Jewish Vocational Service, Inc.
About
Jewish Vocational Service, known as JVS Boston, is one of the oldest and largest providers of adult education and workforce development in Greater Boston. It offers free job training, skill development and career coaching to help people find good jobs and build careers. The organization also partners with employers to design training programs for high-growth fields and to help companies hire, develop and keep productive workers, serving clients from many backgrounds.
JVS was founded in 1938, during the Great Depression, to help Jewish immigrants and refugees enter the American workforce. Today it serves a diverse clientele from more than 90 nations who speak some 50 languages. Programs range from English for Advancement and early childhood education training to certified nursing assistant preparation and financial coaching, and a United Way partner credits it with centering immigrant communities.
What to Know
- JVS runs more than 35 programs and served over 15,000 people in a recent year.
- Its stated values are learning, partnership, quality, respect and social justice.
- Employers can arrange customized workforce development services.
- Donors can support JVS through legacy gifts and other giving.
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