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SCSEP/WorkForce 55+

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)/WorkForce 55+ is the only federal program targeted to help older workers obtain employment and self-sufficiency. SCSEP enables thousands of low-income seniors each year to earn and learn.

 

SCSEP participants gain work experience in a variety of community service activities at non-profit and public facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, day-care centers and senior centers.  Participants work an average of 18 hours a week and are paid minimum wage.  This training serves as a bridge to employment for participants.

Services

While enrolled in the program participants receive:

  • Assessments;
  • Individual Employment Plans;
  • Counseling; and
  • Training

Eligibility

Participants must be at least 55, unemployed and have a family income of no more than 125% of the federal poverty level.  Enrollment priority is given to individuals who:

  • Are Veterans and qualified spouses;
  • Are over 65;
  • Have a disability;
  • Have low literacy skills or limited English proficiency;
  • Reside in a rural area;
  • Are homeless or at risk of homelessness;
  • Have low employment prospects; or
  • Have failed to find employment after using services through the American Job Center system.

Locations

Location

Phone

Atlantic County

609-645-7700 x4827

Camden County One-Stop Career Center

856-614-2171

Cape May County One-Stop Career Center

609-729-0997

Cumberland County One-Stop Career Center

856-238-6742

Essex County One-Stop Career Center - East Orange

973-395-3247

Gloucester County One-Stop Career Center

856-853-3989

Hudson County One-Stop Career Center - Jersey City

201-217-7322

201-217-7007

Middlesex County One-Stop Career Center - New Brunswick

732-937-5237

Monmouth County One-Stop Career Center - Neptune

732-775-1402

Sussex County One-Stop Career Center

973-383-2775

Union County One-Stop Career Center - Plainfield

908-412-7969