Workforce Development - workforce training services and assistance to persons with arrest or conviction records and those who have been released from jail or prison or who are preparing to be released.

Ex-Offender Employment Programs | Safer Foundation

Programs that provide comprehensive support services for ex-offenders (also known as returning or returned citizens) who need assistance preparing for, finding and retaining paid employment. Services may include vocational assessment; guidance relating to resume preparation, job application letters and questionnaires, interview techniques, appropriate dress and personal-social behaviors that will allow them to get along with employers and co-workers on the job; job skills development support; job placement assistance; limited periods of subsidized employment, where necessary; and/or on-the-job support, as required, by a personal case manager who may visit the individual while at work, meet with the person's supervisor and/or co-workers and provide whatever assistance the ex-offender needs to meet the challenges of entering the workforce and retain his or her position.

Ex-Offender Employment Programs

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.

Ex-Offender Employment Programs | Safer Foundation

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