Applying for support by your municipality for reintegration into the labour market
Have you been out of work for a long time? Do you want to start working again? Your municipality can support you for your return to work. This is known as reintegration (re-integratie).
If you receive benefits from your municipality, this municipality will help you find a job. This support is provided in the form of training, work or guidance (in Dutch).
You cannot refuse the municipality’s support. If you do, the municipality may lower your benefits.
This is how it works for you
Here is some information from your municipality.
Applying for support by your municipality for reintegration into the labour market
Please note: You can only apply for reintegration assistance if you live in the Netherlands and are registered with a municipality.
Do you receive social assistance benefits and are you able to work? Then the municipality can help you find paid employment again. In some situations, the municipality can also assist you if you have no income of your own.
Assistance for individuals receiving benefits
If you receive social assistance benefits, please contact werk.nl from the UWV.
Assistance for individuals without benefits
If you do not receive social assistance benefits, you may be eligible for support from Patijnenburg under certain conditions. To do this, fill out the application form (pdf, 62 KB). You may also receive assistance under certain conditions through JAS and the GGZ. See our website for more information: Weer aan het werk (re-integratie) | Gemeente Westland (Dutch).
Assistance and advice via Patijnenburg
The municipality provides advice and practical assistance through Patijnenburg. For example, Patijnenburg can help you find an internship so that you can gain work experience.
Assistance and advice via Jongeren aan de slag (JAS)
The initiative Jongeren Aan de Slag (JAS) is specifically for young people looking for a job, education, or seeking assistance. Visit the website Jongeren aan de slag for more information.
Assistance and advice via GGZ
Individuals with a severe mental health condition undergoing treatment and seeking employment can receive support through the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) method. An IPS job coach assists with job searching, finding, and maintaining employment. Visit the GGZ website for more information.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Westland