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Job Training - New Moms - Chicago

5317 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651

Near the Green Line

Eligibility

Young mothers aged 18 to 24 years old

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm

Languages

English

Application process

Complete the Job Training Interest form on the website.

Fees

Free

Service area

IL
New Moms' comprehensive, fully paid, 16-week Job Training program blends classroom and on-the-job training at their social enterprise candle company, Bright Endeavors, to create positive environments of learning and employment practice for young moms 18-24 years old. Young moms are paired with a Supportive Employment Coach for the duration of the training and up to 2 years post-program. They set and track productivity goals along with having the opportunity to opportunity to pursue educational opportunities such as GED programs, forklift certification, and First Aid/CPR certification.

Date of Last Formal Update

04/10/2025

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211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

New Moms
New Moms offers young moms support in stable housing, job training, and family support. They also help youth to engage in educational programs. New Moms offers a range of holistic family supports including community-based doula services, education, and intervention on child health and development, and parent coaching - with a primary goal to support the emotional and spiritual growth of young moms as they become their children's first, best teachers.
Job Training - New Moms - Chicago