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SUMMARY:Finding Your Purpose-Driven Career
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathy Goodwin-Mitchell\, Career Advisor\, at her “Finding Your Purpose-Driven Career” seminar at JFS where she will guide attendees in understanding career transitions and career development in a new light\, and how to discover\, clarify and foster one’s purpose in the world of work.  Kathy will cover the following topics: \n\nUnderstanding Career Transitions\nUncovering Your Career Options\nHow to Find Your Purpose\nThe Secret to Sustaining Yourself in Your Journey\n\nThe Presenter: \nKathy Goodin-Mitchell\, MS\, SPHR\, SHRM-SCP Career Advisor \nKathy is an experienced HR Executive who has made her mark in Healthcare\, Pharma\, Biotech\, Manufacturing\, Foods\, Logistics and Non-Profit industries.  She is an adaptive leader that engages the human element of organizations\, bringing calm to chaos\, building structure from vision and driving success of mission. Born and raised in Southern Indiana near Louisville\, KY\, she grew up building core values that endure.  Today she is passionate about animal welfare\, and helping those in transition and professionals land careers that are fulfilling and prosperous.  Kathy earned a BA in Criminology & Psychology\, and a MS in Counseling & HR Services from Purdue University. She was a 2-time Board Member of Dallas HR and is currently an active Member of the Southlake Focus Group Leadership Committee and Panel Interviewer at the DFW Pit Crew.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/finding-your-purpose-driven-career/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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SUMMARY:Basic Microsoft Excel Class
DESCRIPTION:Open to anyone in need\, Jewish Family Service Career And Employment Services offers FREE technical classes and workshops at our Job Search Resource Center to give strategic tools and knowledge for success in finding a job. \nPrerequisite – Participants must be able to navigate in an MS Windows environment. \nMicrosoft-certified trainer\, Elaine Lowenkron will cover the basics of the Microsoft Excel program. \nTopics include: \n\nPurpose and Understanding of MS Excel\nNavigating the MS Excel screen\nEntering data and creating basic formulas\nFormatting and Modifying spreadsheets\nPrinting MS Excel Workbooks\nCreating a Workbook from a Template\n\nOnly 8 Seats Per Class. To receive more information about the classes or to register\, contact Phil Konecki at pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org  \nIt is necessary that participants honor their registration and attend in order to be eligible for future technical training classes offered by JFS.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/basic-microsoft-excel-class/
LOCATION:JFS Job Search Resource Center
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Konecki":MAILTO:pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
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SUMMARY:Workplace Soft Skills Workshop: Skills That Can Propel Your Career
DESCRIPTION:Workplace “soft skills” are among the top skills desired by company Recruiters. Attend Matt Kochan’s free seminar and learn how to use and improve “soft skills” to obtain and grow your career.  Matt’s seminar topics will include: \n• Why workplace “soft skills” matter to employers today \n• What are the most important soft skills to acquire and use? \n• Practical suggestions on how to improve “soft skills” \n• Which industries to target that most value “soft skills” \n• How to demonstrate “soft skills” during job interviews to improve your standing
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/workplace-soft-skills-workshop-skills-that-can-propel-your-career/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T150000
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SUMMARY:Keep Your Identity & Money Safe from Online Theft
DESCRIPTION:At this free seminar\, Aadil Shakir\, a a Security and Risk Transformation Strategy Consultant with PwC\, will teach you how to protect your money\, identity and private information against theft online. Aadil will share today’s best practices you can use to protect yourself and your family while using the internet. You will learn: \n• Steps you can take immediately to protect your online identity\, money and personal information. \n• How to recognize secure websites and avoid sites that are unsafe. \n• How to protect yourself from massive personal information theft\, like the Equifax data breach\, affecting 143 million people in the United States. \n  \nMeet the Presenter: Aadil Shakir \nAadil Shakir is a Cyber Security & Privacy Consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)\,and has assisted clients in various industry verticals in developing Security and Risk Transformation Strategy. Aadil is a UT Dallas Graduate School Alumni\, having earned an MS in IT and Management. Aadil is active in educating groups and individuals about best practices to protect online identities. \nSeating limited to the first 40 Candidates. For planning purposes\, please email Marina Garcia at MGarcia@jfamilyservice.org with your intention to attend.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/4270/
