Fara was introduced to us via the Ticket to Work program at his school earlier this year, and we immediately knew he would be a great fit for a retail traineeship. EPIC Employment Consultant Phillip Le Boeuf connected Fara with Bunnings at Underwood in early 2017. “Fara has the gift of customer … Read more about “I love the team at my new job. I need to get a car now, because I’m always working!” – Fara
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“I love going out into the community and meeting people every day.” – Josephine
Josephine has a passion for volunteering and sharing her experience as a person with Autism with the Hervey Bay community. Nominated by Marg at Wide Bay Women’s Health Centre for the Fraser Coast All Ability Award for Young Community Spirit, Josephine was announced the winner of this award from … Read more about “I love going out into the community and meeting people every day.” – Josephine
“I enjoy my time at Woolworths and cannot thank EPIC enough for this opportunity.” – Simu
When we presented about the Ticket to Work program at Simu’s high school, it was a turning point in the young man’s life. We introduced Simu with Woolworths in Sunnybank Hills, and he began his traineeship in March. His initial duties included merchandising, cleaning tasks and looking after … Read more about “I enjoy my time at Woolworths and cannot thank EPIC enough for this opportunity.” – Simu
“EPIC just didn’t just tell me where I had to work. They helped me achieve my dream.” – Erin
Erin had been volunteering with Margie Stanton from Blue Wheelers Mobile Dog Grooming for around 9 months when she connected with us. Based on the North West Coast of Tasmania, Margie has been operating a Blue Wheelers franchise for ten years. She didn’t intend on employing anyone in her business … Read more about “EPIC just didn’t just tell me where I had to work. They helped me achieve my dream.” – Erin
“Instead of using the word ‘disability’ we need to look at people’s abilities.” – Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Some said Sam’s cerebral palsy would prevent him from ever working, but he’s proven the cynics wrong, recently celebrating his two year anniversary at Moncrieff Entertainment Centre (Moncrieff). Sam’s friendly and sociable personality is well-suited to his role, which has grown and developed with … Read more about “Instead of using the word ‘disability’ we need to look at people’s abilities.” – Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
“I love my job because it helps me to become independent.” – Alex
A surprise 21st birthday bash at work is exactly what Alex needed to cap off what has been a very successful year. Alex blew out his candles alongside EPIC staff and his Woolworths colleagues, who joined him for a celebration featuring cake, balloons, streamers and laughter. Alex started off … Read more about “I love my job because it helps me to become independent.” – Alex
“Out of a bad thing has come a great thing.” – Mark
Father-of-four Mark had been working as a painter for 20 years when a workplace accident suddenly threw his career into disarray. “I injured my knee on the job, and two operations later it’s still no good; I’ve got no meniscus in my knee so it’s bone on bone,” explains Mark. “Heavy lifting and … Read more about “Out of a bad thing has come a great thing.” – Mark
“Jolleen and Catherine have found their place…we’re so happy to see them taking steps forward every day.”
If anyone ever doubted that people with disability could find and maintain long-term jobs, think again. Local sisters Jolleen and Catherine are living proof that people with Down Syndrome can find great jobs and positively contribute to their local community. We helped Jolleen and Catherine find … Read more about “Jolleen and Catherine have found their place…we’re so happy to see them taking steps forward every day.”