OUR MISSION
JFCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community service agency that strengthens individuals and families by empowering people to care for themselves and others. This is accomplished through a wide range of high quality social services and programs including therapy, information and referral, support, education and advocacy. By combining contemporary clinical skills with values of charity, righteousness and compassion, Jewish Family & Children’s Service seeks to assist families with many of life’s toughest challenges. Since 1937, our agency has served those in need in Greater Mercer County.
OUR COMMITTMENT
In a world of stress, health challenges, and disconnected families, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) of Greater Mercer County offers the most comprehensive social services in central New Jersey for people of all ages and backgrounds. The agency provides help, hope, and healing with high-quality programs and clinical services.
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OUR TEAM
Michelle Napell
Executive Director
Michelle's Bio
Michelle Napell stepped into the role of Executive Director of Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) in June 2016 after previously serving as Executive Director of One Family Fund.
Beverly Mishkin, LCSW
Director of Case Management & Senior Services
Beverly's Bio
Beverly oversees the Case Management and Senior Services departments which provide valuable programs for older adults as well as referrals and information for those needing to connect with community resources. After receiving her MSW from the University of Maryland, Beverly worked with a diverse clientele at JFCS of the Suncoast in Sarasota, FL for twenty years as a Senior Clinician and Director of Jewish Programs. She was also involved in a research protocol, conducted through New York University’s Memory Clinic, involving dementia patients and their caregivers.
Shirley Bellardo, LCSW, LCADC
Director of Clinical Services
Shirley's Bio
Shirley Bellardo, LCSW, LCADC joined JFCS in 2018 in the role of Director of Clinical Services. Prior to that she worked for a community social service agency for more than 20 years. When Shirley was offered employment at JFCS she did not hesitate to accept as she knew the mission and values of the Agency aligned with her own. Shirley has over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions and addictions. She shares this experience with the clinical staff through supervision and clinical case conferences. Shirley is a member of the Mercer County Traumatic Loss Coalition and Professional Advisory Meeting.
Administrative Support
Beth Dempsey-Rule Manager of Operations
Helaine Isaacs Resource Development Associate
Barbara Reiff Director of Finance and Human Resources
Marti Yeye Administrative Assistant
Clinical (Mental Health Counseling)
Julie Bond, LAMFT Marriage and Family Therapist
Claire Brown, LSW Bilingual Social Worker
Wendy Cacacie, LCSW Social Worker
Teri Cheresnick, LCSW, LCADC Social Worker
Julie Harris, MSW Intern
Linda Kanner, LCSW Social Worker
Arlene Munoz, LSW Bilingual Social Worker
Mara Myerson, LCSW, LCADC Social Worker
Community & Teen Programs
Eden Aaronson Coordinator of Volunteers and Community Programming
Celeste Albert, LCSW Coordinator of Teen Programs
Joyce Weinstein Teen and Community Programs Assistant
Hunger Prevention Programs
Beth Englezos Manager of Senior Programs and Hunger Prevention
Debi Henritzy Kosher Cafe Coordinator
Evelyn Hernandez Program Assistant for Counseling & Hunger Prevention
Val Wilson Kosher Cafe Assistant
Senior Services
Janice Baer, LCSW Holocaust Survivor Program Manager
Andrea Gaynor, LCSW Geriatric Care Manager
Beth Hammer, LCSW Geriatric Care Manager
Matthew Heiblim, LSW Geriatric Care Manager
Beverly Rubman Chaplain and Support Group Facilitator
JOIN OUR TEAM – CURRENT JOB/INTERNSHIP POSTINGS
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY DRIVER (NON-CDL) & ASSISTANT
The JFCS Mobile Food Pantry Truck brings the resources of the JFCS brick-and-mortar pantry to help those most in need in Mercer County. We are seeking a responsible part-time assistant to help with stocking, food distribution as well as driving. The truck is 16-feet and a CDL is not required. Days are primarily Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with some flexibility.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Drive truck to scheduled Mercer county locations to distribute food, as well as to food banks, supermarkets and other collection sites to pick-up food
- Assist clients and volunteers at distribution sites
- Maintain an organized truck
- Clean all areas of the truck to meet safety standards
- Check all items to make sure they meet pantry guidelines (kosher, expiration dates)
- Shop for and order food to maintain inventory levels for all products categories
- Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items while stocking products, during transit and while storing products
- Ensure that refrigerator and freezer maintain appropriate temperatures
- Complete required paperwork such as mileage logs, trip logs, fuel logs, temperature logs and safety checks
- Drive carefully and observe/comply with all traffic signs and laws
- Additional projects and assignments as assigned, including answering phones, referrals to other agencies, seasonal assistance
Physical and Working Conditions:
- Must be capable of performing the above essential duties to include frequently lifting 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and frequently moving 50 or more pounds using dolly/cart/truck.
Other:
- Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with clients, volunteers and coworkers
- Ability to work as a team member
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid driver’s license (non-commercial is acceptable)
- Good driving record and the ability to exercise good judgment
- Flexibility of hours (some evenings required)
- Driving at least 1 year
- Criminal background check and references will be required
Please send resume to the attention of Beth Englezos at bethe@jfcsonline.org.