LOCATION:JFS Job Search Resource Center
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Marina Garcia":MAILTO:mgarcia@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
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SUMMARY:Annual Diaper Shower
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations! In 2017\, you collected a record breaking 118\,165 diapers and 67\,573 wipes!\n  \nMark Your Calendars!\nStock the JFS Food Pantry with infant to adult diapers\, pull ups and wipes for community families in need. \nSunday\, October 21\, 2018\n1:00-3:00pm\n  \nSave Time & Donate Online through the month of October\n\nMail to Jewish Family Service\nATTN: Diaper Shower\nat 5402 Arapaho Rd. Dallas\, TX 75248 \n  \nFor More information\, visit www.jfsdallas.org/diaperon
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/annual-diaper-shower/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Family Service Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Denison":MAILTO:jdenison@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T150000
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SUMMARY:Win Your Next Job Using  Your Competitive Advantage
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free\, compelling workshop for people seeking employment or career advancement. Fred Shlesinger leads this interactive workshop on how to “be a better brand” and reach career goals. During his workshop\, every step of the way\, Fred will guide you in: \n• Realizing your value and attracting more potential employers \n• Developing the power of YOU & making a better first impression \n• Creating a personal value statement & peaking others’ interest in YOU \n• Designing a memorable business card\, inspiring people to contact you \n• Your YOU 2.0 Refresh \nMeet the Presenter\nFred Shlesinger is a local and national public speaker\, and has been speaking to transitional groups for over 13 years.Fred has over 38 years of business experience\, and over the last 14 years\, been a successful financial advisor. He will bring his and “street smart” sense of humor to this fresh workshop to guide you in uncovering the power of YOU that can help you win your next position. \nSeating is on a first-come basis and there is no reserved seating. For planning purposes\, please email Mitch Jacobs at mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org with your intention to attend.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/win-your-next-job-using-your-competitive-advantage/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T143000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Microsoft Excel
DESCRIPTION:Open to anyone in need\, Jewish Family Service Career And Employment Services offers FREE technical classes and workshops at our Job Search Resource Center to give strategic tools and knowledge for success in finding a job. \nPrerequisite – Completion of Basic MS Excel Course or Comprehension of its Topics \nMicrosoft-certified trainer\, Elaine Lowenkron will dig deeper into the Microsoft Excel program. \nTopics include: \n\nWorking with Long Documents\nWorking with Databases\nCreating Charts\n\nOnly 8 Seats Per Class. To receive more information about the classes or to register\, contact Phil Konecki at pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org  \nIt is necessary that participants honor their registration and attend in order to be eligible for future technical training classes offered by JFS.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/intermediate-microsoft-excel/
LOCATION:JFS Job Search Resource Center
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Konecki":MAILTO:pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T210000
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SUMMARY:The Great Pink Challah Bake
DESCRIPTION:All Dallas Jewish community women and girls 10 years old and over are invited to participate in the Shabbos Project “Pink” Challah bake. We will be participating in the International challah bake and bring awareness to breast cancer and BRCA1 gene. \nIn honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month\, Sharsheret and Myriad will be offering educational resources. BRCA screening and testing by a local provider will be available before the event. Please bring your insurance card. \nYou’re invited to join Jews from throughout the Metroplex in a massive community-wide event. We will be kicking off the International Shabbos Project with an inspiring Great Pink Challah Bake on Wednesday evening\, October 24. \nCurrent co-sponsoring organizations: \nCongregation Ohev Shalom\, Jewish Family Services\, Sephardic Torah Center of Dallas\, Levine Academy\, Shaare Tefila\, Ohr Ha Torah\, JET\, Mesorah High School\, DATA of Plano\, NAFSHI\, JLC
