CHJCC Hires New Director of Social Services

The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council has announced the appointment of Shlomo Friedman as the new Director of Social Services.

This new position will lead the community-based social service office of the CHJCC, “bringing much needed focus and expertise to that area of service,” the CHJCC Board of Directors said.

Friedman, a resident of Flatbush, Brooklyn, comes with over 25 years of experience in this field, and was recommended by other JCC Directors in the Brooklyn area, a member of the CHJCC Board told COLlive.

Friedman has a background in helping people and optimizing organizations, the Board said.

In this new role of Director of Social Services, he will focus on several key areas for the CHJCC:

• Program Development: Creating and implementing new programs to meet the needs of our community.
• Customer Service: Developing and implementing strategic plans to enhance our services.
• Leadership and Management: Providing strong leadership and effective management of the social services team.
• Funding Development: Identifying and securing funding sources to support our programs.
• Staff Development: Ensuring the development and supervision of staff.
• Enhance Reporting: Providing monthly reports of accomplishments to the CHJCC Executive Director and Board.

“With this new hire, we are confident that we are better positioned to enhance service to our community and provide the maximum amount of assistance to Crown Heights families and individuals, ensuring that everyone who comes into our office receives courteous and effective service,” said the CHJCC Board.

CHJCC Services and Resources:

The following are the benefits and resources currently offered by the CHJCC. If you would like to discuss eligibility or learn more, please contact Shlomo at 718-778-8808 Extension 7723 or stop by the office at 387 Kingston Ave, 9 am- 5 pm.

• Access to Government Benefits: Facilitating access to benefits such as SNAP, SCRIE, housing subsidies, and utility assistance.
• Crisis Management: Providing support for families dealing with illness, bereavement, child-rearing issues, or family breakup, as well as ongoing support for single parents.
• Senior Care: Managing services for seniors aging in the community, including Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.
• Holocaust Survivor Program: Overseeing the program dedicated to Holocaust survivors.
• Professional Referrals: Referring individuals to professionals for in-depth care.
• Support for Crime Victims: Assisting victims of crime through New York State programs.
• Housing Services: Managing housing-related services.
• Food Pantry: Overseeing the operations of our food pantry.
• Economic Development Program: Providing free counseling and business-related courses through our economic development program.