Workforce Center of Will County

Enhance your team’s capabilities with the Will UpSkill grant. Available to Will County businesses, this grant facilitates targeted professional development. Whether it’s refining sales strategies or mastering new manufacturing techniques, invest in your employees’ growth. Define your training needs, choose the provider, and we’ll streamline the application process. For more information, contact John Hall at john.hall@willcountyillinois.com or Jack Guldenbecker at jguldenbecker@willcountyillinois.com

Earlier this week, we had the privilege of co-hosting The Ability Career Fair with Grundy Workforce Services and GRUNDY LIVINGSTON KANKAKEE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD INC at the Village of Minooka, IL Community Room. Thank you to all that made this event such a success, and thank you to all of the businesses and jobseekers in attendance! Will County Habitat for Humanity Pace Suburban Bus Guardian Angel Community Services Runnings Grainger Illinois Tollway Illinois Department of Human Services KeHE Distributors Illinois Department of Central Management Services Little Learner Children's Academy Cintas Michaels Stores J.U.L.I.E. Giesecke+Devrient Joliet Job Corps Ctr Health Care Plus

Attention Veterans! Looking for your next career opportunity? Join us at the Hiring Heroes Job Fair on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, from 10 AM - 2 PM at Cantigny Post 367 VFW in Joliet, IL. In partnership with the Workforce Center of Will County, IDES, and the Veterans Assistance Commission, this event is tailored just for you! Whether you're a veteran seeking a new job or a business looking to hire, we've got you covered. 🔗 Jobseeker Registration: https://lnkd.in/gzEQKP3x 🔗 Business Registration: https://lnkd.in/grK-Be5n 📍 Location: Cantigny Post 367 VFW, 826 Horseshoe Dr, Joliet, IL Let’s work together to secure your future! For more information, contact John Hall at john.hall@willcountyillinois.com. #HiringHeroes #VeteransJobFair #WillCounty #VeteranEmployment #JobFair #SupportOurHeroes

🤝Meet Essence, a Career Planner and Certified Resume Writing Professional for the Workforce Services Division of Will County🤝 Essence started her career at Workforce Services of Will County as a part-time Career Planner and eventually transitioned to full-time. With prior experience at DeVry University as Director of Career Services and at Prairie State College as the Employer Relations Coordinator for the Opportunity Works Grant, she brings extensive knowledge to her role. As a Career Planner, Essence guides customers through training programs, helps with resume development and job searches, and facilitates workshops. She’s collaborated with local organizations like the Disability Resource Center and the Veteran’s Assistance Commission, while also participating in the Community Cares Program to assist residents in need. One of her proudest moments was having the opportunity to work with a customer who she had previously assisted in purchasing their first home. Through Workforce Services, she was also able to assist him in beginning a new career through his CDL training. For Essence, working in her own community is s highlight of her career and she finds great fulfillment in seeing her customers succeed Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, teaching dance, and contributing to local organizations like the Zonta Club and National Hook-Up of Black Women. Essence believes Workforce Services is a great place to work, thanks to the team’s commitment to helping customers and the supportive work environment. Thank you, Essence, for your dedication and hard work!

Two Job Fairs, TWICE the opportunity! Today’s the day to take the next step in your career. Whether you're attending the Ability Career Fair or the JTHS Health & Job Expo, there’s something for everyone. Ability Career Fair: 1PM - 5PM at Minooka Village Hall JTHS Health & Job Expo: 6PM - 8PM at Joliet Central High School Don’t miss out on the chance to meet local employers and explore new opportunities! #JobFair #NewOpportunities #CareerGrowth

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars for a Power-Packed October! Get ready for an exciting month of professional growth with our October Workshop Schedule and Spotlight Tuesdays! 🎓 Workshops: Brush up on essential skills like Microsoft Excel, Word, resume building, networking strategies and interview tactics. These hands-on sessions are designed to elevate your career and make you stand out to employers! 🌟 Spotlight Tuesdays: Meet top Will County employers every Tuesday and gain insider info on their hiring processes, open positions, and employment benefits. Perfect for jobseekers looking to connect directly with companies! Don't miss out on these opportunities—save the date and sign up today! Visit our calendar to register: jobs4people.org/calendar 📲 #Networking #Interview #Resume #Microsoft #SpotlightTuesday

Community Leadership School registration is now open for 2025! Started in 1977, this will be our 48th "class." Through this program, students will learn about the people, organizations, and institutions that make up our community, while discovering their own leadership qualities within. https://ow.ly/gLr850TNUhK

Ready to explore career options that align with your passions? 🌟 Check out MyNextMove.org! It’s a free tool that helps you discover how your interests match up with real-world careers. Take the quick Interest Profiler and unlock a path to meaningful, fulfilling work. Start exploring today and see where your next move can take you! 🚀💼 #CareerDiscovery #FindYourPassion #JobSeekers #MyNextMove

🌸 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🌸 Early detection saves lives, and access to healthcare makes a big difference. With women making up 47% of the workforce in 2023, workforce development programs are helping more women secure jobs that offer essential health benefits. Access to preventive care, like mammograms, significantly increases with health coverage, improving chances of early detection. Let's continue to empower women through career growth and health advocacy! 💪 #WorkforceDevelopment #BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #HealthcareMatters #WomensHealth

The Workforce Services Division of Will County is proud to recognize two incredible partners who embody leadership, perseverance, and dedication! 🏆 Dutch American Foods, a pillar of Will County manufacturing for over 30 years, has grown to become the largest employer in Beecher, IL, and a leader in Crete. After recognizing a need for streamlined communication in their operations, DAF partnered with us to implement an extensive training program for their workforce, earning a $19,500 Employee Training Grant! Their investment in people and continuous improvement makes them stand out, and we’re honored to nominate them for the Business Leadership Award. Congratulations, DAF! 👨🏫 In addition, we are thrilled to recognize Robert Herling, Manager of Donor Relations at Cornerstone Services, Inc., for his incredible journey and outstanding contributions. After seeking assistance from our career planner, Andrew Pajak, Robert enrolled in a WIOA scholarship program and completed his training at MicroTrain. With the support of Andrew and the resources at the Workforce Center, Robert transformed his career path, now thriving in a role where he makes a positive impact on the lives of others. During an employee meeting at Cornerstone Services, we had the pleasure of surprising Robert with an award for his dedication and success! Congratulations to both Dutch American Foods and Robert Herling! We are honored to partner with such outstanding contributors to the workforce and community in Will County. 👏 #WorkforceDevelopment #BusinessLeadership #CommunityImpact #WillCountyPride #EmployeeTraining #MakingADifference