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/the-great-pink-challah-bake/
LOCATION:JCC\, 7900 Northaven Road\, Dallas\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Women's Caner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Broodo":MAILTO:bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T163000
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SUMMARY:How to Meet Your Salary Needs Seminar
DESCRIPTION:New! Employment Networking Group Speaker Series \nThursdays at JFS\n\n\n\nAt this free\, drop-in employment networking group presentation\, Matt Kochan will share his insights\, answer your questions and increase your confidence about how to reach your employment goals.\n\n\n\nHow to Meet Your Salary Needs Seminar\nThursday\, October 25\, 2018\n3:00pm to 4:30pm\nAt this free\, drop-in employment networking group presentation\, Matt Kochan will share his insights\, answer your questions and increase your confidence about how to reach your employment goals.\n\nKnowing how to approach the issue of salary can be confusing\, intimidating or frustrating. Attend Matt Kochan’s free seminar and become more clear and confident about how to position yourself in your job search to help ensure your financial needs and expectations are met.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/how-to-meet-your-salary-needs-seminar/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Harding":MAILTO:aharding@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T140000
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SUMMARY:"Connections to Your Future" Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nParticipating Companies Include: \nHilton\, Intuit\, Jones Lang LaSalle\, Wells Fargo\, Dallas Medical Center\, State Farm\, Honor Home Care\, CVS\, Service King\, PPG\, Cornerstone Automation\, iQOR\, Neiman Marcus \n  \nAttend the “Connections to Your Future” Career Fair! \nWednesday\, October 31\, 2018\nFrom 11:00 am to 2:00 pm\nThe Hilton\, Lincoln Center\nLakeview Room\n5410 LBJ Freeway\, Dallas\, TX 75240  \nOpportunities include\, but not limited to: \n\nHospitality\nCustomer service\nSales\nAdministrative\nManagement\n\nCandidates: prepare to meet the Career Fair Recruiters by bringing\nseveral copies of your resume and dressing in business casual attire. \nOpen to everyone. Free parking validations will be provided by The Hilton Hotel upon arrival. \nDirections from Plano or Addison areas:\nTravel South on the Dallas North Tollway S. / Dallas Pkwy. Take the exit toward Alpha Rd/Galleria Rd. Follow Dallas Pkwy and LBJ/635 Service Rd and sign to the Hilton Hotel main entrance on your right. Park in the guest parking lot and enter the front\, main entrance. \nDirections from Downtown Dallas:\nTravel North on the Dallas North Tollway N to Dallas Pkwy. Take the exit toward Galleria Rd/Alpha Rd. Continue on the LBJ Freeway/635 Eastbound Service Road. Follow the sign to the Hilton Hotel main entrance on your right. Park in the guest parking lot and enter the front\, main entrance. \n  \nCheck back regularly to learn more details in the coming weeks about the October 31st Job Fair!\nPlease email any questions about the Career Fair to Phil Konecki at PKonecki@JFSDallas.org.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/careerfair/
LOCATION:The Hilton Lincoln Center\, 5410 LBJ Freeway\, Dallas\, TX\, 75240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Konecki":MAILTO:pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T163000
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SUMMARY:11 Signs That Tell Recruiters You May Lack Emotional Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Recruiters and Managers are looking to you to demonstrate Emotional Intelligence (EQ) – how you respond and react in work situations that leads to positive results. \n  \nAttend our “11 Signs” Seminar and learn: \n\nto identify the 11 EQ traits that can be reduced and improve your career prospects\nthe high-EQ traits Recruiters and Managers seek in people they will hire and promote\nwhy high EQ is the critical factor in being a star performer at work\nto highlight your EQ and set yourself apart from the rest of the job candidates\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \nAllison Harding is the Director of Career and Financial Success program at JFS in Dallas. Allison has over 25 years of experience managing staffing and recruitment services\, developing effective program services and assisting clients to attain their career and financial goals.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/11-signs-that-tell-recruiters-you-may-lack-emotional-intelligence/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T150000
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SUMMARY:Financial Education Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Bill Langley – Financial Education Seminar \n 
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/financial-education-seminar/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T163000
