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LIVES & LIVELIHOODS

Making a Difference

Based on a passionate mission rooted in the ultimate act of philanthropy, PCS becomes the powerful link in making a difference in the lives and livelihoods of individuals and families.

Our program includes robust career courses and job placement services geared towards the success of men and women seeking gainful employment in today’s highly competitive
job market.

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HANDS-ON

Our Leadership

We’re a nonprofit division of Agudath Israel of America - a collaborative team with the experience, drive and manpower to help you meet individual goals and achieve consequential results.

Chairman of the Board of Directors

Gedaliah Weinberger

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As Chairman of the Board of Directors, Gedaliah Weinberger is a guiding force of PCS. He holds a BS from Brooklyn College in mathematics and a MS from the Courant Institute at New York University, and has Rabbinical Ordination from Yeshiva Torah Vodaas. Mr. Weinberger was a founder of American Healthware Systems, a developer of software for the healthcare industry. The company grew significantly under his guidance and merged with Siemens Corp. Currently sitting on several boards of directors, including the boards of Yeshiva Torah Vodaath and Beth Medrash Govoha of Lakewood, he is also the Chairman of the Board Emeritus of Agudath Israel of America, the Chairman of the Daf Yomi Commission and the Chairman of the Board of New York Community Hospital of Brooklyn.

Board Member

Shmuel Lefkowitz

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Rabbi Shmuel Lefkowitz has decades of experience in the nonprofit and for-profit sector. Since 1977, Rabbi Lefkowitz has been an Officer at Agudath Israel of America, involved in affordable housing, funding and legislation for nonpublic schools, legislation mandating insurance coverage for infertility diagnosis and treatment, job training and placement. He is also one of the founders and serves as president of Chayim Aruchim. In 2003, he was appointed president of NJ HAND, INC. which developed affordable housing units for low and moderate-income families in Lakewood, NJ. Rabbi Lefkowitz has Rabbinical ordination from Mirrer Yeshiva , a Masters of Art in Psychology from the New School for Social Research, and a Masters in Social Work from Wurzweiler School for Social Work. Rabbi Lefkowitz served as a Board Member of Maimonides Medical Center and was Chairman of the Board of the Metropolitan Jewish Health System.

Board Member

Yossi Feldman

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Rabbi Yossi Feldman studied at Yeshiva Torah Vodaas and Bais Hatalmud in Eretz Yisroel. Inspired by Rabbi Moshe Sherer and his father Rabbi Yitzchok Feldman, Rabbi Feldman has always been sensitive to the needs of the klal, volunteering in various capacities. In 1987, he established Professional Career Services because many Jewish families were feeling the impact of the economic recession. Through his klal work for PCS, Rabbi Feldman had the opportunity to consult with gedolim including Rav Shach, Rav Elyashiv and Rav Chaim Epstein. Through Rabbi Feldman’s efforts, Professional Career Services has expanded to two locations and assisted tens of thousands of people in the past three decades

PCS Director

Daniel Soloff

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Daniel Soloff has 13 years of experience in education and holds a Masters degree in Rabbinic Studies from Beth Medrash Govoha in Rabbinic and Tamudic Studies, as well as a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from Adelphi University. He was one of PCS’s founders who spearheaded its 1997 establishment, and became its National Director in 2002. Daniel’s mission is grounded in upgrading job placement services and career training programs to better serve the growing community. Accommodating the many trailblazing initiatives he directed, the organization’s staff has expanded 4 times its original size.

Department Chair


Software, Programing and Apps

Shlomo Lubowsky

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Desktop and Networking Support

Izzy Kleinahadler

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Real Estate

Akiva Elezary

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Real Estate

Uri Kahanow

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Lakewood, NJ

Director of Job Development

Aviva Barrish

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Placement Director

Yoel Tolwinski

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Placement Director

Faigy Ort

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Career Counselor

Tzvi Pirutinsky, PhD

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Career Counselor

Deena Nahari

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FDU MS Accounting Placement Coordinator

Leah Stromer, CPA

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FDU MS Accounting Placement Coordinator

Rus Zucker

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Office Manager

Zeldy Waxman

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Course Coordinator

Sarah Massry

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Course Coordinator

Raizy Perl

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Special Projects Coordinator

Sara Lefkowitz

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Brooklyn, NY


Placement Director

Moshe Tyberg

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A graduate of Beer Yaakov Yeshiva in Israel and Touro college in NY, Moshe Tyberg has been with PCS since 2007. Networking with small and mid-size businesses located in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Moshe works with many of these companies with a focus on hiring needs, particularly in the placement of bookkeepers and controllers and general management.

