. It is more time intensive and can sometimes feel overwhelming. This week we will discuss a process for building an outreach plan and the writing of an unsolicited cover letter. Facilitated by: Michael Weiss, WJCS Career Specialist For questions or to RSVP and receive Zoom information, please email Program Coordinator Lisa Morris at [email protected].
Ritualcraft: Sanctifying the Thresholds of Our Lives
ZoomIn this workshop, we will learn about the art and craft of rituals, discern what needs sanctifying in our own lives, and create a meaningful ritual or ceremony for that occasion: a special anniversary, a healing ritual for loss or illness, or a way to mark or honor a significant transition. 3 Wednesdays, May 12, 26 & June 9, 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Suggested fee: $72 For info or to RSVP contact Rabbi Pamela Wax at [email protected].
Confronting the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Unique Approach to Reduce Anxiety and Stress with MediSounds Meditation
ZoomPresenter: Shulamit Elson, Director, The Great Octave Foundation You are invited to an interactive class to learn MediSounds® meditation, a sound-based meditation practice derived from the writings of 13th century Jewish sages which empowers you to connect to a greater reality and experience the comfort of an abundant spiritual universe. Join us as we learn an innovative and accessible meditative tool to respond to the challenges of Covid-19. Learn to use the power of your own voice to bring clarity of judgement and reduce stress and anxiety. You will learn two sounds made with your own voice that promote harmony, […]
After the Death of a Sibling: A Spiritual Support Group
ZoomThis is a 4-session spiritual support group.
Press Pause: Mindful Parenting and Caregiving Practices for Cultivating Family Resilience
ZoomThrough these uncharted waters, as parents and caregivers we must find our own anchor so that we can best support our children and teens. We can support each other through these challenging times, and learn to cope with this moment, the “here and now.” Experience mindfulness practices that can nurture parenting with presence, build healthy coping skills, help us notice how to “press pause” and regulate our emotions. We will discuss mindful communication, prioritizing and modeling self-care, gratitude, and practicing loving-kindness and self-compassion. Please register by contacting Brenda Haas, LMSW: [email protected]
Feeling Connected During the Pandemic
ZoomMany individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, LMSW: [email protected].
Career Discussion and Open Forum
ZoomJoin us to discuss what is working and what is not with your job search. Get support and ideas from your peers. Facilitated by: The COVID Relief Hub Team Lisa Morris, Jill Schreibman, Naomi Koller and Michael Weiss. For questions or to RSVP and receive Zoom information, please email Program Coordinator Lisa Morris at [email protected].
Ritualcraft: Sanctifying the Thresholds of Our Lives
ZoomIn this workshop, we will learn about the art and craft of rituals, discern what needs sanctifying in our own lives, and create a meaningful ritual or ceremony for that occasion: a special anniversary, a healing ritual for loss or illness, or a way to mark or honor a significant transition. 3 Wednesdays, May 12, 26 & June 9, 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Suggested fee: $72 For info or to RSVP contact Rabbi Pamela Wax at [email protected].