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SUMMARY:How Your Money Habits Matter to Employers & Your Career
DESCRIPTION:Financial stress is suffered by millions of Americans living paycheck to paycheck regardless of income. It is impacting workplace productivity and employee retention. Your personal financial wellness matters to employers\, now more than ever\, because it can also impact their bottom line.  Employers are making changes accordingly.  Will you be prepared for the changes? \n\nAttend Bill’s important seminar and learn:\n\nTrends that could influence credit and employment decisions affecting job seekers and employees\nHow to be prepared for changes in how employers recruit and retain employees\nMyths and Truths about Credit Scores\nHow to maximize a positive impact of your credit score on your job search and career\n\n\nMeet the Presenter:\nBill Langley\, CFEd \nBill Langley is a Certified Financial Educator and Founder of QAR Inc\, a consulting firm which provides employee financial wellness solutions for employers. Bill has received recognition from agencies within the Texas Workforce Commission and the Small Business Administration for the seminars he has provided to area organizations.  Bill is a board member of the Lone Star chapter for the Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA) and served on an Advisory Committee for an Employer-Based Financial Wellness national research project. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/job-search-career-success-using-credit-wellness-strategies-2/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T153000
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SUMMARY:Modified Yoga with Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join our Cancer Support Services staff member\, Beth Broodo\, for a modified yoga session. The session will end in meditation. \nThis yoga session is scheduled for both Tuesdays at 2:30 PM and Thursdays at 1:00 PM at the Jewish Community Center in the mind and body room. \nPre-registration by email is required.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/modified-yoga-with-meditation/2018-11-06/
LOCATION:JCC\, 7900 Northaven Road\, Dallas\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Broodo":MAILTO:bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T110000
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SUMMARY:JFS Speaker Series: Depression in Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Family Service Speaker Series: Program Education for our Community\nVolunteers and community members are invited to the inaugural Staff Speaker Series at Jewish Family Service. Hear from our professionals about services JFS has to offer and important topics that may be valuable to know in your everyday interactions. \nSessions are free of charge\, one hour long\, and will be held in the JFS Board Room. \n  \nSession 3: Depression in Older Adults\nSpeaker: Debi Weiner\, Director of Older Adult Services \nDepression is not a normal part of aging!  It is under recognized and under diagnosed\, but highly treatable. Learn about the symptoms\, what to look for\, how it can be treated and how treatment can make a difference in an older person’s ability to maintain their independence. \nSchedule for 2018-2019: Staff Speaker Series_2018
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/jfs-speaker-series-depression-in-older-adults/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Family Service Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Denison":MAILTO:jdenison@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231153Z
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SUMMARY:4 Steps to Owning your Dream Career
DESCRIPTION:Based on his book\, “The Be Mission Critical: Own Your Dream Career”\, Jack Bick’s free seminar\, “4 Steps to Owning Your Dream Career will cover some of his key strategies to assist you to further your career or get a new job.  Attend Jack’s seminar and you will learn: \n\nwhat it means to “buck the trend” and how you can do this to reach your goals.\nhow to personalize your approach to your job search and set aside some of your competition.\nthe “4 Cs” of critical characteristics and how they can help you succeed now and in the future.\nThe 12 “Mission Critical” objectives and how to turn yourself into a “Mission Critical” hire for the job you want.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/dreamcareer/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231153Z
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SUMMARY:Emotional Regulation:  A Developmental Perspective
