When Joshua came to EPIC Assist (EPIC) Launceston he was looking for a little extra support finding employment. At first, he was incredibly shy. It was clear he was lacking confidence and was not optimistic about his job prospects. After a few appointments with his Employment Consultant, Lollita, … Read more about From unemployed to administrative superstar in a matter of months: Joshua’s journey to job success
What managers need to keep in mind when returning to the workplace
As restrictions lift and life slowly eases back to normal, you may be commencing your return to office preparations. During this transition, the health, safety, and mental wellbeing of your employees is paramount. To help you on your journey, here are a few tips and strategies to ensure that the … Read more about What managers need to keep in mind when returning to the workplace
EPIC sites are open by appointment only
EPIC Assist (EPIC) is pleased to share that our doors have reopened and we look forward to welcoming job seekers with a disability, mental health condition, health condition, or injury back into our sites. We are currently operating on an appointment only basis. Please call ahead to ensure our … Read more about EPIC sites are open by appointment only
Let’s talk about men’s health in the workplace
If you had to choose, what would you rather be: healthy or successful? For many men, this is a decision that heavily affects their career and person wellbeing. They are pressured by a cultural script on masculinity that dictates how men must be self-reliant, tough, and strong 24 hours a day, … Read more about Let’s talk about men’s health in the workplace
World Blood Donor Day: saving lives one donation at a time
The 14th of June marks World Blood Donor Day. It is a day that celebrates the amazing, life-saving contributions donors make. It also hopes to encourage those who haven’t donated before to give blood and make the world a healthier place. In Australia, around half a million people donate yearly. … Read more about World Blood Donor Day: saving lives one donation at a time
The board game of EPIC Assist: 30 years in the making [infographic]
It’s true – EPIC Assist (EPIC) is 30 years old! We’ve come a long way in the last three decades. From our humble beginnings as a four-person team in 1990’s North Brisbane, to spanning three states and four countries, it’s safe to say that we’ve had some great adventures and got a pretty EPIC … Read more about The board game of EPIC Assist: 30 years in the making [infographic]
30 steps to prepare for a job interview
Congratulations! You’ve been asked to participate in a job interview. Interview preparation helps you feel more in control and appear cool and calm. It is an opportunity to understand the role and organisation even before you start working with them. Here are 30 ways to prepare yourself for a … Read more about 30 steps to prepare for a job interview
30 tips for preparing your resume
Preparing your resume can seem like a daunting task. It can be hard to know where to start, so we’ve broken it down into 30 easy steps, in celebration of EPIC’s 30-year anniversary of assisting people with disability into meaningful employment. Get started Make a list of your skills and work … Read more about 30 tips for preparing your resume