Partners
Learn more about the organizations that partner with the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
College of
Lake County
Founded in 1969, the College of Lake County (CLC) is an award-winning comprehensive community college that has proudly served more than 400,000 students across its three campuses, multiple extension sites, and online learning.
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CLC’s major program areas include credit programs to prepare students for transfer or career entry, GED and adult basic education, non-credit offerings for personal or career development, and contract training and specialized services for businesses.
The College of Lake County is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is part of the Lake County Workforce Ecosystem, which also includes Lake County Partners and Lake County High Schools Technology Campus. The Ecosystem is a dynamic partnership that works to ensure local businesses have access to talent, training, and development resources for retention purposes.
Community Action Partnership
For 50+ years, Community Action Partnership of Lake County (CAPOLC) has worked to reduce the causes and effects of poverty, promote self-sufficiency of low income families and individuals, and improve the standard of living.
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CAPOLC serves more than 24,000 people a year and is one of 1,100 agencies across the United States established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 to fight America’s War on Poverty. As part of a national network, the agencies work to strengthen, promote, and represent the voice of more than 30 million people who are living in poverty.
CAPOLC is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Department of Human Services – Rehabilitation
The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) works in partnership with people with disabilities and their families to support their full community participation through employment, education, and independent living opportunities.
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Located within the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), DRS is the state’s primary agency providing services to people with disabilities.
DHS-Rehabilitation is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Department of Human Services – TANF
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children, including help to pay for food, shelter, utilities, and other expenses.
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Located within the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Family and Community Services, TANF provides time-limited cash assistance, transitional services, and screenings. A person who receives TANF may also get medical assistance and SNAP benefits.
DHS-TANF is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
District 113
Adult Education
Township High School District 113 serves a community of 60,000 residents and educates 3,300 students. The district includes two nationally ranked high schools, Deerfield High School and Highland Park High School.
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District 113 focuses on cultivating passion, unlocking potential, and inspiring excellence among its students and staff.
District 113 Adult Education is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
District 120
Adult Education
Mundelein High School District 120, a comprehensive one-building district housing grades 9-12, covers a 36-square mile area and serves the needs of approximately 2,000 students from Mundelein and surrounding communities.
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District 120 is dedicated to academic excellence for all learners through the core values of equity, growth, and collaboration, and is located on Chicago’s North Shore, approximately 40 miles north of Chicago.
District 120 Adult Education is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Illinois Department of Employment Security
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) administers state unemployment benefits, runs the employment service and labor exchange system (Illinois JobLink), and publishes labor market information.
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IDES focuses on assisting those unemployed at no fault of their own with access to unemployment compensation and employment services, connecting with employers seeking to expand their workforce, and sharing data with policymakers looking to make informed, fact-based decisions that impact Illinois’ economy.
IDES is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Job Corps
(USDOL)
Job Corps is the nation’s largest free, residential career training and education program for low-income young adults ages 16 through 24, offering training, everyday staples, and a supportive community, all at no cost to the participant.
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By offering hands-on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology and construction, Job Corps prepares students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America.
Job Corps is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Lake County
Housing Authority
The Lake County Housing Authority (LCHA) works to people up, create success stories, and empower families by providing direct access to sustainable and affordable housing and financial assistance programs.
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LCHA focuses on accountability, integrity, and accessibility in its operations to support low-income families in finding safe and sanitary housing.
LCHA is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Lake County
Workforce Development
The Lake County Workforce Development Department (LCWD) operates the Job Center of Lake County and offers a variety of resources, programs, and services for job seekers, youth, and local employers.
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LCWD is also part of the Lake County Workforce Ecosystem, comprised of strategic education and workforce partners.
LCWD is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Senior Community Service Employment Program
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), authorized by the Older Americans Act, is a community service and work-based job training program providing training for low-income, unemployed seniors.
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SCSEP participants gain work experience in a variety of community service activities at non-profit and public facilities, including schools, hospitals, day-care centers, and senior centers. Participants also have access to employment assistance through American Job Centers.
SCSEP is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Waukegan
Housing Authority
The Waukegan Housing Authority promotes adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity, and a suitable living environment free from discrimination for low-income families, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.
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The Housing Choice Voucher Program (aka Section 8 program), is a federally funded program designed to help eligible low-income families secure decent, safe and sanitary housing. The Waukegan Housing Authority administers the program.
The Waukegan Housing Authority is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
YouthBuild
Lake County
YouthBuild Lake County (YBLC) provides underserved young adults with the education, training, and life skills necessary to become gainfully employed and build a better future. YBLC believes every young person has the power to succeed.
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YBLC offers free programs for underserved youth in Lake County to obtain their high school diploma, earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, develop career readiness skills, and complete hands-on work experience so they can move into careers, college, or vocational schools.
YouthBuild Lake County is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Youth Conservation
Corps
Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a non-profit organization committed to providing Lake County’s young people with education, certification programs, and career development to build skills for life through mentorship and empowerment.
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In the majority of programs, YCC serves youth 16-24 years old who have dropped out of high school and face other challenges, such as being low income, homelessness, disabilities, and more. Through hands-on job skills training, GED courses, and other career readiness work, YCC empowers these young people to get back on track, gain self-worth, and develop lifelong skills to achieve their goals.
Youth Conservation Corps is a key partner of the Lake County Workforce Development Board and is one of several organizations that participate in the Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).