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Try looking through our FAQs here. Frequently Asked Questions Senior Employment Program Senior Employment Program Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) If you are 55 or older, unemployed and looking to reenter the workforce, you may qualify for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). Programs are administered in each of Mississippi’s 82 counties.
The SCSEP is an employment training program for Mississippians aged 55 years and older. The program provides subsidized, part-time work experience for a limited time through community service, enabling seniors to obtain the skills necessary for permanent employment. Participants in the program learn new skills and talents or enhance existing ones to become competitive in today's workforce.
Meet low-income guidelines (see table below) HHS Poverty Guidelines for 2026 The 2026 poverty guidelines are in effect as of January 15, 2026. Federal Register Notice: 89 FR 2961 — Full text. Join our listserv to stay up-to-date on the latest news regarding the poverty guidelines.
2026 HHS Poverty Guidelines Adapted for SCSEP For each additional person add: For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,680 for each additional person.
Receive an income and pursue individual economic self-sufficiency Make new friends and stay in touch with the world Have a sense of achievement and accomplishment Know that you are a valuable asset to the community Enjoy the benefits of a regular job after participating in the SCSEP What Services Are Provided?
You will receive orientation, community service assignments, training opportunities, supportive services, and are offered a free physical examination. We will assess your eligibility, work history, skills and interests, talents, physical capabilities, need for supportive services, potential for performing community service assignments, and potential for transition to a regular job.
You will usually work up to 20 hours per week and receive the federal minimum wage, which is currently $7. 25. Limited fringe benefits are also provided.
The Senior Community Service Employment Program is funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act. It is administered by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security through area agencies on aging and various other non-profit organizations.
Mississippi SCSEP State Plan 2012-2015 Mississippi SCSEP State Plan 2012-2015 Modification State Plan for the Senior Community Service Employment Program Modification for public review and comment. Please download for more information. Senior Employment Program Search for a new job?
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Find it here in our Frequently Asked Questions Senior Employment Program Governor's Job Fair Network File and/or Pay Unemployment Tax Tax Credits, UI Services & Appeals Report Separation or Refusal of Work Work Opportunity Tax Credit Online Unemployment Claim Services File Weekly Certification Lost Wages Assistance Certification UI Claim Contacts / Phones Unemployment Claims - Home Eligible Training Provider List System Local Workforce Development Areas Job Opportunities at MDES Information Center - Home An equal opportunity employer and program , MDES has auxiliary aids and services available upon request to those with disabilities.
Those needing TTY assistance may call 800-582-2233. Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. For Stevens Amendment details, click here.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Mississippi residents aged 55 and older who are unemployed and meet low-income guidelines. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Jobs for Veterans State Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (through Mississippi Department of Employment Security). This program provides funding to states to support employment services for veterans. The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) uses this funding to provide job search assistance, resume workshops, and training programs to veterans.
MAST - Mississippi Advanced Shipbuilding Training is a grant from the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) via DOL ETA Training Fund that funds employer-based workforce training to strengthen the shipbuilding skills pipeline in Mississippi. The $5,705,600 federal grant supports training programs designed to meet the workforce needs of the shipbuilding industry, one of Mississippi's key economic sectors. The Mississippi Department of Employment Security implements the program through coordination with shipbuilding employers. Eligible participants are workers entering or advancing within Mississippi's shipbuilding industry. No deadline is specified for the current award cycle.
NRA School Shield Grant Program is a grant from The NRA Foundation that funds security improvements at K-12 schools across the United States. Administered by the NRA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, this program provides financial assistance to public and private K-12 schools seeking to upgrade safety infrastructure and implement security measures. Eligible applicants include schools that are government-owned, incorporated as nonprofits, or hold an IRS 501(c) determination letter. The annual application deadline is August 1. Grant amounts vary based on project scope and need. Schools must demonstrate how requested funds will directly improve the safety and security of their campus and student population.
Farm to School Implementation Grant is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. This program aims to increase the availability of local foods in schools and connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals. Projects should incorporate both local sourcing and agricultural education efforts.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.