IDES Unemployment Assistance

• You can also call and schedule a call back from an expert at 1-800-244-5631
• Schedule an in-person appointment for identity verification help, employment services and to use the resource room. 217-558-0401

Workforce Investment Solutions 

• Apply for services through Workforce Investment Solutions HERE.  You can also fill out a hard copy application for print HERE.
• Also available at 217 875 8721
• 757 W. Pershing Rd
• Available computer lab for resumes, job search and on-line applications
• Job readiness workshops
• Resume Building Assistance
• Job re-training and career services
• Access to financial assistance and grant funding

Empowerment Opportunity Center

• Employment Training and Supports www.empowerdecatur.org/employment-services/

Richland Community College Workforce Development

• EnRich Program – Prepares individuals for new careers by teaching them Essential Skills
  • EnRich Healthcare
• Workforce Development (Career Re-training)
  • Illinois Works’ Free Pre-Apprenticeship Program (begins mid-April)
  • Non-Credit Courses (OSHA & Forklift Training)
• Adult Education
  • GED Orientations will run March 13-17. Registration for orientations is now open.
  • Diesel Service Technician Program
    • This program helps adults (who have not completed their high school diploma) earn their GED and Diesel Service Technician Certificate while receiving paid on-the-job training. To get involved, schedule a GED orientation and express your interest in the program.
• Summer and Fall Registration opens for everyone on April 3^rd. Click HERE to learn more about all pathways available in Workforce Development.
  • Schedule a registration appointment by calling 217.875.7211 ext. 6267 or e-mailing registration@richland.edu.
  • Financial aid is available. Email financialaid@richland.edu and scholarships@richland.edu to see what options are available to you.

Workforce Investment Solutions Hiring Events for Akorn 

• 757 W Pershing Rd, Decatur, IL
• Monday, March 6th – 10 am-2 pm – Caterpillar

CMS State Job Career Fair

• March 8th
• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Decatur Public Library in Madden Auditorium
• 130 N. Franklin St. in Decatur

Richland Community College Career Fair 

• Open to the public
• Friday, March 31^st
• 11am-3pm
• Shilling Salons

Decatur Conference Center and Hotel Spring Job Fair

• March 14th
• 9am-3pm
• 4191 W. Hwy 36 Decatur
• Employers participating

• ADM
• BabyTalk
• Caterpillar 
• City of Decatur
• Consociate Health – Click HERE or Contact tinasuzewitz@consociate.com
• DPS61
• Eaton in Lincoln – ToddWDenney@eaton.com
• From The Ground Up Landscaping 
• Ferrero Bloomington
• Fuyao Glass – jmccullough@fuyaousa.com (217) 864-6203
• Heritage Behavioral Health – CSlead@heritagenet.org
• HSHS St Marys Hospital – olga.maynard@hshs.org (217) 464-2966
• International Paper, Lincoln, IL
• Kelly Group
• Kemmerer Village, Assumption
• KraftHeinz – Champaign
• Land of Lincoln Credit Union – cconroy@llcu.org (217) 615-3870
• La Gondola – lagondoladecatur@gmail.com
• Macon Resources
• Micar – Amanda Kroenlein at 217-362-0054 option 5
• MV Transit (Decatur Public Transit)
• New Horizons Insurance Marketing –kstewart@nhmteam.net – 217-233-8000
• Primient Decatur
• Memorial Health Decatur –Barney.Justin@mhsil.com (217) 788-4973
• Mueller Co. – elinn@muellerwp.com (217) 425-7309
• Ring Container – kristen.mcafee@ringcontainer.com (217) 875-5084 x 0
• Sanitary District of Decatur – hollyg@sddcleanwater.org (217) 433-6922 x244
• Sun State Security
• Swartz Properties – swartz@swartzprop.com (217) 877-8703
• TCR Systems
• United Equity Credit Union – uecu@uecu.com to request an application or apply in person

Employers listed have reached out to the community resource page expressing interest in hiring displaced Akorn employees. Links will be directed to the company hiring portals when available. Employers wishing to be added to the resource list, please email Lindsayromano@neuhoffmedia.com

Illinois Department of Employment Security – Jobs and workforce assistance

EDC of Macon County – CareersDecatur.com

• spreadsheet of job openings right now in Macon County.
• The list can be long so use the “find” feature within the spreadsheet to search for keywords, job titles, or companies.
• Take the Interest Profiler from My Next Move assessment to get an idea on what careers may align with your interests. This tool will also provide the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.

United Way of Decatur and Mid Illinois

• 2-1-1:  : 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers with free information and referrals for community services in Macon, DeWitt, Moultrie, Piatt & Shelby counties. You can call 2-1-1, text or use the web version. The service is staffed 24/7 by trained volunteers and staff who will listen to your situation and refer you to the most appropriate source of assistance.
• Services referrals available for:
  • Rent and utility assistance
  • Food Pantries
  • Shelter
  • Support Groups
  • Mental Health
  • Financial assistance
  • Education
  • Health Care

ABE Illinois

• Help with Food through SNAP
• Medicaid and All Kids Coverage for healthcare
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) providing temporary financial help for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children. TANF provides financial assistance to pay for food, shelter, utilities and expenses other than medical.

Mental Health Helpline (call or text): 988

• 988 is more than just an easy-to-remember number. It is a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress, including family, friends, and/or caregivers.If you are in crisis, please call or text 988, or go to 988lifeline.org/chat to access live chat. You will be connected with a trained crisis counselor who will listen to you, provide support and get you the help you need.

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration

• (SAMHSA) Helpline: 800-622-4357

For those with public or private health insurance:

• Lifestance (888) 428-7890: They have a local office in Decatur, but patients will call to get established. They see children through adults and have a telehealth option. Find more information HERE.
• Piatt County Mental Health Center (217) 762-5371: Adults and children, located in Monticello or by telehealth.
• Heritage Behavioral Health Center (217) 362-6262: Counseling available for anyone from children though adults. They do not set appointments for the first appointment, rather you should walk in at their office at 151 N. Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523. Walk-in first appointment hours are from 8:00am-10:45am and 1:00pm-3:45pm Monday through Friday. You can walk in and ask to be established with mental health counseling. They also offer crisis services and substance use services. Please call for more information.

For those with private health insurance or who can pay self-pay rates:

• Renewed Hope Counseling (217) 330-6282: kids through adults. EMDR trauma therapy available
• Cole Counseling (217) 872-9693: kids through adults.
• Adrian Byrd Counseling (217) 358-4548: adolescents through adults. EMDR trauma therapy available.
• Pleasant Counseling. (217) 422-6908: kids through adults.

ABE Illinois

NOTE: The closing of Akorn is a qualifying event and will allow you to sign up on the health care exchange now. You must be signed up prior to March 1st to have coverage for March under the exchange.

Crossing Healthcare

• If you do not have health insurance, you may qualify for the Sliding Fee Program. This program allows patients to receive medical care at a rate that is determined by the patient’s family size and household income.
• Offering medication assistance