What is MaturityWorks?

MaturityWorks is a Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). This MaturityWorks website provides a unique matching process for participating mature workers (jobseekers) and employers (looking to hire).

Employers who hire participating mature workers will be eligible to receive a mature worker employer incentive!! The employer incentive is reimbursement of 4 weeks of wages paid to the employee at 100%.

MaturityWorks  is a project of The WorkPlace and is funded by a grant provided by the United States Department of Labor.

 

How can MaturityWorks benefit you?

MaturityWorks helps the following groups of people:

• Mature Workers (Jobseekers age 55 or older )
• Employers (Organizations who value the talents that mature workers bring to the   workplace.)

WhyMaturityWorks?

America is witnessing a dramatic growth in the number of citizens who are 55 or older, a trend that will continue well into the 21st century. As our population continues to age, older Americans will play an increasingly important role in maintaining our economy and America’s leadership in the world marketplace.

Are there any fees when I hire an employee who comes from the MaturityWorks program?

There are no placement fees when you hire a mature worker who is a MaturityWorks job candidate. Think of us as a non-profit employment agency—one with ready-to-work mature workers who want to put their experience, dedication and loyalty to work for you.

In fact, your employees that come through the MaturityWorksprogram have an incentive attached to them! When you hire a MaturityWorksjob candidate, you will get reimbursed 4 weeks of wages at 100%.

What are the "top qualities" of mature workers?

The Committee on Economic Development cites surveys indicating that employers rate older workers high on factors such as judgment, commitment to quality, attendance and punctuality. These qualities, coupled with their “old fashioned employer loyalty,” make older workers an attractive resource for employers seeking workers and possibly mentors for younger workers.

Who do I contact if I have questions about hiring a mature worker?

Area -- Career Resources, Inc.

TBD

Greater___________Area -- Workforce Alliance/HRA

TBD

Greater________Area -- Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board

TBD

Where does the incentive money come from?

The United States Department of Labor provides the funding for the Employer Incentive Program.