RE-ENTRY EMPLOYMENT SERVICE PROGRAM (RESP) | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (IDES)

An employment program for formerly incarcerated or previously convicted individuals seeking assistance in finding a job. The RESP Liaison will assist in a client's job readiness and work directly with employers on the client's behalf to improve his or her job chances.

Physical Address

1300 South 9th Street, Springfield, IL 62701

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm; Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm; Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm; Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm; Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm;

Voice

(217) 558-0401

Main | Appointment Scheduling

Voice

(312) 793-1597

Main | RESP Hotline

Application process

Call to schedule an appointment with the RESP Liaison

Fee

None

Required documents

Upon request

Eligibility

Individuals who are currently or have in the past been subject to any stage of the criminal justice process and who require assistance in overcoming barriers to employment resulting from a record of arrest or conviction

Languages

English

Service area

Illinois

Agency info

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY (IDES)

Provides employment services.