Mission, Vision, and History
Mission:
JEVS Human Services (JEVS) works with individuals to create sustainable paths to independence and economic security.
Vision:
Every person achieves personal independence and fulfillment.
Our priorities include:
- Workforce Development. Specialized skills and job training programs support unemployed and underemployed individuals, older adults, refugees, and those who are justice-involved.
- Career & Technical Education. Apprenticeships, externships, and certifications for in-demand industries, including building trades, information technology, healthcare careers, and advanced manufacturing among others. We run Orleans Technical College which is accredited for building trades and healthcare.
- Community Living & Home Support. Personalized care and support services, enabling individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs to live independently and thrive within their communities.
- JEVS Care at Home. Individualized assistance to older adults and people with disabilities to live in their own homes, supporting both the caregiver and the individual.
History:
JEVS Human Services (JEVS) has an 80+ year history in working with individuals to create sustainable paths to independence and economic security. JEVS’ vision is to help every person achieve personal independence and fulfillment. Our mission and vision reflect JEVS’ long-standing history of helping people connect to opportunity and cultivate independence.
JEVS began in 1941 as the Employment and Vocational Bureau to aid Jewish refugees fleeing the Nazis during World War II. JEVS helped them resettle in America and find meaningful work. In 1951, JEVS became Jewish Education and Vocational Services. In 2010, the nonprofit was renamed to JEVS Human Services to signify the broad range of services we provide across diverse communities. Our reach today includes programs for nearly every age group, race, and gender. JEVS’ network of services focuses on providing career and technical education, workforce development, home care, and social services for thousands of individuals annually. We continue the work started over 80 years ago to address today’s most challenging issues.