Empowering senior job seekers: Insights with Dion Smith of Easterseals!







In this episode of ‘The Voice of Job Seekers,’ host Mark interviews Dion Smith, Manager of Programs and Compliance at Easterseals. They discuss the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which helps job seekers aged 55 and older transition from volunteerism to employment.







Funded by the Department of Labor, this Title V program offers training through partnerships with nonprofit and government agencies, providing participants with a stipend and job-related skills. Dion highlights the importance of digital skills and collaborations with tech companies like IBM to enhance employment readiness.







Please visit Easterseals.com or the Department of Labor’s website for more information on local SCSEP opportunities. 







00:41 Meet Dion Smith from Easter Seals







00:57 Overview of the Senior Community Service Employment Program







 01:38 How the Program Works







02:15 Finding Local Projects and Host Agencies 03:12 Program Duration and Flexibility







 03:53 Q&A: Funding and Grants







05:36 Combating Ageism and Building Skills 06:00 Importance of Digital Skills







06:42 IBM Partnership and Digital Intelligence







07:42 AI in the Workforce







08:56 Final Thoughts and How to Get Involved  







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