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
Email[email protected]
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
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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.