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Older American Community Service Employment Program

A program that develops the mature and older worker for meaningful employment.

The purpose of this employment training program is to provide people age 55 years with meaningful employment in nonprofit or public organizations in their community while they look for permanent full time or part time employment. Participants continue to contribute to the community and remain viable members of the workforce, while learning new work skills or enhancing their current skill sets. Participants are a value to local organizations and their clients.
General Information  
Information for Employers Additional Resources
Becoming a Host Agency  
Contact your local Title V Provider  

General Information

Who can participate in the Program?  
  • Adults 55 years of age or older
  • Individuals meeting income guidelines
  • Resident of North Carolina
 
As an OACSEP participant you will receive the following benefits:  
  • Hourly wages
  • Meaningful work experience while receiving on-the-job training
  • Skill development in new occupations
  • Personalized assistance in finding employment
     
 

Information for Employers

This program can help you too. Program participants are a diverse pool of people who can fill your full and part time openings. Our workers are committed, reliable, punctual, experienced, and loyal. You can contact your county representative to discuss your needs and to discuss your job openings.

 

This is a free service and there may be some tax benefits for your company as well. Please check with your local Employment Security Commission for more information on tax benefits for hiring older workers.

 

Becoming a Host Agency

For more detailed information about the Older American Community Service Employment Program, click here.

 If you are interested in becoming a Host Agency you will need to complete the agreement form and the information forms.

 

Contact Your Local Title V Program

County Number
Anson (704) 694-6217
Cabarrus (704) 920-3484
Iredell (704) 873-5171
Mecklenburg (704) 348-2711
Rowan (704) 216-7700
Stanly (704) 348-2711
Union (704) 292-1797