Category: Job seekers
We don’t just provide services to find employment for people with disability, we also assist in career development and non-paid opportunities. One of these opportunities was provided for Tegan in the form of an industry visit to gain a better understanding of different workplaces and job positions. NDIS Employment Support Coach Janette (pictured right) and Edge client Tegan (pictured…
Amelia’s dream of running her own business became a reality in November when she debuted her small business, Pascal’s Pals, at the Bedfordale Markets. Kerri, Amelia’s Careers Teacher, introduced Amelia to our Project Employment program, where Amelia has worked alongside Project Employment Consultant Holly, who has played a key role in helping Amelia achieve this…
“I have been in this role for a few months, and my Employment Support Coach at Edge helped me gain volunteer work. In the earlier stages, David [Employment Support Coach] helped me with my problem-solving. They have helped me perform my working tasks better,” said Cameron. After seeking Edge’s support on his employment journey, Cameron…
During week six of our workplace preparation program, Project Employment, our students visited a range of businesses to gain insights into the various roles, opportunities and possibilities. One of these organisations was Quest Joondalup. Thank you to the team at Quest Joondalup who shared, “It was an honour to host some of their students, introduce them to the hospitality…
Project Employment has become important to so many of our clients’ lives, small steps to continue to move in a better direction towards employment. Zandyn is one of those clients. When Zandyn joined Project Employment in Term 1, he was in Year 10 and was a very shy 15-year-old. During the first week of the program,…
Chloe began her journey with Edge in March 2016, seeking a change and new opportunities. Working closely with her Job Coach, Chloe identified her career aspiration of becoming an Administration Assistant. Chloe found her ideal role through persistence and collaboration with her Local Area Coordinator. She applied for various positions and after a successful interview,…
“Be willing to meet them where they are, be curious and open to their lived experience. Compassion and understanding are a must.” That is Eloise’s advice to any employer out there looking to hire unfamiliar staff. Eloise’s story is one of success, but it wasn’t an easy, straight-forward path; there were plenty of turns and…
Ciara is one of our friendly, kind, and caring clients who, after speaking with her school, registered with our NDIS School Leavers Employment Supports. When joining Edge, Ciara’s main priority was wanting to get some work experience, focus on improving her communication skills and get some assistant with on-the-job training. Chantal, Ciara’s Employment Support Coach from…
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