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As of July 8, 2026, IDES will no longer send benefit payments via paper check.  You may select direct deposit or debit card as your method for receiving benefit payments.  If you were receiving paper checks, you will be switched over to debit card payments unless you choose to enroll in direct deposit.

Filing unemployment claims will be unavailable Sunday, July 26th from 12:00 a.m. until noon for a scheduled system upgrade.  Access for claimants will resume Sunday afternoon.

Belleville - Chester Mental Health Center Career Fair VIRTUAL

Career Event
Land Your Dream Job with IDHS! Join Chester Mental Health Center for a virtual Career Information Session and explore rewarding opportunities in mental health services. During this session, participants will learn about the facility, high-demand career paths, professional growth and advancement opportunities, employee benefits, and what it's like to work at Chester Mental Health Center. Attendees will also receive guidance on the application process, including tips for successfully completing the online application. The session will conclude with a live Q&A, providing an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about building a meaningful and impactful career with the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). The presentation will begin promptly as scheduled.
Friday, June 12, 2026
12:00 PM to 01:00 PM CDT