The Employment Preparation and Placement program (EPP) RFP seeks organizations with a proven track record delivering wholistic workforce services, including career pathway navigation, comprehensive case management, and supportive services that prepare Chicago residents for employment opportunities at or above the City's minimum wage. Selected respondents will prioritize services to residents with significant barriers to employment, including system-impacted individuals with arrest and conviction records, returning residents transitioning home from incarceration, jobseekers with limited English proficiency, and people at imminent risk of homelessness. The DFSS EPP program is intended for Chicago residents who are part of priority populations facing significant barriers to employment.
