When Liam was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome 15 years ago, his parents were told that he would never be able to hold down a job and that he would be dependent on them for the rest of his life. Liam and his family chose not to listen to that advice. According to Liam’s father, Brian, … Read more about Liam proves that Asperger’s syndrome is no barrier to employment
Long term support key for employee of the month Clinton
Long-term Target employee Clinton’s enthusiasm and dedication has hit the mark, taking out the first ever employee of the month award for his Burnie store recently. Clinton has been employed by Target for almost ten years and has been supported by EPIC Assist (EPIC) throughout his employment … Read more about Long term support key for employee of the month Clinton
Graduation the start of career dreams for EPIC job seekers
They may have only just graduated, but it’s clear that this is just the beginning for four EPIC Assist (EPIC) job seekers who are on their way to realising their career dreams. Graduates Renee, Jason, Portia, and Russel recently completed 8 weeks of training and work experience at the Queensland … Read more about Graduation the start of career dreams for EPIC job seekers
EPIC Assist serving up more than jobs in Bundaberg
24 job seekers connected with the EPIC Bundaberg team have been served up more than jobs this June, taking part in a Jamie’s Ministry of Food program to learn practical cooking skills. Over five-weeks, participants learn how to whip up affordable and healthy meals that can be made on the fly. For … Read more about EPIC Assist serving up more than jobs in Bundaberg
Isabella breaks down perceived barriers of blindness
Isabella was submitting hundreds of job applications and getting nowhere before she made the decision to connect with EPIC. As a blind woman with a guide dog, Isabella believes she often represents ‘the great unknown’ to employers. “There is definitely a stigma around hiring people with … Read more about Isabella breaks down perceived barriers of blindness
How meaningful employment has changed Alex’s life
Alex’s journey to meaningful employment has been tougher than most. He spent many years fighting an uphill battle plagued with misdeeds by previous workplaces, and shocking workplace bullying. “In the past, I experienced workplace bullying that went so far that I ended up having a regression. I … Read more about How meaningful employment has changed Alex’s life
“My noise-cancelling headphones have been transformational”
We were thrilled to recently receive an update from one of our former job seekers, Peter. EPIC helped Peter secure a great job in the IT department at the Australian Taxation Office, which you can read about here. Peter is on the autism spectrum, and his success at work is due in part to the … Read more about “My noise-cancelling headphones have been transformational”
“Being on the autism spectrum has affected my whole life in a variety of ways.” – Steph
Our job seeker Steph has been working with EPIC Assist for almost a year. It's not been all smooth sailing, but Steph has come a long way and is feeling more positive about her future. Steph was involved in our annual art exhibition, A World of Difference, last year. She sold her artwork entitled A … Read more about “Being on the autism spectrum has affected my whole life in a variety of ways.” – Steph