GLCEDC Hosts Unemployment Insurance Workshop

In conjunction with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), the GLCEDC is hosting a Unemployment Insurance Workshop to assist local businesses with employment programs and so much more including: 

• ”How To” Guide to completing the UI Protest Form with a subject matter expert
• Work Opportunity Tax Credits From $2,400 up to $9,000 for each individual new hire
• Illinois Labor Market Information
•  Role Plays of Actual Cases of unemployment hearings and provides an awareness of the hearing process
• Illinois Job Link Labor Exchange System is an internet database designed for both the employers and employees to find jobs/candidates that meet their criteria for employment
• Benefits of Employing Illinois Veterans
• New Employee Fidelity Bonding Program
• Re-Entry Employment Services Program and Reducing Recidivism in Illinois

It will be held at the Elks Club Conference Room in Pontiac on Wednesday, May 16th.  Registration begins at 8:00am, and the program itself is from 8:30am - 11:30am.  Continental breakfast will be served.  The cost is $10, and you can RSVP at 815-842-2900 before May 7th.