Employment Assistance
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG): (217) 535-3120
Designed to provide services that assist low-income people to attain the skills, knowledge, and motivation necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. Visit the link or call the number above for additional information on program offerings.
The Employment Support Program component of CSBG may include help with car repairs, uniform or work clothing, or certification fees.
CSBG also holds Financial Education Workshops with area professionals every Wednesday from 9am-12pm at the Sangamon County Department of Community Resources. For persons who work and cannot attend the day class, an evening Financial Literacy Workshop will be held 2 Mondays each month from 5:15pm-7:15pm.
Illinois Employment Services
A portal designed to connect workers with available job and career training opportunities across the state.
Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES): (800) 244-5631
File for regular unemployment benefits via the IDES website.
Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries Career Development Services: (217) 789-0400
Virtual Career Centers provide free career assistance from 10 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Coaches can assist individuals who are temporarily or permanently unemployed in understanding available benefits and services.