Career Solutions for 55+ helps improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians who are unemployed, underemployed, or seeking a career change.
3/16/20 PLEASE NOTE: JEVS Career Solutions for 55+ program has postponed its weekly Friday orientation program/workshops until further notice. During this time, Ms. Yolanda Burnett, Program Coordinator, remains available via telephone only for pre-registrations and career counseling appointments. To schedule appointments, call Ms. Burnett directly at 267-449-0192 Monday-Friday between 9:00am-5:00pm.
Please review the PA Unemployment Compensation website if you think you may qualify for benefits to cover lost work hours and lost pay due to COVID19: https://www.uc.pa.gov/Pages/covid19.aspx
Services
- Career counseling and placement assistance
- Access to workshops on: understanding transferable skills, computer and internet use, and résumé and interview preparation
- Referrals to training programs, social services, and job fairs
- Access to computer labs and on-line job leads
Eligibility
- Philadelphia residents age 55 or older
Enrollment
- Weekly info sessions, contact for appointment
Cost
No cost
Location
PA CareerLink at Suburban Station
1617 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Contact
TEL: 267.647.7137
EMAIL: cs55@jevs.org
Success Story
After winning her battle with cancer, Linda W. decided to come out of retirement and find work. But first, she had to update her skill set. Read Linda’s story >
For More Information
Read our “Ask Ms. Judy” blogs (written by our career advisor Judy Cherry) with job search advice for mature job seekers:
Part 1 … February 2016 – Résumé, Interview and Salary Advice for the 55+ Job Seeker
Part 2… July 2016 – New to Job Searching? 4 Tips to Get You Started
Part 3 … February 2017 – Time for a Career Change!
Part 4 … July 2017 – How to Prepare and Beat the Competition During Your Job Search
Part 5 … February 2018 – Determining Company Culture; Why it Matters to the Interview
Part 6 … July 2018 – Did Your Job…Lose You?
Part 7 … January 2019 – How to Convince Hiring Managers That You Are Indeed Tech-Savvy