When 26-year-old Workforce Australia client, Jake first started working with the atWork Australia team in Salisbury, South Australia, he was living with depression. He had low motivation to find work and had been out of work for the past four years.
Jake chose to connect with atWork Australia as it was close to his home, and he didn’t have a driver’s licence.
He was pleasantly surprised by the choice, and the support he received from the local team.
His Job Coach Anjana listened to Jake and understood his needs. She connected him to our internal Wellness services so he could access additional free support for his mental health.
While Jake was getting support with his health, they instead worked on some of Jake’s other life goals including obtaining his drivers licence.
Anjana organised for Jake to have driving lessons and covered the cost of those lessons.
As Jake was enjoying his driving lessons, Anjana suggested he obtain his forklift ticket. The atWork Australia team supported him and paid for him to enrol in a course.
Jake started to progress well in his driving lessons, and now motivated to purchase his own car, he started to apply for work.
Anjana was by Jake’s side as he called an employer to build his confidence in speaking to potential employers and promoting himself.
The team purchased some new clothes for Jake so he could look and feel his best for interviews.
Confident, motivated and in good health, with Anjana by his side, Jake soon landed a role in sales.
“Jake was so proud of himself, he couldn’t contain his happiness,” said Anjana.
“He said he can now see himself being promoted, buying a car, and maybe even one day a house.”
“Thanks, Anjana, for all your help getting me a job. I am excited to be able to buy a car soon,” said Jake.
Every year, atWork Australia help thousands of clients like Jake expand their skills and qualifications to help them gain the right job with the right employer. Call us today on 1300 080 856 or enquire online to find out how we can help you meet your career goals.