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Because Social Workers Change Futures
In 1984, President Ronald Reagan established the National Professional Social Worker's Month. It has been celebrated every March since then and this year is no different. We at JBFCS honor those who choose this profession. JBFCS employs nearly 300 social workers, who work unfailingly in all our areas of service with children and adolescents, families, people with developmental disabilities, those with severe mental illness, the physically and emotionally abused, and others. From 1889, when Jane Addams established Hull House, to today, when social workers serve in clinics for adults with mental illness, residences for those developmental disabilities, schools for children on the autism spectrum, and more, the social work profession has helped those in need.

A Loss of One of Our Own


On March 2, David Gillette, a resident at our Vernondale Intermediate Care Facility passed away. David lived with us for 17 years. Although his verbal skills weren't the best, he taught those who lived with him that language had little to do with caring and compassion. In the words of Claudia Rubicco, Director of the Westchester Developmental Disabilities Division, who brought David into the Vernondale family, "David taught us that no matter what age you are, or what your limitations may be, you can still have an energy and enthusiasm for life." David will be sorely missed at Vernondale—by his friends, his roommate, the staff, and everyone he encountered.

Another JBFCS Social Worker's Efforts Recognized

Avraham Grossman, LCSW, one of Pride of Judea's best social workers, has been selected to receive the Queensboro Council for Social Welfare's  (QCSW) Certificate in Recognition of Excellent  Service in conjunction with National Social Work Month.  Avraham has worked at Pride of Judea for nearly four years and has an excellent track record, true compassion, and an unwavering commitment to those he serves. He splits his time between the JBFCS Partners in Caring Program and Pride of Judea's mental health center. Congratulations are in order.

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Meet Antonia Barba

Antonia Barba

This Clinical Coordinator for JBFCS' Loss & Bereavement Program, measures personal success by how happy and satisfied she feels—in her work, her everyday life, her choices. And right now, she's feeling pretty successful. Click here to listen.

Annual Spring Benefit

On April 5, JBFCS honors Brad S. Karp, David S. Kleger, Ira Schuman, and Jamie B.W. Stecher. These four extraordinary New Yorkers have made commitments to improving the quality of life of those who can't do so for themselves, ensuring care for the most vulnerable New Yorkers. WNBC News Anchor Melissa Russo will MC an evening of dining and festivities. Log on to www.jbfcs.org to RSVP for an event guaranteed to warm your soul.

Alicia Montero's Social Work Commitment Honored

Alicia Montero

 

We always love when one of our own is recognized for her work. This month, Alicia Montero, Director of our MBCS Manhattan North Community Counseling Services, was honored by the Latino Social Work Task Force at its 7th Annual Dinner Awards. The Puerto Rican Family Institute (PRFI) and the New York City Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-NYC) combined forces to address the shortage of Latino social workers in New York City, recognizing that more culturally and linguistically competent professionals were urgently needed to address the complex needs of New York's diverse, largely immigrant, low-income, and rapidly-growing Latino community. We are proud to be represented by Alicia Montero, an exceptionally talented and committed social worker and leader.