About JFS
A Little History
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest has its community origins dating back to 1861, in Newark, New Jersey, when it was known as the Hebrew Benevolent and Orphan Asylum. Today JFS is a comprehensive social service agency, with office locations serving Essex, Morris, Sussex, north Union and parts of Hudson Counties. JFS annually serves more than 3,500 families, on a non-discriminatory basis, comprising close to 10,000 people.
Our Mission
Guided by the wisdom and values of our tradition of respect for all people, Jewish Family Service of MetroWest, New Jersey provides innovative, compassionate and outstanding social services to enhance the independence and well-being of individuals and families throughout all stages of life.
Our Vision
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest will be the premier Agency within the MetroWest, New Jersey area providing for the social services and mental health needs of the greater community with unparalleled professionalism, humanity and respect for all who seek its support.
About Jewish Family Service of MetroWest
JFS of MetroWest is a beneficiary agency of United Jewish Communities of MetroWest NJ and is also a beneficiary agency of the United Way of Essex and West Hudson, United Way of Millburn-Short Hills, United Way of Morris County and United Way of North Essex.
JFS is a Council on Accreditation Partner. The Council on Accreditation (COA) is an international, independent, not-for-profit, child and family service and behavioral health accrediting organization.
JFS is also a member agency of the Association of Jewish Family and Children's Agencies and is a 501(c)3 nonprofit social service agency. To view all our Programs and Services, please click on the link.
About Our Work
Click here to watch a video about JFS and the work we do in the MetroWest community.
Board of Trustees
Please view our current Board of Trustees.
Employment Opportunities
Please view our current employment opportunities.
JFS Annual Report 2009/2010
Please view our Annual Report 2009/2010
