Senior Employment Program

Part time employment for low-income seniors

The Michigan Older American Community Service Employment Program (MOACSEP) is operated under Title V of the Older Americans Act.  It is designed to provide and promote useful part-time opportunities in community employment for low-income persons who are 55 years of age or older.  It also assists them in receiving the training that may be required for employment in private or other unsubsidized employment.

Eligibility

• AGE- An individual must be no less than 55 years of age.  No upper age limit is imposed.
• PLACE OF RESIDENCE - An individual must reside in Jackson, Hillsdale, or Lenawee County.  There is no requirement pertaining to length of residency prior to enrollment.
• CAPACITY TO PERFORM - An individual must be determined capable of performing the tasks involved in the community service employment assignment proposed during enrollment.
• INCOME - The income of a new enrollee shall not exceed the income limitation of 125% above poverty level as published by the Department of Health and Human Services.  It is necessary for the prospective enrollee to meeting with the MOACSEP Coordinator to determine income eligibility.

Enrollment Process

1. Determination of Eligibility.  The MOACSEP Coordinator will evaluate the prospective enrollee’s situation to determine whether or not he/she is eligible.
2. Based on the new enrollee’s previous experience and skills, the MOACSEP Coordinator will attempt to find a suitable placement at an appropriate host site.
3. The enrollee will be supervised by a designated individual at his/her work site.  In addition, the MOACSEP Coordinator at the Area Agency on Aging office will serve as supervisor for all enrollees in regard to the program. Should any problems arise at an enrollee’s work site, the MOACSEP Coordinator should be notified.
4. Enrollees are paid an hourly wage and also receive fringe benefits such as paid vacation, sick and holiday time.
5. Determination of eligibility is required on an annual basis for continuation of enrollee’s participation in the program.
6. The ultimate goal of the program is to be able to place enrollees in unsubsidized employment.

Phone: (800) 335-7881