Unlocking Opportunities: Free Online Training for Employment Support in B-Type Work Continuation

On February 6, 2026, from 18:00 to 19:00, Papageno Corporation will host a free online training session titled "Essential for Employment Support! What is 'External Support' in B-Type Employment Continuation?" This event is aimed at support staff, managers, and service management representatives in the B-Type Employment Continuation sector, offering an invaluable learning opportunity to enhance expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities toward employment.

The training will be led by Maki Takahashi, a skilled instructor with extensive experience in designing systems and providing employment support at Papageno Work & Recovery. This session addresses a pressing need in the industry, as the job support landscape for individuals with disabilities has been evolving rapidly. The introduction of external support is becoming a critical component of helping these individuals transition into formal employment. Yet, many facilities struggle to implement this effectively.

The Need for External Support

Recent years have seen a significant shift in the expectations for B-Type Employment Continuation, with an increased focus on assisting clients in securing jobs within companies. One essential aspect of this process is 'external support,' which includes workplace internships and accompanying clients on job searches. Despite its importance, many facilities find it challenging to leverage this support effectively, often due to a lack of understanding and practical advice.

In Suginami Ward, where Papageno operates, very few facilities are successfully implementing external support, indicating a clear gap in knowledge and practice. Concerns raised by various B-Type Employment Continuation facilities and local governments show a growing need for comprehensive guidance on the following issues:

- Understanding the distinction between external support and external employment.
- Gaining confidence in navigating complex regulations and administrative tasks, such as national health insurance claims.
- Identifying specific types of support covered by external assistance.
- Finding local facilities that practice external support for reference.

What Participants Will Learn

During this training, participants will gain insights into key points essential for operating within the B-Type Employment Continuation framework:

- The differences between "external support" and "external employment."
- Advantages of utilizing external support, considering perspectives of both clients and facilities.
- Steps to implement external support effectively.
- Important considerations for calculating remuneration and handling health insurance claims.
- Practical examples of support that lead to employment opportunities.

Event Details

- Event Name: Essential for Employment Support! B-Type Employment Continuation's "External Support"【Online Training for Support Workers】
- Date and Time: February 6, 2026 (Friday), 18:00–19:00
- Format: Online streaming via Google Meet. Participants will receive a URL via email.
- Cost: Free
- Target Audience: Managers, service management representatives, support staff, and anyone interested in employment support for individuals with disabilities.

Instructor Profile

Maki Takahashi is a support staff member at Papageno, recognized for her expertise in health care SaaS and real estate sales before joining Papageno in November 2023. Within two years, she has led the establishment of the Papageno Work & Recovery facilities in Yoga and Shimotakaido, currently serving as the center leader focusing on user support and management.

How to Register

Participants can register through the following web form: Registration Form

About Papageno Work & Recovery

Papageno Work & Recovery is a B-Type employment continuation support facility that provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to utilize cutting-edge IT technology, like generative AI, to support digital transformation for businesses while aiming for self-exploration and recovery.

About Papageno Corporation

Dedicated to fostering a society where everyone can feel their existence is worthwhile, Papageno aims to bring recovery into practice through its operations. The company runs the B-Type employment continuation support facility Papageno Work & Recovery, develops the AI support application "AI Shien-san," and advocates for DX in the industry.

For more details, visit our official website: Papageno Corporation.