A six-week internship with the remuneration service department at Mercy Health is paying off for jobseeker Michael, turning into a paid position after he impressed his managers with his performance. Michael explains that his job entails working on the computer, and looking after a range of … Read more about “It’s been such a positive experience for us” – Alicia
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Julie brings sparkle to EPIC!
Superstar motivational speaker Julie Cross visited our Windsor service centre yesterday to run a session with our Regional Coordinators, Operations and State Managers, and members of our Senior Leadership team. Julie spent over an hour sharing valuable wisdom with our leaders, before revealing a … Read more about Julie brings sparkle to EPIC!
“Helping people with disability is something I feel strongly about” – Georgia-Rose.
Georgia-Rose has set her sights on a future in disability services, after her job at EPIC Maryborough sparked a newfound passion. Georgia-Rose has been completing the work experience component of her Certificate II in Business in EPIC Maryborough’s reception area. “I answer the phones, cover … Read more about “Helping people with disability is something I feel strongly about” – Georgia-Rose.
Five secrets of mental wellbeing: exercise
It’s Day 4 of EPIC’s daily tips for improving mental health and managing mental health conditions, which we are rolling out as part of World Mental Health Day. Recent evidence suggests five key areas are key in supporting mental wellbeing. Those areas are: Mindfulness Learning … Read more about Five secrets of mental wellbeing: exercise
“I have been where I did not see any light, but there is always a light.” – Rebecca
Rebecca’s journey to meaningful employment has been plagued with dark thoughts and moments of desperation. But only through hitting rock bottom was she able to accept the help she knew she needed. “I was sitting in a truck stop one day, and I was looking at the trees and working out which one … Read more about “I have been where I did not see any light, but there is always a light.” – Rebecca
Five secrets of mental wellbeing: mindfulness
To coincide with World Mental Health Day, we’re sharing daily tips for improving mental health and managing mental health conditions. Recent evidence suggests five key areas are instrumental in supporting mental wellbeing. Those areas are: Mindfulness Learning Connection Exercise … Read more about Five secrets of mental wellbeing: mindfulness
Great staff make café all the sweeter
There’s nothing as sweet as landing a great new job, especially when it involves coating raspberries in chocolate every day. Devonport local Matt started his career at the Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Café outside Devonport earlier this year. “I love everything about my job! My colleagues are … Read more about Great staff make café all the sweeter
Art: the power to break down barriers
Artists with disability have the power to move people, to speak truths, and to break down barriers in their community. Creating art is a responsibility that artist and advocate Zoe Hankins takes very seriously. “Unlike simple text or speech, a painting or a piece of music can reach deep into our … Read more about Art: the power to break down barriers