Career Services
Empowering Your Career Journey
The Workforce Board funds a local workforce services office near you. Connect with local employers, access job training, training scholarships, and get expert support for every step of your job search in Kankakee, Grundy, and Livingston Counties. Click on the workforce services office for contact information, job boards, & access to the scholarship survey.
Our Services
Comprehensive Career Support
Resume Writing
Personalized guidance to help you craft a professional resume that stands out.
Job Search Assistance
Access job listings and local employer connections to find the right fit.
Interview Preparation
Coaching and resources to help you succeed in interviews.
Training Scholarships
Training scholarships are available for eligible job seekers with WIOA-funded training and certification programs.
Find a Workforce Services office near you
Kankakee Workforce Services
450 N. Bradley Blvd
Bradley, IL 60915
815-802-8960
Grundy Workforce Services
725 School Street
Morris, IL 60450
815-280-6822
Livingston Workforce Services
211 E. Madison St
Pontiac, IL 61764
309-268-8280
Why use the Workforce Services offices?
Our regional expertise, strong employer partnerships, and comprehensive workforce programs help you succeed in your career journey.
Local Connections
Direct access to employers and opportunities in Kankakee, Grundy, and Livingston Counties.
Personalized Support
One-on-one assistance tailored to your career goals.
Training Scholarships
WIOA-funded programs to upskill and certify your talents.
Community Partnerships
Collaboration with educational institutions and local organizations.
Success Stories
Hear from job seekers and employers who found success through our career services.
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Serona was happy to receive WIOA’s financial funding, but especially grateful for the emotional support she received from her career planner, Marlana. “Marlana has been awesome! She is a sweetheart. She’s been very supportive and I’m grateful for the help she gave me.”.
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While recalling how WIOA helped her, Amecia stated, “WIOA saved my life”. She described the devastation she felt after losing her job and expressed great appreciation for the scholarship, and her career planner, Ben. “I could always reach out to Ben with a question or request and he was on it, right away. He’s amazing!”
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Zac, who had worked in the manufacturing industry, experienced a layoff due to COVID. He then utilized our scholarship available to dislocated workers and decided to pursue training in the nursing field. He attended Heartland Community College to complete his pre-requisites courses and then transferred to Illinois State University where he earned his Bachelors of Science in Nursing. Zac is gainfully employed as a RN.