Every day at EPIC we support incredible job seekers who are working hard to make their dreams a reality. We met Lincoln in July 2017, when he required assistance commencing the Skills for Education and Employment program through TAFE. We helped Lincoln start the program, and in the meantime … Read more about “I love earning money… I even bought my mum a necklace and shouted her out to lunch.” – Lincoln
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“Having this job is important as it’s building my self-esteem, and I now have my own money.” – Alyssa
Alyssa has found a great career start amidst fishy friends, having just commenced at Barefoot Fish in Loganholme’s Hyperdome Shopping Centre. Barefoot Fish is Australia’s only fish spa, where customers put their feet in tanks of water and small fish nibble away dry and dead skin. Our Business … Read more about “Having this job is important as it’s building my self-esteem, and I now have my own money.” – Alyssa
“I feel over the moon to be working again.” – Geoffrey
Life rarely follows the path we think it will, and when things go off course, being surrounded by the right people can make all the difference. EPIC’s Launceston team recently celebrated a great win when our job seeker Geoffrey landed a great job at gas products supplier Supagas. Geoffrey’s new … Read more about “I feel over the moon to be working again.” – Geoffrey
“I am really happy to be starting my first ever job with such a lovely group of people.” – Sonya
Employment for people with Down syndrome is an important step towards independence. And like all students just out of high school, Sonya was excited to start her first job and begin her journey into early adulthood. Sonya has begun part-time work in administration at the Department of Natural … Read more about “I am really happy to be starting my first ever job with such a lovely group of people.” – Sonya
“I look forward to learning new skills and meeting new people.” – Jennea
For many people with disability, part-time work is an opportunity to get their foot in the door and learn valuable skills to take into future employment. People with disability deserve the same opportunities as everyone by being exposed to all kinds of life experiences through … Read more about “I look forward to learning new skills and meeting new people.” – Jennea
Michelle’s journey of a thousand steps
9 years ago, Michelle Owens' life was turned upside down when she sustained an acquired brain injury from a car accident. Previously, Michelle worked as a GP in the Logan area. Following the accident, Michelle had to re-learn how to walk, speak, swallow and recognise her children. Despite having … Read more about Michelle’s journey of a thousand steps
“Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA
Specialised Emergency Vehicles Australia (SEVA) has been working with EPIC for almost two years, and have welcomed 4 valuable team members during that time. Engineering Manager Steve Harper says the business has benefited greatly through connecting with EPIC and Incentive Employment. “Tracey came … Read more about “Hiring people with disability is a win-win whichever way we look at it.” – SEVA
“I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley
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 for Lesley, whose experience with us prompted her to pursue a career as a support worker. “I joined EPIC Maroochydore in 2015, and was assisted to find … Read more about “I am so much more confident in my work and personal life.” – Lesley