The Bremen Job Center supports women, families and single parents in reconciling work and family life.
The focus is on providing advice, job placement, training, and financial assistance for people receiving citizen's benefits or who need support with (re)entering the workforce. Women can access individualized services for career guidance, job searching, and further education. These include part-time training, language courses, coaching, application support, and programs tailored to the specific needs of families.
Childcare is a key focus. The job center provides advice on finding childcare places, supports individuals with questions about the online childcare portal, and informs them about options for extended childcare hours when starting a job, apprenticeship, or further training is imminent. Furthermore, under certain conditions, subsidies or reimbursements for childcare costs can be applied for.
Expectant mothers receive information and advice on financial benefits during pregnancy and after childbirth. This includes, among other things, additional needs allowances, assistance with maternity clothing and the baby's initial equipment, as well as information on other family benefits such as parental allowance, child benefit, or child support advance payments.
For single parents, there are special counseling and support services designed to facilitate access to employment, training, and qualifications. With the FRIDA! – Women in the Workplace , the Bremen Job Center is also specifically committed to improving women's career opportunities and removing barriers in the labor market.
The offer is aimed particularly at women, families and single parents who need support with career development, childcare or financial security.