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Teachers\, Clinicians\, and Social Workers! \nCEU’s are available \nMonday\, November 12\, 2018\n7:00pm-9:00pm* \nDinner will be served at 6:30pm* and is available for\n$15 from Café Fino (vegetarian and dairy options) \nJewish Family Service\, Board Room | 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas\, TX 75248 \nDr. Smith and Dr. Ener will present the neuropsychological\, developmental and social development of emotional regulation in children. They will focus on ways to increase emotional regulation\, process difficult feelings and redirect behavior in the classroom.  Using interactive and experiential techniques\, you will have the opportunity to practice these skills before the end of the evening resulting in the practical application of techniques you can use in your classroom the very next day. \nDr. Elizabeth Ener\, Ph.D\, LPC\, NCC\, RPT  Child and Adolescent Clinical Therapist \nDr. Jamie Smith Psy.D Post-doctoral Fellow in Pediatric Neuropsychology \n  \nPlease RSVP to LFriedman@jfamilyservice.org by November 8\, 2018.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/emotional-regulation-a-developmental-perspective/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewish Family Service Event,Special Needs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20181031T224434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T233314Z
UID:4432-1542133800-1542137400@jfamilyservice.org
SUMMARY:Couples Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM for a couples workshop. This group is based on John Gottman‘s research on building the friendship in marriage. \nAll Cancer Support groups are downstairs in the Older Adult group room at 16910 Dallas Parkway. \nPre-registration is required\, please email Bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org for confirmation and availability.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/couples-workshop/2018-11-13/
LOCATION:Older Adult Offices – 16910 Dallas Parkway\, Suite 116 Dallas\, Texas 75248\, 16910 Dallas Parkway\, Suite 116\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Broodo":MAILTO:bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231154Z
UID:4530-1542207600-1542213000@jfamilyservice.org
SUMMARY:Abby Kohut's Career Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Abby Kohut\, nationally-recognized Recruiter & Consultant will be back in Dallas for a limited engagement at JFS!\n \nWednesday\, November 14th and Thursday\, November 15th\, 2018\n3:00pm to 4:30pm\nJewish Family Service\n5402 Arapaho Rd\, Dallas\, TX\n \nAt each of these two different seminars for job seekers\, Abby will share her wealth of knowledge\, experience and commitment to assist 1 million job seekers across the United States. Topics can range from how to interview like a rock star\, 47 uncommon ways to conduct an “Absolutely Awesome” job search and secrets recruiters don’t want you to know!\n \nAbby Kohut\, who is known in the job search world as Absolutely Abby\, is the President of Staffing Symphony\, LLC and author of “Absolutely Abby’s 101 Job Search Secrets.” Her website AbsolutelyAbby.com\, which was selected as one of the “Top 100 websites for Your Career” by Forbes\, teaches candidates the Absolute truth about the job search process. She has provided job search tips on Fox 5\, NBC\, CBS\, ABC\, Monster\, Real Simple\, The Ladders\, Bloomberg Radio\, and Forbes. Recently\, CEOWORLD Magazine rated Abby “One of the Top 25 Women for your Job Search.” \n \nASAP\, email your intent to attend these seminars to mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org. so that we can estimate needed accommodations. However\, there are no reserved seats\, and we recommend you arrive at least 45 minutes early to sign in at our lobby desk.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/abby-kohuts-career-seminar/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231154Z
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SUMMARY:Abby Kohut's Career Seminar 2
DESCRIPTION:Abby Kohut\, nationally-recognized Recruiter & Consultant will be back in Dallas for a limited engagement at JFS!\n \nWednesday\, November 14th and Thursday\, November 15th\, 2018\n3:00pm to 4:30pm\nJewish Family Service\n5402 Arapaho Rd\, Dallas\, TX\n \nAt each of these two different seminars for job seekers\, Abby will share her wealth of knowledge\, experience and commitment to assist 1 million job seekers across the United States. Topics can range from how to interview like a rock star\, 47 uncommon ways to conduct an “Absolutely Awesome” job search and secrets recruiters don’t want you to know!\n \nAbby Kohut\, who is known in the job search world as Absolutely Abby\, is the President of Staffing Symphony\, LLC and author of “Absolutely Abby’s 101 Job Search Secrets.” Her website AbsolutelyAbby.com\, which was selected as one of the “Top 100 websites for Your Career” by Forbes\, teaches candidates the Absolute truth about the job search process. She has provided job search tips on Fox 5\, NBC\, CBS\, ABC\, Monster\, Real Simple\, The Ladders\, Bloomberg Radio\, and Forbes. Recently\, CEOWORLD Magazine rated Abby “One of the Top 25 Women for your Job Search.” \n \nASAP\, email your intent to attend these seminars to mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org. so that we can estimate needed accommodations. However\, there are no reserved seats\, and we recommend you arrive at least 45 minutes early to sign in at our lobby desk.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/abby-kohuts-career-seminar-2/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181120
