Resolution Adopted by the CCAR
Career Counseling
Adopted by the CCAR at the 91th Annual Convention of
the Central Conference of American Rabbis
Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, June 23-26, 1980
There are among us colleagues who are basically satisfied in their positions, but
who seek guidance as to career expectation. Some wish to change rabbinic positions
immediately or in the near future and feel the need for career counseling. Some are
in a period of transition in their careers and need guidance in choosing career opportunities.
Some are currently employed in rabbinic positions but might consider careers in non-rabbinic
capacities and are in need of counseling in selecting among the options.
We call upon the Executive Board of the Central Conference of American Rabbis in consultation
with the leadership of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations and the Hebrew
Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion to establish a program of ongoing career counseling. Such a program should involve at least one individual who has obtained
specific training in career counseling and who would serve as coordinator for the
program for the membership of the Central Conference of American Rabbis.