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CONFERENCE FOR EFs & SOs

On the 7 & 8th of August the Local Jobs Central West team attended the EF and SO Conference hosted by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. It was an excellent chance to connect with fellow professionals in the field and exchange valuable insights. Key highlights included: The Secretary’s welcome and address, a celebration of Local Jobs key elements and recent successes and unpacking findings of recent consultations on place-based service design.

On 18 June the Local Jobs Central West team attended a workshop in Sydney hosted by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations with other Employment Facilitators and Support Officers. The day allowed us to share ideas and collaborate on how to better support our Jobs and Skills Taskforces.

CORRECTIVE SERVICES PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

A collaborative effort with Corrective Services, Sureway Skills Training, and NSW State Training Services as we work on a pre-employment program for individuals within corrective services. Led by Anthony Dawson, our Local Jobs facilitator, this initiative aims to provide essential skill development opportunities for those mandated to undertake community service.

With the support of the Deputy Commissioner, we're in the process of finalising program details and awaiting approval for funding. Stay tuned for updates as we progress towards our anticipated launch in October.

WORKSHOP FOR EFs & SOs

2024 ESSENTIALS DAY IN CONDOBOLIN

Essentials Day kicked off in Condobolin on Friday 31 May. Bringing together vital support services including job search, career development, housing, financial assistance, and legal support to help address vocational and non-vocational issues across the Workforce Australia caseload and Condobolin Community. While the weather may have kept some attendees away, it didn't deter the enthusiasm of our organisations who showcased their offerings with passion and energy. Let's keep the momentum going rain or shine!

We aim to launch a pre-employment apprenticeship program for young Indigenous individuals in hospitality, collaborating with the National Indigenous Culinary Institute and TAFE. Though paused due to funding challenges, we're actively seeking support for Indigenous youth in the hospitality industry and will pursue this in the new financial year as funding opportunities are identified.

NATIONAL INDIGENOUS CULINARY INSITUTE

ONE TRAINING SKILLS FOR LIFE PROGRAM

We're currently running a pre-employment program delivered by One Training and supported by the Penrith Panthers to provide First Nation communities with essential skills for employment. To celebrate the launch of the program we recently held a Corroboree, showcasing First Nations culture and marking the beginning of the Program.

Starting in Bathurst, NSW, this May, it offers tailored skills training for success in local manufacturing, with insights from Panther’s athletes.