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Promoting Job Opportunities in Kumamoto's Social Welfare Sector

A new initiative by NPO Chabira is set to shine a spotlight on social welfare facilities in Kumamoto Prefecture. Collaborating with the Kumamoto Child Welfare Council, Chabira will host an online job fair focusing on social welfare institutions in the region. This event is unique because it brings together 13 different facilities, including children’s care centers, infant homes, and psychological treatment centers—all in one virtual space.

Addressing the Hiring Challenge

The primary aim of this job fair is to tackle the challenge of disseminating information about the work environments and opportunities within these facilities. Many potential job seekers are unaware of the benefits and fulfilling careers available in Kumamoto's social welfare sector. By providing a platform for these institutions to engage directly with job seekers, Chabira hopes to enhance awareness and interest in social welfare careers.

Past Endeavors by NPO Chabira

Chabira has a history of increasing awareness about social welfare work. They’ve previously organized events featuring former facility residents sharing their experiences, discussion forums for child consultation center staff, and job fairs specifically for facilities interested in the metaverse. The Kumamoto Child Welfare Council recognized Chabira's successful outreach efforts and expressed interest in a localized job fair. This collaboration is a promising response to the need for better communication about available positions in the field.

Event Details

• - Event Title: Kumamoto Child Welfare Facility Job Festival
• - Date & Time: July 12, 2024, from 13:00 to 15:30
• - Location: Online (Zoom)
• - Eligibility: Open to anyone interested in social welfare careers
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Organizer: NPO Chabira

Participating Facilities

The event will feature a mix of 13 participating facilities including:

• - Childcare Facilities: Airin-en, Komyo Dôen, Kikusui Gakuen, Hiroi Ai Chi-en, Kumamoto Angel-en,

Fujisaki Daito, Jiai-en Kodomo Home, Yatsushiro Nazareth-en, Shion-en, Yudai Komyo Dôen, Midori-en

• - Infant Home: Jiai-en Nyūji Home
• - Psychological Treatment Center: Kodomo L.E.C Center

Job seekers can select three facilities from the list to participate in the event, allowing for a more personalized experience and direct interaction with potential employers.

About NPO Chabira

Headquartered in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, NPO Chabira, led by director Haruka Ōyama, is the only organization in Japan dedicated to supporting the securement and retention of staff in child welfare facilities. They have been chosen by Japan's Child and Family Agency to promote the appeal of social welfare and are currently supporting over a third of welfare facilities nationwide. In 2024, Chabira will also be involved in a project aimed at recruitment and training support for child consultation center staff.

Chabira engages in numerous activities including operating the comprehensive information site 'Chabonauta', organizing site tours, conducting guest lectures at universities and vocational schools, and running training sessions aimed at retaining staff. They are also pioneers in the field, recently introducing online facility tours and events within the metaverse.

Noteworthy, Haruka Ōyama was selected as one of the inspiring figures in the April 2024 issue of Forbes Japan, highlighting individuals making a positive impact in the world.

For more information, please visit the official NPO Chabira website at https://chaibora.org and the comprehensive social welfare information site 'Chabonauta' at https://chabonavi.jp.