Mother-Child Instructor
ぼししどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Mother-child instructors are professionals who provide living support, child-rearing guidance, and consultation assistance to single-mother families and single-parent families at child welfare facilities, etc.
Description
Mother-child instructors work at mother-child life support facilities and mother-child self-reliance support facilities, providing daily life support, child-rearing guidance, and consultation assistance to mothers and children from single-mother families. They assess users' living conditions and needs, create and implement support plans (case plans), and coordinate with related organizations such as medical institutions, educational institutions, and government agencies. They also conduct group interviews, individual interviews, and family meetings to provide emotional support and improve life skills. They handle a wide range of tasks, including record-keeping and reporting, participation in team meetings, and emergency response.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates and diversifying family situations, the demand for specialized support from mother-child instructors is expected to remain high in the future.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Excellent Observation Skills / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shifts / Home Visit Support / Night Shifts / On-Site Presence
Career Path
Mother-Child Life Support Staff → Chief Guidance Staff → Facility Manager → Child Welfare Officer → Certified Social Worker
Required Skills
Casework / Consultation Assistance Techniques / Coordination with Related Organizations / Support Plan Creation
Recommended Skills
Family Support / Knowledge of Medical and Welfare Systems / Network Building / Psychological Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to flexibly change support content according to users and situations. |
| Communication Skills | High dialogue skills are necessary to build trusting relationships with mothers, children, and families. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for creating case plans and developing and adjusting support plans. |
| Problem Solving | Required to resolve challenges in complex family environments. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to the high mental load and need for long-term support. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required in the work. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Social Worker
- Child Guidance Staff Appointment Qualification
Related Jobs
- Certified Social Worker
- Child Guidance Staff
- Nursery Teacher