Placement Director

Abe Brown

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Abe Brown has several decades of experience in management roles, including marketing, HR, government relations and employee training. He was instrumental in establishing a partnership between J & R and Amazon. <br/><br/> Abe brings his unique skills and compassion to PCS, with his trademark passion for helping others.

Monsey, NY



Director of Job Placement & Development

Yocheved Kushner

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<p>Yocheved Kushner has been the Director of Job Placement for PCS's Monsey branch since 2013. As a certified Life Coach, business owner, and teacher for over 25 years, Yocheved uses her experience to help others. In a joint effort with local organizations Kupath Ezrah of Rockland and Community Outreach Center, Yocheved has organized several Job Fairs and Career Events to benefit local job seekers and participating companies seeking to hire qualified employees, as well as young men and women needing guidance in career choices.</p><p>In this capacity Yocheved has also formed the Monsey Jobs Network (MJN), a powerful group of local, well networked volunteers that regularly assist with facilitating job placement and coaching for job seekers.</p>

Brooklyn, NY


Placement Director

Moshe Tyberg

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A graduate of Beer Yaakov Yeshiva in Israel and Touro college in NY, Moshe Tyberg has been with PCS since 2007. Networking with small and mid-size businesses located in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Moshe works with many of these companies with a focus on hiring needs, particularly in the placement of bookkeepers and controllers and general management.

Placement Director

Abe Brown

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Abe Brown has several decades of experience in management roles, including marketing, HR, government relations and employee training. He was instrumental in establishing a partnership between J & R and Amazon. <br/><br/> Abe brings his unique skills and compassion to PCS, with his trademark passion for helping others.

Brooklyn, NY​


Director of Job Development

Raizy Goldberger

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Raizy Goldberger is a graduate of Bais Yaakov Boro Park and holds the Joseph & Caroline Gruss Teachers’ Award. She served as office administrator at the Boro Park Y and then did customer relations and management at Creative Design Associates.  Raizy brings her unique skills and compassion to PCS. As a real social person, Raizy enjoys connecting with all types of people. Working as Director of Job Development at PCS gives her the opportunity to connect and assist job seekers as well as employers. During her first year at PCS, Raizy has been involved in many placements. She is passionate about helping others and tries her best to assist each person that comes to PCS.  <br/><br/> Abe brings his unique skills and compassion to PCS, with his trademark passion for helping others.

Job Placement Coordinator and Coach

Rivki Wosner


PCS is funded in part by The Lightstone
Group & The Dovid Lichtenstein Family Foundation

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Rus Zucker

FDU MS Accounting Placement Coordinator

As Accounting Placement Coordinator, Rus Zucker is responsible for assisting graduates of the accounting course find internships and paid positions upon graduation. A graduate of Adelphi University in Business Management and Communication, Rus is well qualified for the crucial role she plays. It is with her guidance that students create resumes, apply to jobs, work on their interview skills, and ultimately embark on a successful career.

Since 2009 at PCS, Rus’s commitment to guiding newly minted accountants on the path toward growth-oriented employment is well-known, while her referrals of candidates are respected by accounting firms of all sizes.

Deena Nahari

Career Counselor

Deena Nahari, ACC is a noted Associated Certified Coach with over ten years of experience working with teens and adults. Deena is also an acclaimed high school teacher and lecturer and career counselor at Professional Career Services.

Faigy Ort

Placement Director

Faigy Ort has been working at PCS since 2020. With a variety of previous office and real estate field experiences, she is part of PCS’s non-profit mission, without any contracts with any company. Advocating for anyone seeking a new job opportunity, she dedicates herself to help employers and employees alike.

Faigy is a people’s person that zones into each individual’s specific strengths, enabling her to accurately match a candidate to an employer’s needs. She has successfully placed over 100 candidates.

Yoel Tolwinski

Placement Director

Following a successful career as a medical recruiter, Yoel Tolwinski has been our Director of Job Placement since 2003. Yoel actively keeps abreast of the ever changing job market and works closely with both candidates and businesses. He has guided many – from the earliest stages of career exploration to high-level positions and professions – and has placed over 500 individuals in diverse positions. He works with large corporations, mid-size, small businesses, and start-up ventures both local and farther afield. Yoel brings years of placement and counseling experience to the job, striving to provide for the needs of employers, entry level applicants, and experienced professionals.

