OLDER ADULTS EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING SERVICES | AARP FOUNDATION - SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT
200 Army Post Road, Suite 44, Des Moines, IA 50315
Must be 55 and older, ready to work and reside in the applicable county, Department of Labor income guidelines apply
White sheet from Iowa Workforce Development, verifying income, and family size form
Mon 8 am - 4 pm Tue 8 am - 4 pm Wed 8 am - 4 pm Thu 8 am - 4 pm Fri 8 am - 4 pm
English
Appointment required
None
Tama County, Iowa Marshall County, Iowa Jasper County, Iowa Polk County, Iowa
Offers a work training program for low-income job seekers aged 55 and over, designed to support their transition to permanent employment. The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) offers job counseling, job training, and support services, including opportunities to develop computer literacy skills such as using computers, software applications, and related technology. Participants typically work 20 hours per week at the current minimum wage, gaining valuable work experience and enhancing their capabilities. The program aims to prepare individuals for permanent employment with their assigned host agency or in the private sector. Funded by annual grants from the U.S. Department of Labor, SCSEP ensures participants receive comprehensive training to meet modern workplace demands.
12/02/2025
AARP FOUNDATION - SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT
Provides a work training program for low-income job seekers age 55 and over.