Business Directory

Career Cluster - Human Services
The Human Services career cluster focuses on careers that improve the quality of life for individuals and communities by addressing personal, family, and societal needs, encompassing roles in counseling, mental health, family services, personal care, and consumer advocacy.

Key Areas within the Human Services Career Cluster:

Counseling and Mental Health Services: This includes careers like mental health counselors, social workers, rehabilitation counselors, and marriage and family therapists.

Family and Community Services: This area encompasses roles like childcare providers, social and community service managers, and outreach specialists.

Personal Care Services: This includes careers related to personal appearance, such as barbers, cosmetologists, and fitness trainers, as well as those providing personal care for individuals with disabilities or special needs.

Consumer Services: This area focuses on consumer advocacy, helping individuals navigate the consumer landscape and protect their rights.

 

Examples of Human Services Careers:

Social Worker: Assesses and addresses the needs of individuals and families, providing support and resources.
Childcare Provider: Provides care and supervision for children in various settings.
Mental Health Counselor: Helps individuals cope with mental health challenges and promotes well-being.
Rehabilitation Counselor: Assists individuals with disabilities in achieving their vocational and personal goals.
Personal Trainer: Helps individuals achieve their fitness goals through exercise and coaching.
Funeral Director: Assists families with funeral arrangements.
Health Educator: Promotes health and wellness through education and outreach.
Case Worker/Manager: Assesses the needs of clients and develops care plans.
Grant Writer: Secures funding for human services organizations.
Child Welfare Worker: Investigates and addresses child welfare concerns.
Probation Officer: Supervises individuals on probation or parole.
Public Administrator: Manages public services and programs.
Substance Abuse Worker: Provides support and treatment for individuals struggling with substance abuse.
Gerontology Aide: Provides care for the elderly.

Abundant Life Assembly of God Church
1409 E DeYoung St.
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-993-6196
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Abundant Life is a group of people on a journey with Jesus. We don’t claim to have it all figured out and recognize that each of us is in a different spot on that journey.  Whether you are new to the area and looking for a church home or you are just checking out the whole “church thing,” you are welcome here.

Alzheimer's Association
PO Box 1212
Marion, IL 62959
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Join us in making a difference in the fight against Alzheimer's. Your donation today will help provide care and support services, and bring us closer to breakthroughs in research. Together, we can achieve our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

American Legion Post 147
11720 Longstreet Rd.
Marion, IL 62959
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The American Legion is built on a promise from men and women who swore with their lives to defend and protect the United States through military service. The promise begins at enlistment, grows through training and discipline in the U.S. Armed Forces and continues after discharge, as veterans in service to community, state and nation.

The American Red Cross of South Central Illinois serves 1,007,227 people in 31 counties including Bond, Christian, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Douglas, Greene, Edgar, Effingham, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Jasper, Jefferson, Macon, Macoupin, Marion, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Moultrie, Perry, Richland, Sangamon, Scott, Shelby, Washington, Williamson.

aspire
603 N Court St
MARION, IL 62959
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Experience our 5-star rated, state-of-the-art wellness boutique and an authorized retailer of lululemon® in Marion, Illinois.

Binkley-Ross Funeral Home
1702 W Boulevard St.
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-997-7772
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Binkley-Ross Funeral Home is an exclusive Life Celebration home that offers hope and light during times of darkness. The Marion community has began to call upon the funeral home for their care and support when faced with what is known as the most difficult moments. Our dedicated staff pride themselves by having a licensed funeral director available 24 hours a day.

Blush and Ivory Bridal Boutique
307 N. Market St.
Marion, IL 62959
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A unique, little boutique in Marion, IL, Blush & Ivory Bridal Boutique has curated a wide selection of dresses at an incomparable value for every bride. Dana and Katie's mission is to help you discover the wedding dress that you envision yourself walking down the aisle in.

Blush & Ivory Bridal Boutique is by appointment only, ensuring that your experience is completely personalized. The focus will be solely on you, as you shop, try on gowns, and say, "YES!".

