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American Job Center @ Prairie State College

Comprehensive American Job Center · Illinois workNet network

Weekly hoursMon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
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American Job Center @ Prairie State College is a comprehensive American Job Center in Chicago Heights, Illinois, part of the Illinois workNet network. It is at 202 South Halsted St., ATOC Building, Suite 148, Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Call 708-709-7975. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

What to bring to American Job Center @ Prairie State College

  • Photo IDIllinois's claim checklist asks for an ID
  • Social Security numberIllinois's claim checklist asks for it
  • Your work historyEmployers and dates; Illinois asks for the last 18 months
  • A resume, even a rough draftUseful if you want resume or job search help
  • Unemployment claim detailsClaim number and any letters, if you already filed

Full checklist by situation · Illinois unemployment documents

American Job Center @ Prairie State College hours Central Time

Mon8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Tue8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Wed8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Thu8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Fri8:30 AM–5:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Address and contact

202 South Halsted St., ATOC Building, Suite 148Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Phone
708-709-7975
TTY
800-526-0844
Email
Not published
Time zone
Central Time

Services at American Job Center @ Prairie State College

Training (WIOA)Unemployment helpVeterans servicesYouth programsAssistance with completing applications and formsCommunity networking and support groupsResource navigation and case managementAssistive technology for individuals with disabilitiesFree internet and public Wi-Fi accessTranslation and interpretation servicesAdult education and GED programsComputer skills trainingFinancial literacy workshopsJob search assistance workshopsVocational TrainingEmergency financial aidCareer counseling and coachingEmployer partnerships and hiring supportJob search assistanceResume writing and interview preparationUnemployment insurance assistanceCareer mentoring and coachingLeadership and life skills trainingYouth volunteer and civic engagement opportunitiesCareer FairsCollege and University Career ServicesOn-Site Interviewing and Conference FacilitiesPost Job OpeningsPre-Employment ScreeningReferral to Community Business ResourcesResume ReferralAccess to NetworksAccess to TechnologyAssessmentsEmployee Retention ServicesInformation & ResourcesLabor Market Information (LMI)On-Site VisitsTraining & WorkshopsTransition and DownsizingAdvisement & CounselingJob Club and NetworkingOn-the-Job TrainingResources for Ex-OffenderUnpaid Work Experience and InternshipsWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

The source marks some of these services as requiring enrollment or eligibility.

Center type: Comprehensive American Job Center (all required partner programs available on site). Center types explained

Unemployment help and appointments

The official listing says this center offers help with unemployment insurance.

Appointments: The official listing does not say whether you need an appointment. Call first.

Illinois policy: IDES offices take walk-ins and appointments.

How to file in IllinoisPhone 1-800-244-5631 Up to $628 a weekUp to 26 weeks in Illinois Illinois unemployment phoneNumbers and hours Weekly claimsKeep getting paid Claim denied?How to appeal

Workforce board

Region: LWIA 7. How WIOA training works

Accessibility and languages

The official listing does not describe accessibility features. Call ahead to request accommodations; federal one-stop rules require American Job Center sites to be physically and programmatically accessible to people with disabilities.

TTY: 800-526-0844

Spanish-language help is not confirmed by the official listing.

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Questions about American Job Center @ Prairie State College

What are the hours of American Job Center @ Prairie State College?

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Central Time). Days not shown are not listed by the official source, so call before you go on those days and on holidays.

What is the phone number of American Job Center @ Prairie State College?

708-709-7975.

Where is American Job Center @ Prairie State College located?

202 South Halsted St., ATOC Building, Suite 148, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

Can I file for unemployment at American Job Center @ Prairie State College?

The official listing says this center offers help with unemployment insurance. In Illinois you can file online through the state unemployment website or by phone at 1-800-244-5631.

How much is unemployment in Illinois?

The maximum weekly benefit is $628 for up to 26 weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Labor table effective July 2026. Your amount depends on your past wages.

Sources

Checked October 30, 2026 against apps.illinoisworknet.com/Locator/api/SPSearch.

Center website: nationalable.org

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