Chicago, IL Unemployment Offices

Our mission is to equip each individual who comes to our offices with the right tools so that they are able to provide for themselves and their loved ones. We believe the most effective approach in helping people out of poverty is by assisting them in finding meaningful employment. Our proven methods, services and experienced staff offer the right combination for success.

IDES services include:   Unemployment Insurance Job Development Services Recruitment of Job Seekers Hiring Events & Job Search Workshops Veterans Employment Services with an appointment Migrant Seasonal Farm Workers Program Re-entry Employment Services Program Bonding Work Opportunity Tax Credit

Job Seekers Services   Job search assistance and access to online job listings Career counseling Coaching on job search skills Workshops on a variety of job search strategies Access to resources including PCs and reference materials,  Access to resume building software Access to economic data Networking groups Unemployment insurance walk-in services Green Careers Tools and Resources   Employers Services   Access to qualified applicants Applicant pre-screening Posting of jobs Assistance with small and large-scale recruitment activities Assistance with planning job fairs Testing and assessment of job candidates Targeted mailings Event Space available; e.g. Job Fairs and Recruitments   Labor market information

FamilyWorks As a service provider for the Chicago Housing Authority’s (CHA) FamilyWorks program, we offer intensive case management services for public housing residents in four main service categories: Employment preparation, placement, and retention: We help prepare residents for work and place them in quality positions that foster long-term job retention Housing: We work with residents to ensure they are lease compliant and have made their permanent housing choice. Clinical: Our on-site Licensed Clinical Social Workers reduce barriers to self-sufficiency by engaging with residents through counseling services and referrals. Support services: We use our large referral network of community and government partners to assist residents with various life challenges, including access to child care, senior services, and utility assistance.