A Career With Purpose: Becoming A Direct Support Professional APPLY NOW! BECOME A CARE PROFESSIONAL Are you looking for more than just a job? Are you someone who leads with kindness, patience, and a desire to make a difference? Then becoming a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Jawonio might be the career you didn’t know you were waiting for. At…
Statement from Randi Rios-Castro, CEO on ‘The Big Beautiful Bill’ July 3, 2025 Every Day So Much Good Happens Here We’re now deep into the heart of summer, and at Jawonio that means something special: the sound of laughter echoing across our campus. Our Summer Education Program — rooted in the rich legacy of what was once…
Celebrating Freedom, Embracing Inclusivity: The Intersecting Narratives of July 4th and Jawonio As the United States gears up to celebrate its 249th Independence Day on July 4th, a day synonymous with freedom, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on what “freedom” truly means for all members of our society.…
More Than Awareness: Celebrating Our Mental Health Heroes As May draws to a close, so too does Mental Health Awareness Month. But for the incredible teams within our Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) program and our dedicated Care Management teams, the commitment to fostering well-being and empowering individuals on their mental health journeys never ends. …
Celebrating Our Incredible Nurses! “Not all Angels Have Wings…Some Have Scrubs” ~ (unknown) Katzen Staff Thank You! Nurses Thank You Luncheon National Nurses Month is celebrated throughout the month of May. Specifically, National Nurses Week is celebrated from May 6-12. This is a time to recognize and appreciate the work of our nurses, who form…
Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month at Jawonio: Embracing Neurodiversity and Innovation April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals with autism. At Jawonio, we’re proud to join the global community in fostering understanding, acceptance, and inclusion. More than just awareness, we strive for a world where neurodiversity is…
Jawonio Hosts Rally in the Valley: Protecting Medicaid for Our Community Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s words, The Fierce Urgency of Now, are as relevant today as they were at the March on Washington in 1965. The urgency to safeguard Medicaid for children and adults with disabilities and mental health challenges, is more critical than…
Let’s Celebrate National Caregivers Day National Caregivers Day, observed annually on the third Friday of February, is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of caregivers. At Jawonio, we take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to our exceptional care teams at every level. Each of our lifespan services division staff provides…
Black History Month 2025 Celebrating “African Americans and Labor” at the Intersection of History and Ability We Must Never Forget That Black History is American History Black History Month is a time for reflection, celebration, and education. Jawonio, in both Rockland and Yonkers, honors the remarkable achievements throughout our history, and to acknowledge the ongoing struggles…
Jawonio Advocacy Event: Rally in the Valley March 7, 2025 10am | Boulders Stadium WHY YOUR VOICE MATTERS IN 2025 The challenges facing Jawonio this year, along with our sister agencies in New York State are undeniable. Inadequate funding, increasing operational costs, and the growing needs of the communities we serve are putting immense strain…
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