As of
July 1, 2016 the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is being administered by
Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. For more information please go directly to the DLLR webpage at
https://www.dllr.state.md.us/employment/scsep.shtml or contact Deborah Wilburn, Program Manager, 410-767- 2057 or
deborah.wilburn@maryland.gov
The Senior Community Service Employment Program is a community service and work-based job training program for older Americans. Authorized by the Older Americans Act, the program provides training for low-income, unemployed seniors. Participants also have access to employment assistance through American Job Centers.
SCSEP participants gain work experience in a variety of community service activities at non-profit and public facilities, including schools, hospitals, day-care centers, and senior centers. The program provides over 40 million community service hours to public and non-profit agencies, allowing them to enhance and provide needed services. Participants work an average of 20 hours a week, and are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage. This training serves as a bridge to unsubsidized employment opportunities for participants.