Tag: Employment program

Persistence and dedication leads David to employment

David, genU Employment Pathways team leader Brooklyn, David’s mother Sharon and MatchWorks Employment Consultant Daniel.

A year of dedicated work and effort has paid dividends for David, who found ongoing employment with the help of genU and MatchWorks. David had been struggling for confidence and motivation after finishing school. He felt disconnected from others and uncertain about his future. With the support of his mother Sharon, David joined genU’s School…

ESG job seekers elevate their employment skills

Elevate program participants at Mount Druitt.

Employment Services Group (ESG) job seekers in New South Wales and Western Australia are taking part in a new employment program, which has a focus on mental health. The Elevate program is designed to help job seekers gain employment, while assisting them to build a healthy lifestyle. It incorporates strategies including mindfulness, gentle exercise and…

Young Geelong job seekers graduate from Cats Match program

Cats Match participants with Geelong Cats player Jed Bews.

Twenty-three young Geelong job seekers officially graduated from a special employment program today, which was delivered by MatchWorks and Geelong Cats. The Cats Match program encouraged participants to improve their physical and mental health and wellbeing and to learn employability related skills. Participants have been assisted throughout the 10-week program with resumes and applications, interview…