Ready for a career change in 2021? Here’s where to start
Monday, 4 January 2021
As we say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021, it’s time once again consider whether a career change might be the best way to...
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Dusting off history is serving Josh well
Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Like many Year 12 students Josh spent 2020 thinking about what his future would look like and what career path he would take. This led...
EPIC and Kahwun-Wooga create employment opportunities for Maryborough community
Thursday, 3 December 2020
Nothing is more important to Peter Skuthorpe than community. The Community Justice Group Coordinator for Kahwun-Wooga Aboriginal Corporation in Maryborough explains: “Community to me means...
What do the next 30 years look like?
Monday, 30 November 2020
What is the future of disability employment? If the last 30 years are any indication, it will be remarkably different from what it is today....
International Day of People with Disability: people with disability can work anywhere
Tuesday, 24 November 2020
Disability does not define where a person can work. People with disability can be amazing doctors, paramedics, chefs, lawyers, tradespeople, artists, writers, sportspeople, and teachers....
Inclusive leadership makes powerful teams
Monday, 23 November 2020
Inclusive leadership isn’t just nice to have. It makes good business sense. Teams with inclusive leaders are more likely to be high performing, have less...
Caboolture participant Alex becomes a face of EPIC!
Thursday, 29 October 2020
Alex’s smile and positive aura made him the perfect face to represent EPIC Assist (EPIC) in a new marketing campaign. His journey has shown how...
Very caring and naturally kind: Laurence is the perfect candidate for the aged care sector
Monday, 26 October 2020
After being unemployed for almost a year and a half Laurence has found the perfect role working for Rockpool Residential Aged Care in Morayfield. Laurence...
Mental health blog series: Darian
Thursday, 22 October 2020
In recognition of Mental Health Month, EPIC has released a mental health blog series highlighting the stories of members in our EPIC community who have...
There’s no one right way to seek help
Monday, 19 October 2020
Mental illness is the leading cause of disability in Australia, with one in five people experiencing mental health issues each year. It can be overwhelming...
Mental health blog series: Willow
Wednesday, 14 October 2020
In recognition of Mental Health Month EPIC has released a mental health blog series highlighting the stories of members of our EPIC community who have...
The unexpected place Kai found his dream job
Thursday, 8 October 2020
After working as a bartender for most of his professional life, Kai ended up landing a job in one of the most unexpected industries and...
Mental health blog series: Rachel
Tuesday, 6 October 2020
In recognition of Mental Health Month EPIC has released a mental health blog series highlighting the stories of members of our EPIC community who have...
Mental health blog series: Michael
Friday, 2 October 2020
We love hearing updates from our job seekers and seeing what they can achieve with the right support crew backing them up. We recently heard...
Community key driver for Madill Motor Group
Wednesday, 30 September 2020
Madill Motor Group at Noosa have always fostered a feeling of community amongst their staff. With a focus on clubs within the local community and...
Mental health blog series: Rebecca
Monday, 28 September 2020
October marks National Mental Health Month. The aim of this initiative is to advocate and raise awareness for mental health in Australia. With 1 in...
Understanding complex mental health conditions
Friday, 25 September 2020
In the past few years, a lot has changed to reduce stigma and increase understanding surrounding mental health. It’s great to see that as a...
Employed after 18 years on the side lines
Tuesday, 22 September 2020
After being diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 30, James, a father and grandfather from the Tweed region was unemployed for 18 years. At...
Taylah stands out as the perfect match for TADQ
Monday, 31 August 2020
The right person in the right role: a formula that has proven true for Taylah and her employer, Technology for Ageing and Disabled QLD (TADQ)....
There’s more to say after R U OK?
Thursday, 27 August 2020
Finding the right words to help someone you care about can be a worrying thought. When you see someone in your life struggling, it’s only...
Women, work, and your health
Thursday, 20 August 2020
Finding the right balance between work, happiness, home-life, health, and mental health isn’t always easy. For millions of women all over the world, finding a...
Why inclusive messaging matters: 30 best practices
Monday, 17 August 2020
Messaging is everything. Today, 1 in 5 Australians live with a disability. But despite making up 20% of the population, only about 6% of businesses...
Art and beer the perfect brew for Richard
Thursday, 6 August 2020
Mateship, Sustainability and Inclusiveness. Head of Production at Your Mates Brewing Company Christen McGarry explains the Your Mates vision. “We always wanted to make sure...
“It feels so good to know that EPIC has my back no matter what.” – Doris
Friday, 31 July 2020
Doris moved to Innisfail with her husband four years ago in search of warmer weather and a relaxed lifestyle. However, since the move, Doris struggled...
Brett has the Cutting Edge
Tuesday, 21 July 2020
A lot can change in six months when you’re in the right role in a supportive workplace. Just ask Brett. Brett moved to the Sunshine...
From unemployed to administrative superstar in a matter of months: Joshua’s journey to job success
Monday, 6 July 2020
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...
What managers need to keep in mind when returning to the workplace
Wednesday, 17 June 2020
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,...
EPIC sites are open by appointment only
Tuesday, 9 June 2020
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...
Let’s talk about men’s health in the workplace
Monday, 8 June 2020
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...
World Blood Donor Day: saving lives one donation at a time
Tuesday, 2 June 2020
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...
The board game of EPIC Assist: 30 years in the making [infographic]
Thursday, 28 May 2020
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...
30 steps to prepare for a job interview
Tuesday, 19 May 2020
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...
30 tips for preparing your resume
Wednesday, 13 May 2020
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...
30 ways to improve mental wellbeing
Monday, 11 May 2020
EPIC Assist (EPIC) is celebrating 30 years of service. We are proud to help and support people with a disability, injury, health condition, or mental...
Pivotal moments for disability over the last 30 years
Thursday, 7 May 2020
When EPIC Assist (EPIC) first opened its doors in 1990, the world was a very different place. EPIC only had four staff members, Bob Hawke...
The kindness amid the chaos: National Volunteer Week
Wednesday, 6 May 2020
It’s safe to say that the world is a little strange right now. But amid the chaos of 2020, something brilliant has emerged—the kindness of...
Mum’s the word: raising a child who is ‘different’
Wednesday, 29 April 2020
Becoming a parent is a life-changing experience. Suddenly, someone else’s needs always come first. Your thoughts, words and actions have a direct impact on another...
International Guide Dog Day: celebrating our furry friends making a difference
Wednesday, 22 April 2020
Imagine that you are blindfolded. You are walking down a busy street. Obstacles clutter the footpath. Pedestrians whiz past you and brush your sides. Many...
Taking advantage of newfound spare time to up-skill and re-skill
Monday, 20 April 2020
Many Australians are finding themselves with lots of extra time on their hands due to unemployment or reduced working hours. As we are all restricted...