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Aviva Barrish joined PCS in 2017, first as the Director of Programming Placement and then as the Director of Job Development. Aviva has two decades of experience in Education, as well as 17 years of experience in Human Services. Aviva holds degrees from Adelphi University and Touro College in Human Services, as well as a degree in Education from Beth Jacob Teachers Seminary of America. Over the years, Aviva has served as the president of various women’s leagues and as the PR and project coordinator for several organizations.

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Zeldy Waxman

Office Manager

Zeldy Waxman brings her leadership qualifications, creativity, and warm personality to PCS. She holds a degree in Education and was a successful educator for several years. Mrs. Waxman has spearheaded numerous events and has volunteered her expertise for various community initiatives. With over a decade of office management experience, she utilizes her talents, attention to detail, and pleasant demeanor as the office manager and project coordinator at PCS.

Aviva Barrish

Director of Job Development

Aviva Barrish joined PCS in 2017, first as the Director of Programming Placement and then as the Director of Job Development. Aviva has two decades of experience in Education, as well as 17 years of experience in Human Services. Aviva holds degrees from Adelphi University and Touro College in Human Services, as well as a degree in Education from Beth Jacob Teachers Seminary of America. Over the years, Aviva has served as the president of various women’s leagues and as the PR and project coordinator for several organizations.

Shloime Lubowsky

Technology Instructor

Shloime Lubowsky has been instructing students at the PCS School of Evolving Technology computer programming course for the past seven years.

Shloime worked as a software developer / architect for EOIR (formerly Viecore FSD / Nuance), developing planning software for the military, including the US Army and Marinesfor close to 15 years. He then moved on to DSCI where he worked on projects for the Department of Defense (DOD) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).

Shloime is currently a project manager at National Care Systems where he manages the development of web applications for the healthcare industry.

Sarah Massry

Course Coordinator

Sarah Massry leads with notable expertise as Director of Marketing and the Program Coordinator of the Software and Web Development Course. Sarah holds a Masters of Science in Education from Daemen College and has a decade of experience in education. She is a talented writer, a regular contributor to several international publications and the author of five popular books.

Leah Stromer, CPA

FDU MS Accounting Placement Coordinator

Leah Stromer supports students and new graduates of FDU’s Master of Science in Accounting program in their search for internships and permanent positions. She is a graduate of Yeshiva University and a CPA with experience in public accounting – including seven years at KPMG, and eight years in higher education administration. Highly qualified and well suited for this challenging role, she counsels the students and recent alumni in regard to career paths, resumes, networking, and interview preparation. Leah’s dedication to the students and their success in the job market, as well as her resourceful networking, is what impresses peers and students and encourages many in the process. Moreover, her knowledge and professionalism commands respect from the accounting firms and businesses with which she has connected candidates to.

Raizy Perl

Course Coordinator

Initiator and Coordinator Raizy Perl has been with PCS for the past eight years. Her expertise and innovation make her an excellent candidate to manage our many specialized courses. Using her unique skill set, Raizy directs the marketing, staff recruitment, enrollment, and core curriculum issues of our highly popular courses. Thanks to Raizy’s selfless dedication, PCS has been able to expand its career course options with tremendous benefit to the Lakewood Community. Some of the courses which Raizy manages include: Business Enrichment, Desktop and Network Support, Real Estate Investing, Property Management, Certified Financial Planner, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, and Sales.

Izzy Kleinhendler

Technology Instructor

Izzy Kleinhendler completed the IT course at at PCS/School of Evolving Technology in 2016 and today, instructs students in the very same course.

Izzy holds A+ and Network+ certifications and is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect. His experience ranges from basic technical support to network and systems engineering and is currently working as a senior support technician for Datalink Systems, an IT company based in Lakewood.

Sara Lefkowitz

Special Projects Coordinator

Sara Lefkowitz brings her creative and detail oriented abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and patient and hardworking nature to PCS. With past experience in management roles in the travel and fashion industries, she is passionate about helping others with their career and parnassah goals.

Chaya Esther Lemberger

Course Coordinator

Chaya Esther Lemberger has over five years’ of experience in education as a teacher and reading specialist. She brings her friendly, determined nature and ability to multi task to her job as coordinator of the Master of Science in Accounting program.

Tzvi Pirutinsky, PhD

Career Counselor

Tzvi Pirutinsky is the Associate Professor of Clinical Social Work at the Touro College, Staff Psychologist at CHEMED, Lakewood, NJ and the career counselor for Professional Career Services. His clinical experience includes adult and child psychotherapy, career counseling and assessment, psychological testing and risk assessments.

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