“From where I was, to where I am now is leaps and bounds apart. I fell in a dark hole for a while there but I’m feeling a lot more confident and happier within myself now.”
Bernard (58) moved to Wollongong when he lost his role after the company he was working for collapsed. He found himself homeless and in a cycle that was difficult to break.
He was finding the process of actively seeking employment disheartening and depressing. He believed his age and situation were his biggest barriers to employment. However, through it all he never lost his positive outlook that eventually things would pick up.
Bernard’s Job Coach, Jaime, identified an opportunity for him to participate in a new program ‘jobs atWork’ aimed at supporting clients during the transition to Workforce Australia.
Here Bernard met another of the atWork Australia team members, Employer Engagement Coordinator, Sandra.
Sandra knew of a factory role she thought would be suitable for Bernard and within two days he was connected with his new employer and a full-time role as a factory hand.
atWork Australia supported Bernard with his White Card and the appropriate personal protective equipment he would need for his new role.
“The experience with atWork Australia has been very positive and welcoming from the get-go. They are very proactive with calls for referrals and suitable vacancies,” said Bernard.
Bernard was surprised but proud of himself when he was offered the role.
Bernard’s Job Coach, Jaime says he has a contagious positive energy each time he attends the office.
“The pathway to achieve this goal with Bernard has been incredibly rewarding. He is a great example of why perseverance is key,” said Jaime.
Every year, atWork Australia helps thousands of clients like Jaime 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.
