Put Illinois to Work

The Put Illinois to Work program is designed to match employers with Illinois residents who are legally present in the United States, authorized to work and are seeking employment. Qualified applicants must be between the ages of 18-21 or be the custodial or non-custodial parent of a minor child. Applicants may not have an income that is above 200% of the federal poverty level.

This is an excellent opportunity for all employers (public, private and non-profit) to find workers suited for their needs and train them for a possible permanent position. All payroll is provided through the program, including the cost of workers comp and Social Security, therefore no financial loss is accrued by employers if they do not find the right individuals to suit their needs.

The program is funded by the State of Illinois and federal funding made available in the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Emergency Contingency Fund created by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The Emergency Contingency Fund expires on September 30, 2010. Therefore all subsidized employment placements must end by that date.

The hourly wage for employees is $10 per hour and is paid for through the Put Illinois to Work program. Employers are encouraged, but not obligated to provide permanent positions after the funding expires September 30, 2010.

Employers, and those looking for work, should visit the DHS website and sign-up today.