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Zenken's New Initiative in Tottori Prefecture

Zenken Corporation, headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has announced that it has been awarded the contract for the "2025 Caregiver Matching Support Project" by Tottori Prefecture, effective from June 3rd, 2025. The project aims to link foreign caregivers who wish to work in Japan with local caregiving facilities in Tottori that are looking to hire. This initiative forms part of Zenken's broader effort to support the placement and retention of foreign caregivers in collaboration with municipal governments.

The main goal of the project is to alleviate the workforce shortage faced by care facilities in Tottori Prefecture and to establish a sustainable framework that enables foreign caregivers to settle long-term in their roles. Zenken has committed to providing comprehensive support from matching foreign caregivers with facilities to aiding in their retention and career development.

Promoting Tottori’s Appeal

As part of this initiative, Zenken aims to actively promote the attractions of Tottori Prefecture to increase the interest of foreign job seekers. Through effective marketing strategies and information dissemination, they plan to draw potential applicants and showcase the benefits of working within this picturesque region.

Addressing Concerns of Care Facilities

Zenken will also focus on alleviating the concerns of local care facilities regarding the recruitment of foreign staff. By sharing success stories of currently employed foreign caregivers, they hope to boost confidence within these facilities and demonstrate the adaptability and skills of foreign personnel.

Supporting Information Sharing and Preparation

For care facilities set to welcome new foreign caregivers, Zenken will provide essential information and assist in building robust acceptance frameworks. This should ensure that the integration of foreign staff is smooth and their transition into the roles is well supported.

Career Development and Retention

Furthermore, Zenken's responsibilities will include supporting the workplace integration of candidates who have received job offers. They are committed to facilitating career development opportunities, ensuring that foreign caregivers not only settle into their roles but also grow and thrive within their positions.

Previous Successful Initiatives

Last December, Zenken was awarded the "2024 Foreign Caregiver Recruitment Training Program" by Tottori Prefecture. They successfully conducted seminars aimed at local care facilities in February and March 2025. Feedback from participants highlighted the accessibility of the recruitment process and the impressive language proficiency and adaptability shown by foreign caregivers. Attendees expressed a desire to implement what they learned in those sessions effectively.

Future Plans and Commitment

Looking ahead, Zenken is committed to collaborating with local governments to create an environment where foreign caregivers can integrate into their community and work confidently over the long term. The opportunities for continuous training and development reflect their dedication to fostering a supportive ecosystem for both the facilities and the caregivers.

Company Overview

Zenken Corporation was founded on May 2nd, 1975, and officially established on July 14th, 1978. With a capital of 438,788 thousand yen as of June 30, 2024, Zenken is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market under the stock code 7371. Learn more about Zenken and its initiatives by visiting Zenken Official Website.