The use of older workers, age 55 and up, will continue to grow as fewer younger applicants enter the job market in the years to come. Many of these older workers may need employment help to either remain or return to the work place. In the next century we will be relying on older workers to maintain our economic productivity. That is why it s so important to provide these workers employment opportunities and,when needed, skills retraining. Each local office has an older worker specialist who acts as a resource for this population.
Older workers bring a number of important qualities to any job.
They are reliable, make few mistakes, have lower absenteeism and turnover problems, and have a good work ethic. ESC is involved at the local level in promoting the tremendous assets older workers bring to a job when given the opportunity. In today's economy, the contributions of workers from all walks of life are essential to the success and vitality of American business. A diverse work force can bring energy, new ideas, and creative solutions to companies willing to give people of different backgrounds an opportunity. Such opportunities are expanding for people with disabilities.