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231155Z
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SUMMARY:Agency Closed: New Year’s Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/agency-closed-new-years-day/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agency Closed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231155Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED THIS WEEK: 50+ and Open Employment Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:This recurring networking group will not take place on 11/19 due to the holiday. The event will resume the following week. \n  \nEvery Monday from 3:00pm-4:30pm at Jewish Family Service \nThis group connects participants to address the challenge of  “what do I do now?” as a job seeker with extensive employment history or for those who are just starting a new career. JFS professional counselors lead strategic discussions to help participants identify the most marketable skills\, prepare and organize a successful job search and understand entrepreneurial opportunities. Contact Allison Harding at aharding@jfamilyservice.org or (972) 437-9950 for more information.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/employment-networking-groups-individuals-50-2018-11-19/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Harding":MAILTO:aharding@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231155Z
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Office Beginner Class
DESCRIPTION:  \nOpen to anyone in need\, Jewish Family Service Career And Employment Services offers FREE technical classes and workshops at our Job Search Resource Center to give strategic tools and knowledge for success in finding a job. \nMicrosoft-certified trainer\, Elaine Lowenkron will dig deeper into the Microsoft Word Program. \nTopics include: \n\nPurpose of MS Word\nThe Word Screen\nBasics of MS Word\nWorking with Word documents\nPreviewing/printing\nCreating documents\n\nOnly 8 Seats Per Class. To receive more information about the classes or to register\,  \ncontact Phil Konecki at pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org. It is necessary that participants honor their registration and attend in order to be eligible for future technical training classes offered by JFS.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/microsoft-office-beginner-class/
LOCATION:JFS Job Search Resource Center
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Konecki":MAILTO:pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181122
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231156Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - Agency Closing at 5:00pm
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/thanksgiving-agency-closing-at-500pm/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agency Closed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20181031T221849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T223231Z
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SUMMARY:Breast Cancer support group
DESCRIPTION:The third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM join us for our Breast Cancer support group.  This group is designed to reduce anxiety and increase self understanding and self acceptance. \n  \nAll Cancer Support groups are downstairs in the Older Adult group room at 16910 Dallas Parkway. \nPre-registration is required\, please email Bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org for confirmation.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/breast-cancer-support-group/2018-11-21/
LOCATION:Older Adult Offices – 16910 Dallas Parkway\, Suite 116 Dallas\, Texas 75248\, 16910 Dallas Parkway\, Suite 116\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Broodo":MAILTO:bbroodo@jfamilyservice.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181123
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231156Z
UID:4158-1542844800-1542931199@jfamilyservice.org
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - Agency Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/thanksgiving-agency-closed/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agency Closed
GEO:32.9589497;-96.8191731
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181124
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231156Z
UID:4160-1542931200-1543017599@jfamilyservice.org
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - Agency Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/thanksgiving-agency-closed-2/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agency Closed
GEO:32.9589497;-96.8191731
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231157Z
