Join us for a discussion on older adult employment on MV
Who should attend?
- Older adults (50+) who are seeking employment (either currently employed or want to be)
- Organizations who serve older adults (who want to be informed as to these resources)
- Island employers
| April 7, 5:30-6:30pm: Resources to Support Older Adult Employment |
| Getting older adults back into the workforce or improving their employment situation post-COVID is on the radar screen of our national, state and local governments. Come hear about what resources are available to make this a reality. Each organization will speak for 6 minutes, followed by a panel discussion (questions can be submitted by attendees) • Overview of older adult employment on the island (HAMV from Older Adult Survey Results) • Senior Community Service Employment Program • Mass Association of Councils on Aging – 50+ Job Seekers program • Vocational Services for the Disabled (Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission) |
| April 14, 5:30-6:30pm: An Island Employment Overview and Upskilling Options |
| Learn about the “sweet spot” – what our island employers want and need… and how to upskill yourself to find the right position. Each organization will speak for 6 minutes, followed by a panel discussion (questions can be submitted by attendees) • Employment outlook for the island and what employers want and need (Chamber of Commerce) • An introduction to ACE MV and an overview of curriculum for job seekers (ACE MV) • Volunteerism as a pathway to employment (Americorps Senior RSVP) • MassHire Career Centers – Jobseeker Services |
Registration is Required. Attend one or both sessions with one registration. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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