Project Employment – School Leaver Program
Making the transition from school to work as easy as possible.
Project Employment (formerly Charged Up for Work) is an employment pathway for school students with disability or long-term health conditions. Project Employment will help to create a smoother transition from high school to the workplace, making it easier for students to adapt and thrive in new environments.
The program includes a tailored work preparation training program which runs one full day per week for seven weeks, providing students with practical employment skills that will support them in the workplace. Upon completion of the training, graduates will receive up to 12 months’ individualised support to pursue their chosen career.
The Project Employment pilot program was evaluated by a team of highly experienced research experts from Curtin University, who closely measured its success and applied learnings.
Who is eligible to take part?
- High school aged students
- Students with disability or long-term health condition that impacts their education and potential for future employment
What are the topics covered in the training sessions?
- Career identification, development and planning
- Recruitment training (resume writing and job interview preparation)
- Budgeting skills
- Work-related communication and workplace expectations
- Teamwork, problem-solving and creative thinking skills
- Public transportation training and worksite visits
- Stress management and work/life balance training
What are the employer benefits of hosting Project Employment graduates?
- To address gaps in services and increase workplace diversity
- To combine employment pathway training with work placement support for a more effective transition into the workplace
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