Urban Seniors Jobs Program

The Urban Seniors Jobs Program is a community service and work-based training program for older workers. We are looking for you!

USJP provides subsidized, service-based training for low-income persons 55 or older. Participants receive training that helps them to upgrade their current skills for re-entry into the workplace. Participants work an average of 20 hours a week, and are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage. Starting as an Urban Senior can bridge to permanent employment.

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Urban Senior Jobs Program Services

  • Community Service Training and Placement
  • Case Management Support
  • Individual Employment Plan
  • Workforce Fundamentals Workshop
  • Job Placement and Retention
  • Wages and Fringe Benefits
  • Financial Literacy Training

Senior Tech

FREE computer classes to help teach people 55+ and over how to use basic office applications (e.g., Word, Excel), email, social media, and Zoom.  The program makes it an easy-to-understand tool for senior learning.

GoSkills

Learn the most in-demand skill for your career from expert instructors through flexible, self-paced learning that fits your schedule. Earn a verified certificate of achievement and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or Professional Development Units (PDUs). Available GoSkills courses include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Lean Six Sigma, Finance, Project Management, and Office Productivity.

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APPLY NOW!

If you live in Jefferson, Bullitt, Nelson, and Oldham Counties call 502-585-4622 and set up your appointment.

Note: You can qualify while receiving social security, unemployment, disability, and other benefits. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

The National Urban League Urban Seniors Jobs Program is (90%) funded by the U.S. Department of Labor. The total value of the grant is $15,427,242.32 of which $13,884,517.99 is federally funded and $1,542,724.33 (10%) is from non-federal funding.