Whether you are looking for glitz and glamor or elegant simplicity, in a Blush & Ivory gown, you'll feel delighted knowing that you found "the one". We also carry a variety of accessories to complete your dream bridal look including personalized jackets, jewelry, veils, and shoes.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois
101 S. Lewis Lane
PO Box 3092
Carbondale, IL 62902
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We are currently closed and working to reopen our doors soon!

Hours:
8:00 am - 9:00 pm

Buehler Wellness Center
812 Skyline Drive
Suite 200
Marion, IL 62959
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We work to deliver evidence-based counseling and wellness services to empower individuals to have stronger minds and stronger bodies.   Our therapists are trained in Brainspotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Talk Therapy, and our technicians, and practitioners are trained and use professionalism and honor to build this trust.

Caring Counseling Ministries
11264 Rt 37
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-997-7972
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Depression, anxiety, trauma, and other emotional and marital/family issues can damage how we think about ourselves and the world. Negative thoughts and feelings can become a cycle of shame and hopelessness. At Caring Counseling, we seek to relieve those negative mindsets to rediscover purpose and happiness. If you guessed we are a Christian Counseling agency by our name, you thought right, and we are here for everyone. Even you.

Caritas Family Solutions
8601 W Main St. Ste. 201
Belleville, IL 62223
Fax: 618-213-8777
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Our goal is to take people from crisis to self-sufficiency. We know what a profound effect we can have on people’s lives simply by creating a loving, caring environment.

Centerstone
902 W Main St.
West Frankfort, IL 62896
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Centerstone believes mental health matters for everyone. We embrace the uniqueness of each individual and foster an inclusive environment where each person is valued for their experiences and perspectives.

Cornerstone Church
2705 Walton Way
Marion, IL 62959
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For more than 20 years, we've been Helping People Follow Jesus! You are invited to join us this weekend for any of our services.

Dayemi Health Services, LLC
218 N. Illinois Ave.
Carbondale, IL 62901
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Dayempur Herbals is a seed-to-shelf business that makes and sells natural herbal remedies. Our herbs are Certified Naturally Grown, and we purchase organic herbs and ingredients from local and known sources. We use traditional methods to handcraft tinctures/liquid extracts, infused oils, salves, syrups and sprays.

E. Claire Beauty+Wellness Collaborative
212 S University Ave.
Carbondale, IL 62901
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WHO WE SERVE
Anyone in the Carbondale, IL or Southern IL region that feels like they have never truly belonged. We work diligently to unlearn harmful practices to create a safe space for those who face marginalization throughout their lives. There is no room in beauty for that. Art serves everyone. So do we

1109 N Railroad St.
Marion, IL 62959
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Hours:
M-Th 9am-7:30pm Fri. 9am-12 & 3-10:30pm Sat. 9am-8pm

Fifth Season Assisted Living
915 Radcliff St.
PO BOX 1147
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-998-9348
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The goal of Fifth Season Residential is to allow each resident to remain as independent as possible, yet provide (through 24-hour staffing) the services each resident needs, and to accomplish this task through the least restrictive and most home-like manner possible.

Fighting Cancer Today
205 E Main St. #342
PO Box 342
Marion, IL 62959
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Our mission is simple but powerful: to stand beside every woman, child, and family affected by cancer, offering a helping hand, a caring heart, and a relentless commitment to their well-being. We believe in facing cancer head-on, armed with love, compassion, and resources that ease the burdens of this challenging journey.

First Church of God
1409 Broeking Rd.
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-997-3764
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Our mission at First Church of God is SHARING LIFE!
We desire to be a church where life is shared with the world around us while we share in each other's life here in the family of God.

Hours:
Office Hours M-F 8:30 -noon

204 N Halfway Rd.
Marion, IL 62959
Fax: 618-997-3665
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Hospice of Southern Illinois provides specialized care services for patients and families who are faced with a terminal illness. Our focus is on patient care including symptom management, emotional support, and spiritual support.

Hours:
24/7 on call  office hours are 8:30am-5:00pm

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