The information and hot links below are for individuals affected by the Caterpillar layoff. To connect to additional information and services,
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For information on Layoff Help for Caterpillar Employees, call 217-875-8750, Ext. 208 to speak with a Caterpillar Peer Counselor. They will help you review your current benefits such as life insurance, health insurance and pension fund and are available to help you with resumes, online job searches and other questions you may have.
Caterpillar Peer Counselors are also available at the UAW Hall (2365 E. Geddes in Decatur) on Tuesday and Friday from 7am-4pm. They can be reached during those hours at 217-428-7706.
Visit Workforce Investment Solutions - the Resource Center located at 757 W. Pershing Road, Decatur
At this location, individuals can do the following, as well as receive assistance from workforce professionals:
- Register with Illinois Skills Match to find job openings that match your skills.
- Prepare a resume and search for job listings in Illinois.
- Complete skill and interest assessments to help you identify potential career paths.
- Enhance your skills and begin by researching training programs both locally and throughout Illinois and identify training programs offered by Certified WIA Providers.
- Review all of your current benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, and pension fund in order to locate similar benefits within your budget. Follow the links below to learn more about:
- Locate workshops to help you prepare for a job or career change and job fairs by searching events in your area.
- Use Find a Resource Room to locate places where public computers are available for resume preparation and job searching.