Specialized Employment Services

The Alexander JFS Career and Employment Center provides support, guidance, motivation and opportunities for clients facing challenges. Our Career Coaches create a structured career plan based on validated assessments, skill sets and personal interests. We tailor and personalize each plan to cater to the client’s individual challenges.  We actively collaborate with employers to create an inclusive and supportive work environment.

We Provide:
  • Job search & interview skills for professionals 50+
  • Strategic tools and guidance to navigate job search
  • How to overcome challenges in the workplace
  • Facilitating accommodations
  • On the job coaching

Programs & Services

Adults 55+

Personalized job coaching and mentoring.

Re-entering or advancing in today’s job market after 55 can feel daunting. Our Career Coaches help you highlight experience, translate skills to current roles, and navigate age-related bias with confidence.

  • Personalized career coaching and job-search strategy
  • Résumé refresh to showcase results and recent skills
  • LinkedIn optimization and networking guidance
  • Interview prep, salary/benefits conversations, and negotiation support
  • Upskilling plans (digital literacy, new tools, industry certifications)
  • Employer connections open to experienced talent

Career Gaps & Transitions

Whether you took time away for caregiving, health, military service, or a career change, we help you return to work—or pivot—with a clear story and plan. We provide: 

  • Career exploration & skills assessment
  • Résumé + LinkedIn updates that address gaps strategically
  • Interview coaching to confidently explain your transition
  • Short-term training, certifications, or volunteer/bridge roles
  • Step-by-step job-search plan and accountability
  • Referrals to wraparound supports if needed

Recent College Graduates

Community organizations offering additional services.

New degree, now what? We help recent and soon-to-be grads turn education into employment with a practical, customized search plan.

  • Career direction and target-role mapping
  • Résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn polishing
  • Portfolio and interview preparation (including mock interviews)
  • Internship, entry-level, and early-career employer connections
  • Job-search tactics: networking, career fairs, and outreach scripts
  • First-job readiness: workplace norms, onboarding, and advancement

Common Questions about MainStreet Opportunities

Do you work with the Texas Workforce Commission?

Yes, we work with TWC through Workforce Solutions and/or TWC, Vocational Rehabilitation.

I am not sure what job I should apply for?

Through assessments and personalized conversation, we assist you in determining the appropriate career path.

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Get In Touch

Please complete the Career & Employment Center contact form to speak with a staff member. We will be in touch within two business days.

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Hours of Operation

8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday - Thursday

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday

Need Help Now?

For Medical Emergences: Call ortext 911

For Mental Health Emergencies: Callor text 988

Additional Resources:

Houston Crisis Hotline

(866) 970-4770

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

suicidepreventionlifeline.org

The Trevor Project, LGBTQ Crisis Hotline

(866) 488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline:

(800) 799-SAFE(7233)
www.thehotline.org

After the crisis:

For CURRENT Alexander JFS clients: please provide an update toyour Alexander JFS staff about the care you received through any emergencyresources.

For NEW clients who are seeking Alexander JFS services for thefirst time: please inform the Alexander JFS staff about the recent carereceived through any emergency resources. 

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