Welcome
Fresh Start of Illinois is an Illinois not for profit corporation dedicated to offering a safe and engaging environment for the residents of Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) and adjacent towns who have recently become unemployed or are in danger of being unemployed.
Fresh Start hopes to ease the fears and anxieties of our community members, especially given the current economic environment.
What's New at Fresh Start?
We've updated our hours to better accommodate you! We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am - 4:00pm.
Coming soon: Job listings on our client services page!
Upcoming Events
Details on the Fresh Start of Illinois Wine Tasting Fundraiser!
First Impressions: Visual and Verbal
September 2nd at 10:00 AM and every first Thursday of the month.
Please join David Rubin as he engages the audience in practical applications of making a great first impression through what you say, how you look, and how you interact with others. You will walk away with ideas and suggestions you can put into use the very same day. If making your first impression a lasting one is high on your priority list...Read more.
HR Confidential: The Recruiting & Selection Process - An Insider's View
September 9th at 1:00 PM and every second Thursday of the month.
Join us for a presentation and Q&A on what you need to know about the internal workings of the employee selection process...Read more.
Explaining WIA
September 21st at 10:00 AM and every second Tuesday of the month. (Please note that session changed from Sept 14th to Sept 21st)
Are you UNEMPLOYED?
MicroTrain Technologies, a proud training provider partner with the Illinois Workforce Development System (IWDS), provides BACK TO WORK job-ready training programs
...Read more.
Mock Interviewing: Interviewing 101
September 23rd at 1:00pm every fourth Thursday of the month.
Brush up on your interview skills with this workshop. Learn the
importance of demeanor, nonverbal communication, dressing and personal
appearance and tips on how to answer questions appropriately. Time
will be allowed to practice your personal interview and technique...Read more.
Are You Living Your Good Life?
Do you want to learn how to live deliberately and create a more fulfilling life rather than have the outside world shape it for you? Read more.