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Job seeker success stories

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Employable Me's Kayla searches for jobs in the newspaper

Accessibility & Inclusion

Reflections on the first episode of the ABC’s Employable Me

Thursday, 5 April 2018
For a while now, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the opportunity to watch Employable Me, a 3-part documentary series following people with disability as they look for...
SEVA Engineering Manager Steve Harper with EPIC job seekers Tracy, Nick, Korey and Levi

Employer testimonials

“Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA

Thursday, 29 March 2018
Specialised Emergency Vehicles Australia (SEVA) has been working with EPIC for almost two years and have welcomed four valuable team members during that time. Engineering...
Lesley stands with one of the children she supports, with face paint on their faces.

Job seeker success stories

“I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley

Monday, 26 March 2018
Everyone has tough times in their life, but not everyone chooses to make a career out of helping others through challenges. But that’s the story...
Fara stands in the shovel isle at Bunnings Warehouse

Job seeker success stories

“I love the team at my new job. I need to get a car now, because I’m always working!” – Fara

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Josephine and her EPIC Employment Sonsultant stand in the EPIC Office. Josephine is holding a framed certificate from the Ability awards.

Job seeker success stories

“I love going out into the community and meeting people every day.” – Josephine

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Simu stands in the Woolworths Warehouse

Job seeker success stories

“I enjoy my time at Woolworths and cannot thank EPIC enough for this opportunity.” – Simu

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Erin stands with Margie from Blue Wheelers franchise. Margie is holding a poodle, Erin is holding her graduation certificate from Open Colleges

Job seeker success stories

“EPIC didn’t just tell me where I had to work. They helped me achieve my dream.” – Erin

Monday, 26 March 2018
Erin had been volunteering with Margie Stanton from Blue Wheelers Mobile Dog Grooming for around nine months when she connected with us. Based on the North West...
Sam sits outside the MOncrieff Entertainment centre with his EPIC consultants

Employer testimonials

“Instead of using the word ‘disability’ we need to look at people’s abilities.” – Moncrieff Entertainment Centre

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Alex celebrates his 21st birthday at his workplace Woolworths, surrounded by local EPIC staff and Woolworths staff

Job seeker success stories

“I love my job because it helps me to become independent.” – Alex

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Mark sits behind his desk and works on a piece of jewellery

Job seeker success stories

“Out of a bad thing has come a great thing.” – Mark

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Joleen and Catherine making cookies in the Woolworths Bakery

Job seeker success stories

“Jolleen and Catherine have found their place…we’re so happy to see them taking steps forward every day.”

Monday, 26 March 2018
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...
Alex with his co-wrokers at Brisbane Powerhouse and EPICs Sam, stand in front of a stage at Brisbane Powerhouse

Job seeker success stories

“I can’t think of working anywhere I would enjoy as much as here,” – Alex.

Monday, 26 March 2018
Alex came to us as a shy, withdrawn young man with no idea what he wanted to do in life. Fast forward a year and...
Dan standing in the Carlton Football Club merchandise store, holding a football

Job seeker success stories

“I’ve grown in my confidence with my work and moved into my own place.” – Dan

Monday, 26 March 2018
Dan’s dreams have come true with employment at Carlton Football Club. A passionate football fan, Dan enjoys his work in the merchandise store, where he...
Blake and his support worker Mark working in the nursery

Job seeker success stories

“Without EPIC I wouldn’t have this job, I’m really grateful for their assistance.” – Blake

Monday, 26 March 2018
Blake’s confidence and self-esteem have improved immeasurably since he connected with our team in Maryborough two years ago, as a school-based trainee. “When I first...
Tessa leans against a table in the cafe

Job seeker success stories

“There’s a bright future in hospitality for Tessa.”

Monday, 26 March 2018
Tessa is living proof that feeling like you’re part of a team boosts self-confidence and self-esteem. She is at the beginning of her career in...
Deb and Rachael from Just Cats Tasmania, hold kittens

Job seeker success stories

“We all have pasts and we all have a story, but it doesn’t have to define us.” – Deb

Monday, 26 March 2018
Deb is a remarkable person that has worked hard to change her life, making huge steps forward with her mental health and life choices. Employment...
Gavan throws clean clothes around while wearing his Orange Sky Laundy t-shirt

Job seeker success stories

“I was literally in the gutter, and Rhys sat in the gutter with me … and I told him my story.” – Gavan

Monday, 26 March 2018
Fourteen months ago, Gavan was living in his car in Albert Park, Melbourne, with no conversation except the daily 3 AM check-up by the local...
Jarrod and one of his co-works at Anytime Fitness

Job seeker success stories

“I love it at Anytime Fitness. I like to help people, and l like to make people feel welcome.” – Jarrod

Monday, 26 March 2018
Anyone that thinks Down Syndrome stands in the way of reaching your goals has obviously never met Jarrod. Jarrod’s passion for healthy living and fitness...
Katherine and Thomas at work with their co-workers

Job seeker success stories

“I wake up excited to come to work.” – Katherine

Monday, 26 March 2018
Katherine and Thomas may be new to the Launceston Kitchen Centre family, but already they are proving invaluable members of the team. “Having the guys...
Leon and his manager Ann stand in a garden

Job seeker success stories

“Working in this job is important to me and my culture.” – Leon

Monday, 26 March 2018
For Leon, employment at Dreamtime Culture Centre has filled his life with meaning and purpose. Leon has been part of the Dreamtime Cultural Centre family...
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