◆Address the issue of “the selection failure on purpose”
The new format for employment certificates was established on September 30, and applications are being accepted on a rolling basis from October 1.
The problem of “the selection failure on purpose” who apply to highly competitive daycare centers in order to extend their childcare leave has been raised, and action has been called for.
◆Changes in Forms
The new form has the following five additional columns:
(1) Should childcare leave be shortened at the time of an offer of admission
(2) Should childcare extend
(3) Duration of single assignment (including planned)
(4) Remarks
(5) Parent’s entry column (child’s name, date of birth, facility name, check box regarding use/application status)
In addition, some municipalities require companies to submit a separate sheet of paper with the status regarding night shifts, similar to a certificate of employment.
◆Requirements and procedures for extending the payment period of childcare leave benefits were also reviewed
As a countermeasure against the above-mentioned “the selection failure on purpose,” effective April 1, 2025, the procedure for extending the period of childcare leave benefits will be revised, and a copy of the employee’s declaration and application for use of a daycare center, etc. will also be submitted to Hello Work (the Public Employment Security Office).
In addition, as a condition for receiving the allowance, the director of Hello Work must recognize that the applicant’s application to the municipality is a request to use childcare services at a daycare center in order to return to work as soon as possible.
The provisions will apply to cases where the child involved in the childcare leave reaches 1 year or 1 year and 6 months of age on or after April 1, 2025, so it is advisable to inform those taking childcare leave who fall under this category.
