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The Job Center-Carlinville

Comprehensive American Job Center · Illinois workNet network

Weekly hoursMon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
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The Job Center-Carlinville is a comprehensive American Job Center in Carlinville, Illinois, part of the Illinois workNet network. It is at 116 South Plum Street, An Illinois workNet Center, Carlinville, IL 62626. Call 217-854-9642. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

What to bring to The Job Center-Carlinville

  • 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

The Job Center-Carlinville hours Central Time

Mon8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Tue8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Wed8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Thu8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fri8:00 AM–4:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Address and contact

116 South Plum Street, An Illinois workNet CenterCarlinville, IL 62626

Phone
217-854-9642
TTY
800-854-9753
Email
Not published
Time zone
Central Time

Services at The Job Center-Carlinville

Training (WIOA)Unemployment helpVeterans servicesYouth programsCommunity networking and support groupsEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) programsFree internet and public Wi-Fi accessTranslation and interpretation servicesDisability benefits assistance (SSDI, SSI)Youth in transitionAdult education and GED programsJob search assistance workshopsVocational TrainingCareer counseling and coachingEmployer partnerships and hiring supportJob search assistanceResume writing and interview preparationUnemployment insurance assistanceCareer mentoring and coachingCareer FairsIllinois JobLink Job PostingsOn-Site Interviewing and Conference FacilitiesPost Job OpeningsPre-Employment AssessmentsPre-Employment ScreeningPre-Employment TrainingReferral to Community Business ResourcesResume ReferralAccess to NetworksAssessmentsEmployee Retention ServicesGrants and LoansIncentive Programs (TIF, Enterprise Zones, etc.)Information & ResourcesLabor Market Information (LMI)One-On-One CounselingTax CreditsTraining & WorkshopsCustomized TrainingFederal Grant UpdatesIncumbent Worker TrainingOn-the-Job TrainingResources for Ex-OffenderSkills Development (Worker Training)Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)Workplace/Soft Skills

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 21. 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: 800-854-9753

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

Map and directions

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Questions about The Job Center-Carlinville

What are the hours of The Job Center-Carlinville?

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 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 The Job Center-Carlinville?

217-854-9642.

Where is The Job Center-Carlinville located?

116 South Plum Street, An Illinois workNet Center, Carlinville, IL 62626.

Can I file for unemployment at The Job Center-Carlinville?

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: west-central.org

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