Now AvailableChicago Opportunity Desk is launching in phases. Employment and staffing services are available now. Additional workforce, certification, training, business, and community services are being introduced as our network and capacity expand.
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Services

The COD service catalog.

Chicago Opportunity Desk is launching in phases. Employment & Staffing is available now. The additional service groups below represent the expanding COD service model and will become active as our network and capacity expand.

Employment Services

Available Now

Career Navigation, Resume Assistance, Interview Preparation, Job Placement, and Workforce Readiness — the full job-search stack with a COD Case Manager.

Employment Requirements

Coming Soon

Fingerprinting, Background Checks, and PERC Assistance — the documents and clearances Chicago employers ask for.

Certifications

Coming Soon

CPR/BLS, First Aid, Food Handler, Food Manager, ServSafe Alcohol, and Security Training — job-required credentials delivered quickly.

Healthcare Pathways

In Development

CNA, PCT, Phlebotomy, EKG, Medical Coding & Billing, Home Care Aide, and Healthcare Career Navigation.

Business Services

In Development

Government Contract Accelerator, Business Formation Support, Capability Statements, Vendor Registration, and Procurement Readiness.

Community Services

In Development

Housing Navigation, Public Benefits Navigation, Behavioral Health Navigation, and Community Resource Referrals.