Ex-Offender Employment Programs | Illinois Department of Employment Security - North Aurora

The Re-Entry Employment Services Program (RESP) assists former offenders overcome employment hurdles, including career development counseling, registration assistance on the Illinois Job Link site, and employment opportunities. Also provides or refers clients to job readiness workshops and services like resume and interviewing assistance.

Physical Address

2 Smoketree Plaza, North Aurora, IL 60542

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Application process

(1) Go to IDES website and enter ZIP code to find nearest IDES office (2) Call the Employment Services Representative to schedule an appointment. Appointment Scheduling Hotline: 217-558-0404

Fee

No Fees

Eligibility

Legal age for employment; A background check that reflects a conviction; Complete the IllinoisJobLink.com registration; Make and keep all scheduled appointments, including job referrals

Languages

English

Service area

IL

Agency info

Illinois Department of Employment Security North Aurora

State of Illinois department that administers and determines eligibility for unemployment insurance; provides employment services using the Illinois Labor Exchange System www.IllinoisJobLink.com, and provides Labor Market Information including unemployment rates, wage rates and occupational job growth.