JVS Career & Employment

Who We Serve

We provide opportunities to job seekers from all walks of life, helping them achieve self-sufficiency and fulfillment through employment.

Our services include career counseling, job preparation, job skills training, referrals and placement and small business development.

We help employers strengthen their teams through job matching, networking and more.

Winning the Interview

Northern Cook County Job Fair For Individuals With Disabilities

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Winning the Interview

4000+ people supported with their employment in the last 5 years (47% have a disability, when known)

100% businesses surveyed either Likely or Extremely Likely to use JCFS with future hiring

594 businesses assisted to build diversity in their workforce and improve their bottom line

132,000 hours of employment support services provided at low or no cost to clients since 2016

Our programs, for young adults, adults, mature workers and people with disabilities, positively impact the lives of more than 5,000 people annually.