Career Coaching for Individuals Facing Challenges

The Alexander JFS Career and Employment Center provides support, guidance, motivation and opportunities for clients facing challenges. Our Career Coaches create a structured career plan based on validated assessments, skill sets and personal interests. We tailor and personalize each plan to cater to the client’s individual challenges.  We actively collaborate with employers to create an inclusive and supportive work environment.

We Provide:
  • Job search & interview skills for professionals 50+
  • Strategic tools and guidance to navigate job search
  • How to overcome challenges in the workplace
  • Facilitating accommodations
  • On the job coaching

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Career Professionals with Challenges

Guiding clients in their job search and career development.

Personalized job coaching and mentoring are crucial for clients facing challenges to employment. Our Career Coaches support our clients by helping them navigate through their challenges including professionals 50+, career gaps, disabilities, family responsibilities, lack of required education, legal issues and termination.

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People with Disabilities

Personalized job coaching and counseling are crucial for individuals facing barriers to employment. Our Texas Workforce Commission-certificed Job Coaches provide guidance on career development, overcoming obstacles, and building the necessary skills for successful employment.

We provide: 

  • Job search support
  • On-the-job training
  • Self-advocacy
  • SSI/SSDI Benefit application services
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Resources

Community organizations offering additional services.

We are proud to partner with organizations to provide additional resources and assist you in your job search.

Partners include: 

  • Texas Workforce Commission
  • Workforce Solutions
  • Social Security Administration
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"After my divorce, with a career gap as a stay-at-home mom, I had to find a way to support myself. Thanks to Alexander JFS, I got certified in medical billing and coding, securing my financial independence."
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"I am very excited to begin my new job, which I found with assistance of the Alexander JFS Employment team. Your guidance and advice helped me rebuild my confidence, thank you! As I continue developing my career goals, I look forward to staying in touch."
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Please complete the Career and Employment Center contact form to speak with a staff member. We will be in touch within two business days.

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‍(713) 986-7865

jfsemployment@alexanderjfs.org

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