Disclosing your disability to an employer
Thursday, 10 November 2022
Every person looking to find and maintain employment has the choice to disclose their disability or not. There are several important factors that need to be considered when making this personal decision. To help guide you on this journey, EPIC Assist (EPIC) has compiled a list of some of the things you may need to…
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Resilience is an attitude
Tuesday, 4 October 2022
The past few years have tested the human spirit in more ways than one. From the global pandemic to widespread flooding, communities across Australia have…
How can volunteering lead to paid work?
Monday, 12 September 2022
There are several ways volunteering can progress your career. You can gain valuable skills, make industry connections, and impress employers. Volunteering can help forge your…
Tips to maintaining a healthy routine
Wednesday, 24 August 2022
Everyone has a routine. Maybe it is wake up, go to work, go home, and repeat. However, this kind of routine can quickly become unhealthy….
Tips and services for reducing stress at work
Thursday, 21 July 2022
Whether you are serving up a hot cup of coffee during rush hour or waiting to present your next big idea, the workplace can be…
EPIC tips for finding a job you love
Monday, 20 June 2022
Finding a job you enjoy is a lot like moving into your dream home or organising a wedding. It requires careful planning, a lot of…
Misconceptions about bipolar disorder
Wednesday, 16 March 2022
Complex mental health conditions, such as bipolar are incredibly misunderstood. Whether it is due to a general lack of understanding or believing in damaging stereotypes…
Mental illness is a chronic illness
Friday, 7 January 2022
Chronic illness is a very broad label that encompasses a range of long-term health conditions. The causes of chronic conditions are varied and complex. Unlike…
EPIC Mental Health consultants provide safe space to grow
Monday, 25 October 2021
Mental illness can affect anyone at any stage of their life. Mental health conditions are the leading cause of disability in Australia, with one in…
Tune in to Mental Health this October
Friday, 1 October 2021
Tuning in to the world around us, as well as ourselves, provides a sense of clarity that is often lost in our busy lives. Practising…
Different ways to say R U OK?
Wednesday, 1 September 2021
Genuine conversations with our friends, family and colleagues are a vital step in combatting suicide and mental health issues. R U OK? Day is an…
Art provides cultural connection and outlet for mental health
Thursday, 24 June 2021
Fourteen years ago, an Indigenous Elder threw EPIC Assist (EPIC) participant Lisa a rock and told her to start painting to help her work through…
Ready for a career change in 2023? Here’s where to start
Monday, 4 January 2021
As we say goodbye to one year and hello to the next, it’s time once again to consider whether a career change might be the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
How to keep it professional during video conferencing
Monday, 13 April 2020
For those who are lucky enough to be able to still have employment and work from home, video conferencing has become a huge part of…
Looking after your mental health during the COVID-19 crisis (Infographic)
Monday, 30 March 2020
During these trying times, social distancing and staying at home are incredibly important. It can be hard to stay positive though when isolation can have…
How to effectively work from home (Infographic)
Monday, 30 March 2020
More and more Australians are transitioning to working from home due to COVID-19. For some people, working from home can be distracting and many find…
New year resolutions, goals, tips…
Tuesday, 24 December 2019
The new year is always a great time to reflect on the year ahead. We asked EPIC staff what their resolutions, goals or tips were…
Mental health at Christmas time
Tuesday, 26 November 2019