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SUMMARY:Different Date for December: LinkedIn Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LinkedIn Workshop Today’s Strategies That Get Results \nFree Admission \nHeld the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30pm-7:00pm \nAs time permits\, Locke Alderson will provide free LinkedIn profile assessments for those who attend this workshop. This workshop is designed to assist participants in improving how they present themselves on LinkedIn. We will also discuss how to reach more employers and land your next job. \nLocke will help improve your LinkedIn profile\, get job prospects and draw more employers to you. In our workshops\, you will learn how to: \n\nSet up your LinkedIn account with basic settings\nChange your privacy and security settings to better control your information\nUse your existing resume to create your profile\nOptimize your profile to get “found” by recruiters & hiring managers when they search for candidates\nUse the “jobs” feature to find the right jobs for you\n\nPlease RSVP to Mitch Jacobs at mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org or (972) 437-9950. Seating is limited. \nLocke Alderson is a Career Consultant & Coach at LeeHechtHarrison\, working with those in career transition\, and a Professional & Executive Recruiter at Alderson & Associates.  Previously\, Mr. Alderson was a Senior Career Consultant with Mullin International and Senior Recruiter at Oracle. Prior to joining Oracle\, Mr. Alderson was a Principal Recruiter at Siebel where he recruited CRM consultants and managers. Locke holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Texas A&M University and an MBA from University of California at Berkeley. He currently lives in Plano\, Texas with his wife Barbara.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/linked-in-workshop-2018-12-11/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231157Z
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SUMMARY:10 Winning Answers for Challenging Interview Questions
DESCRIPTION:At this free\, drop-in employment networking group speaker series\, Matt Kochan will share his insights\, answer your questions and increase your confidence about how to reach your employment goals.\n \n3:00pm to 4:00pm\nat Jewish Family Service\, 5402 Arapaho Road\,\nDallas\, Texas 75248\n \nAttend our seminar where Matt will clear up misconceptions about what employers want when asking difficult interview questions and how to address their\nneeds with greater ease. Matt will discuss effective approaches to answering challenging questions\, such as:\n \n“Why should I hire you?”\n“What is your greatest weakness?”\n“Tell me about a time that you made a significant mistake at work and what you did to correct it.”\n“Who was your best boss and who was the worst\, and why?”\n \nMatt Kochan has been the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Services and Support at Nortel Networks and McAfee\, and started an IT Services company. He has led over 40\,000 employees. Matt has a strong a track record in improving employee  and client satisfaction. Matt learned at an early age the importance of working hard. He has always believed\, to succeed\, you need to be better tomorrow than today. He enjoys coaching and developing people. Today\, he volunteers at Dallas-Ft. Worth nonprofit and community services organizations\, and shares his insights on with others about how to obtain employment.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/10-winning-strategies-for-challenging-interview-questions/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitch Jacobs":MAILTO:mjacobs@jfamilyservice.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031121
CREATED:20240116T231158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T231158Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate MS Word Class
DESCRIPTION:Open to anyone in need\, Jewish Family Service Career And Employment Services offers FREE technical classes and workshops at our Job Search Resource Center to give strategic tools and knowledge for success in finding a job. \nComprehension of the Beginner MS Word objectives is a prerequisite of this course \nMicrosoft-certified trainer\, Elaine Lowenkron will cover the basics of the Microsoft Word program. \nTopics include: \n\nAdvanced Direct Formatting\nIntroduction to Styles\nWorking with Tables\nModifying Page Layout\nInserting Graphics into Documents\n\nOnly 8 Seats Per Class. To receive more information about the classes or to register\, contact Phil Konecki at pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org \n  \nIt is necessary that participants honor their registration and attend \nin order to be eligible for future technical training classes offered by JFS.
URL:https://jfamilyservice.org/event/intermediate-ms-word-class/
LOCATION:JFS (5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas 75248)\, 5402 Arapaho Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Konecki":MAILTO:pkonecki@jfamilyservice.org
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