About

Our Purpose

• To facilitate job placement of individuals represented by JPC members
• To inform employers about advantages and financial incentive programs available when hiring these individuals
• To participate in community awareness and advocacy activities in order to improve opportunities for individuals seeking employment
• To assist JPC members by providing a forum for networking and professional development

Range of Services

For Employers

• A pool of qualified, reliable employees
• Support services provided by member agencies
• Information about tax credits and financial incentive programs

For Job Seekers

• Job placement of individuals represented by JPC members
• Quality support services

For Members

• Networking and professional development
• Training
• Monthly meetings that inform and educate member agencies and businesses on legislation and community activities

Who We Serve

New York Counties Served

The JPC serves consumers of our member agencies who have barriers to employment including, but not limited to

• Youth
• Veterans
• Ex-offenders
• Persons with history of alcohol/chemical dependence
• Individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Dislocated Workers
• Displaced Homemakers
• Older Workers
• Persons enrolled in education or training programs
• Persons receiving benefits including, but not limited to:
  • Public Assistance
  • Food Stamps
  • Supplemental Security Income
  • Social Security Disability
  • Unemployment Insurance
  • Workers Compensation

In order to receive JPC services, a representative from a member agency must have their consumer fill out a registration form and have it faxed or mailed to the JPC office prior to making an appointment.

State Affiliates

• VESID (Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities)
• CBVH (Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped)
• OMRDD (Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities)
• OMH (Office of Mental Health)
• DOL (Department of Labor)
• DDPC (Developmental Disabilities Planning Council)

Funding

The JPC operates on a very limited budget. We rely on a combination of public and private funds to maintain and expand our services to both the consumers we serve and the business community. If you would like to make a contribution, please contact the JPC office.