The Re-Entry Employment Service Program is a community centered subdivision of the Illinois Department of Employment Security. Their expressed purpose is to provide vital support for justice involved individuals who are reintegrating into the community following incarceration. These individuals face significant barriers to reentering the workforce, including societal stigma around criminal convictions and large gaps in workforce experience. The Re-Entry Employment Service Program offers an innovative model that links job seekers with essential training services and access to any necessary certifications. The organization website provides links to community resources which target the unique needs of formerly incarcerated individuals seeks permanent, sustainable employment, as well as guidance tools to help job seekers prepare everything from resumes and cover letters to interview questions about prior criminal records. The program also works with potential employers and local businesses to access government benefits and incentives related to hiring and supporting employees with criminal convictions.