Embarras River Basin Agency

10/23/2026

ERBA Head Start Openings:
Lawrenceville Family Advocate/Bus Aide - Part-Time (29hrs/wk)
Douglas Co Kitchen Aide - Part-Time (24hrs/wk)
Paris Class Aide - Part-Time (26hrs/wk)
Coach - Full-Time

High-School Diploma or GED is required for all positions.
All Head Start positions start at $15.70 an hour. Teacher, Teacher Aide, and Coach starting pay is based on education, $15.70-$23.05
Full Time Employment Benefits include:
Paid time off, 401K, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Wellness Program. Options for Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Aflac.
Part Time Employment Benefits may vary.

For more details and to apply go to erbainc.org

10/22/2026

October 22, 1982

A look into the past 👀🔎

President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October was National Head Start Awareness Month. Ever since, October has been a month for our community to celebrate Head Start’s life changing impact.

10/20/2026

ERBA Outreach Office Openings

Coles East (Charleston) Homeless Case Manager Full-time 35 hours per week

Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm

Starting pay $16 per hour. Full-time benefits include health, life, vision, dental, Aflac, supplemental life, short-term disability, 401k, and paid time off!

For more details and to apply go to

Official website of Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA), the Community Action Agency providing LIHEAP, CSBG, Head Start, Senior Services, Homeless Services and Housing Counseling inSouth East Central Illinois.

10/20/2026

💡 Did You Know? 💡

Head Start has helped more than 40 million children and families since 1965 by providing early learning, health, nutrition, and family support services.

For over 60 years, Head Start has been helping children build the skills they need to succeed in school and in life.

10/16/2026

Are you or someone you love affected by homelessness?

The Youth Action Board is looking for participants to join Youth Amplified, a group formed in efforts to give a voice to homeless youth. See the flyer below for more details! 👀

Want to sign up or inquire about the program? Reach out to the email listed here! 🔽
[email protected]

10/16/2026

👀 Additional Ameren Illinois assistance resources! ⚡

Details regarding all programs, eligibility, and applying will be listed below 🔽
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🏢 Non-Residential Hardship Program 🏢
Eligible small businesses and nonprofits may receive a one-time grant of up to $1,000, based on the current and past-due account balance.

Eligibility includes:
Active non-residential account
Businesses must have fewer than 50 employees; nonprofits may also apply
Business or organization must be experiencing hardship
Primary office must be in Ameren Illinois service territory
Applicant cannot have received this benefit during the current calendar year
Applications will be accepted until funds are depleted

Apply online: https://ameren.com/Assistance
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🎖️ Ameren Illinois Military Support Program (AIMS) 🎖

Active-duty military members and veterans with active residential service may qualify for a $400 grant.

Key requirements:
Account must be active and, in the applicant’s, or spouse’s name
Application address must be the applicant’s primary residence
Applicant must be active-duty military or a veteran
Documentation required: DD214 showing honorable discharge or a Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
Applications will be accepted until funds are depleted

Apply online: https://ameren.com/Assistance
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🏠 Warm Neighbors Cool Friends (WNCF) 🏠

WNCF provides matching-grant assistance for income-qualified residential households that may not qualify for other government or nonprofit assistance.

Key requirements:
Active residential account
A matching customer payment must have been made within the last 90 days

To apply or learn more: Call your local ERBA Outreach office!
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10/16/2026

Meet NEUAC: the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition.

We are a national nonprofit coalition bringing together utility assistance professionals, nonprofit organizations, government and tribal entities, utilities, corporations, and other advocates committed to addressing energy and water affordability.

By connecting people across sectors, NEUAC helps members share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, educate policymakers, and advance solutions for households experiencing energy insecurity.

Over the next few weeks, our Meet NEUAC series will take a closer look at our mission, signature initiatives, membership benefits, and the community working with us to protect access to essential utility services.

Follow along—and learn more at neuac.org/membership.

10/15/2026

💡 Did You Know? 💡

Children learn through play! Head Start classrooms use hands-on activities, creative expression, and guided exploration to help children develop important lifelong skills.

10/14/2026

ERBA Outreach Office Openings

Coles East (Charleston) Homeless Case Manager Full-time 35 hours per week

Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm

Starting pay $16 per hour. Full-time benefits include health, life, vision, dental, Aflac, supplemental life, short-term disability, 401k, and paid time off

Douglas County (Tuscola) Outreach Assistant - Part-time 24 hours per week

Edgar County (Paris) Outreach Assistant - Part-time 24 hours per week

Jasper County (Newton) Outreach Assistant - Part-time 24 hours per week

Hours will be:
Monday 11 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday-Thursday 9 am - 2:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 1 pm

Starting pay $15 per hour. Part-time benefits include Dental and Aflac Insurance, 401k and paid time off

For more details and to apply go to

Official website of Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA), the Community Action Agency providing LIHEAP, CSBG, Head Start, Senior Services, Homeless Services and Housing Counseling inSouth East Central Illinois.

10/13/2026

💡 Did You Know? 💡

Head Start is about so much more than preparing children for kindergarten. It supports learning, health, family well-being, and community connections.