For many, Christmas is a jovial time to celebrate with friends and family. However packed calendars, financial stress and the family issues that roll in…
Gardening more than just a job for Adam
Tuesday, 5 November 2019
We were thrilled to recently receive an update from one of our former job seekers, Adam Lopez. EPIC helped Adam secure work as a gardener…
Get creative to improve your mental health
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
In our busy and stressful lives, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves to be creative. Creative activity isn’t just a “fun thing…
10 resolutions to make this Mental Health Week
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
No one is happy 100 percent of the time. Life has a sneaky way of sometimes getting in the way of our best intentions to…
What you need to organise before your first day of work
Tuesday, 17 September 2019
Getting your first job can be an exciting time. When applying for jobs it is important to ensure you have applied for the right documentation…
How to start the conversation this R U OK? Day
Tuesday, 10 September 2019
Suicide is a major public health issue that kills more than 3,000 Australians a year. Suicide remains so significant, that young Australians are now more…
Prioritise yourself this Women’s Health Week
Tuesday, 27 August 2019
It’s Women’s Health Week – a time for the women of Australia to look at themselves in the mirror, tell themselves that they’re worth it…
Job search tips for high school students
Wednesday, 21 August 2019
Finding a part-time job while you are a high school student can be both exciting and scary. Knowing where to start can be difficult. While…
Maintaining your mental health as a new dad
Wednesday, 5 June 2019
Becoming a new dad can be scary, exciting, extremely challenging, and rewarding. With the transition to fatherhood comes a change in the dynamics in how…
How to manage stress and anxiety when studying
Monday, 20 May 2019
Everyone goes through stressful or anxious periods in their life. These are often in response to particularly demanding or worrying situations and usually pass when…
Jono shares his experience managing his money
Wednesday, 20 March 2019
We recently spoke with Jono, one of our former job seekers, who shared his experience managing his money. As Jono has found out, life is…
How to answer the “what is your greatest weakness?” interview question
Monday, 18 March 2019
“What is your greatest weakness?” It’s a question that can leave even the strongest interviewers flustered. While not always asked in these exact words, you…
Food and mood – how our diet can affect mental wellbeing
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
When we’re feeling low or stressed, we may find ourselves reaching for convenience foods that can give us an immediate pick-me-up. A chocolate bar for…
The 10 soft skills employers value the most
Monday, 11 March 2019
Every occupation requires a set of technical skills to do the job well. Car mechanics need to know how to repair and maintain engines. Administration…
Eat healthy on a budget
Friday, 22 February 2019
It can be tricky to know how to make healthy food choices while sticking to a budget. Convenience foods like frozen pastries and pies, chips, biscuits,…
How to succeed at online study
Tuesday, 5 February 2019
Online study is an amazing way to upskill and get a new qualification without upending your entire lifestyle. But it can also be a tough…
Fuelling work and study with healthy eating
Monday, 4 February 2019
Food gives us the building blocks of life. Eating healthy keeps our bodies strong, our minds sharp, and can boost our mood. Whether at work…
How to study smarter
Wednesday, 30 January 2019
Finding the most effective way to study is a lifelong commitment that requires time and patience. Everyone has different learning styles and abilities, so it…
Budgeting basics
Friday, 25 January 2019
Creating a basic budget can help you spend your money more wisely and maximise your savings. Create a basic budget A budget is a record…
What’s your learning style?
