Sandra has worked with the same employer for 28 years until a health condition meant she needed to make a change.
She had worked as a Presser in a drycleaner, but she was no longer able to stand for long periods of time.
She shared with her Job Coach, Tahlia, that she was concerned about her ability to gain employment with all her previous experience being with the same employer.
Tahlia encouraged Sandra, reminding her of all the skills she had which employers valued like loyalty, and showing up for work every day.
In her previous role, she didn’t use much technology and struggled with digital literacy including sending emails.
Tahlia connected Sandra to a digital literacy course but before she could commence in the course, Tahlia spotted a vacancy online that would be the perfect fit for Sandra.
“I found a role which would use her already developed skills in the industry, and she would be able to do shifts that suited her medical condition,” said Tahlia.
“After some basic digital literacy training with me, she was able to apply for the role online.”
Tahlia encouraged Sandra to apply, then called the employer on her behalf, advocating for Sandra and sharing why she felt she was the right fit.
The role was a part time role within a drycleaner, meaning Sandra could use her current experience but be on her feet a lot less.
The employer agreed to give Sandra a trial shift, and she impressed so much she was offered employment.
Tahlia supported Sandra with a fuel voucher to get to and from work those first few weeks.
“A special thank you to Job Coach, Tahlia for helping me find work,” said Sandra.
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