Friday, 25 January 2019
Everyone does things differently, and this is especially true for learning styles. When approaching study, some people may create flashcards and quiz their friends. Others…
Five interview skills to help you get hired
Wednesday, 23 January 2019
Interviews aren’t easy; they can be one of the most unnerving, challenging, and awkward environments you will ever find yourself in. But they’re not impossible…
What employers want in a cover letter
Tuesday, 22 January 2019
How important is a cover letter to employers? First impressions are essential when applying for a new job, and a cover letter is where employers…
10 random acts of kindness for Feel Good February
Wednesday, 16 January 2019
There’s a buzz that comes from doing something nice for another person simply to brighten their day. Random acts of kindness are not only beneficial…
Prioritising self-care
Friday, 12 October 2018
There are multiple challenges in life that can exacerbate stress, create disillusionment, and contribute to burnout. It is important that these challenges are managed in…
Giving boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 12 October 2018
Giving is good for you There is a growing body of scientific evidence promoting the health benefits of helping others. Giving has been identified as…
The benefits of exercise on mental health
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
How important is exercise? Paired with good nutrition, we know physical activity is a key factor in maintaining mental wellbeing. But what is it about…
10 tips for developing resilience
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
We often hear people talking about the importance of resilience when responding to the problems that life sometimes throws at us. But what is resilience…
Feeling connected improves mental wellbeing
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
Why connect? Connecting is effective in contributing to overall mental wellness, while also helping keep mental health conditions like depression and anxiety in check. As…
Lifelong learning is important for mental wellbeing
Tuesday, 9 October 2018
Why should we value learning? Lifelong learning is an important component of good mental health, but it often gets swept aside by tasks deemed more…
Mindfulness boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 5 October 2018
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is one of those buzz words that we hear a lot these days. But what does it actually mean? Essentially it’s…
Developing a personal action plan
Tuesday, 5 June 2018
What do you want from life? What do you want to achieve? Goal setting helps us to become more aware and purposeful in making the…
Sleep your way to better mental health
Monday, 26 March 2018
Everyone knows that sleep is important. But what happens to our mental health without it? Sleep and mental health Sleep plays a large role in…
Lifestyle factors to improve mental health
Friday, 23 March 2018
You can become your own mental health supporter by taking steps towards a healthy lifestyle. In conjunction with your treatment options, incorporating healthy lifestyle changes…
Understanding bipolar disorder
Friday, 23 March 2018
It’s natural to experience mood changes throughout life, depending on what’s happening in your day and in your life. Highs and lows are to be…
The importance of brave conversations
Friday, 23 March 2018
Any day is a good day to check in with family, friends or co-workers that may be experiencing mental health issues in silence. People who…
Gratitude for mental wellbeing
Friday, 23 March 2018
Positive psychology, a branch of psychology focusing on promoting wellbeing, has identified various simple and effective behaviours which can provide a range of benefits including…
Adjusting to parenthood
Friday, 23 March 2018
Up to 80 percent of women experience the ‘baby blues’ in the early days after giving birth. A new mum experiencing the baby blues often…
How to start a conversation this R U OK? Day
Friday, 23 March 2018
R U OK? Day is a great opportunity to check in with family, friends or co-workers that may be suffering mental health issues in silence….
Being social is crucial to good health
Friday, 23 March 2018
By Peter Davis, Pharmacist and facilitator of the Caloundra Bi-polar support group Having a strong support network is a positive step toward achieving positive mental…
Mental Health of Australian Men
Friday, 23 March 2018
Each year approximately 1 in 5 Australians experience mental illness. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (2007), the most common forms of mental illness…
Mental Health: Myth vs. Fact
Friday, 23 March 2018
Education and understanding are vital to helping empower people with mental illness. We’re dispelling some of the common myths about mental health. MYTH: Mental illness…
Improving employment opportunities for young people with mental illness
Friday, 23 March 2018
Young Australians with mental health concerns are more likely to be unemployed or not studying than their peers. Orygen, the National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental…
Career mentors steer you to your goals
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Mentors play an important role in the development of skills, experience and networks. A mentor may help us navigate uncharted territory in our jobs, provide…
How to reduce workplace stress
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Work stress can stem from many causes: long hours, heavy workload, job insecurity and conflict with colleagues. Not only does this have detrimental effects on…
Supporting colleagues with mental illness
Thursday, 22 March 2018
1 in 5 employees is likely to be experiencing a mental health condition at any given time. We spend many hours every week alongside our…
How to choose your employment goals
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Deciding on your career goals can seem like a daunting task. Like many things, it becomes easier if you break it down into manageable, and…
7 tips to writing a great résumé
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Employers may spend very little time reading résumés, especially if they have hundreds of applicants for one position. This means that those who are shortlisted…
Improving productivity at work and at home
Thursday, 22 March 2018
Procrastination is so much easier than getting the job done. Everybody does it. Even the most organised people can sometimes find that the weight of…