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Find it hard to start exercising or to keep it up? Maybe you want to make more social connections with other like minded young people? Perhaps you want more fitness and strength to enjoy life and to feel more confident. Maybe you have realised to get and keep that physically active job you want, it is time to work on your strength and fitness.

Our individualised and integrated exercise and resilience program will empower you to succeed where many others fail. By unlocking the secrets of self-motivation and more, you’ll learn how to not just start exercising but to keep exercising, and to enjoy it.

About the Program

Through our twice weekly individualised small group exercise and resilience program, you’ll experience:

• An individualised strength and conditioning exercise program from a qualified personal trainer;
• Exclusive use of a commercial gym to train in as a team without the general public;
• Support from a qualified personal trainer to train in a friendly small group environment;
• Individualised behavioural coaching to understand how evidence-based resilience concepts of self-motivation, confidence, growth mindset, positive psychology, adaptability and more can make it easier to enjoy the training sessions and to keep exercising;
• Individualised resilience coaching to set your own safe exercise challenges outside of the program.

For more information about our resilience program please see here:

Funded By:

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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Smiler then began volunteering with the National Railway Museum at Port Adelaide as a Carpenter. Whilst there, he heard about the Youth Space service at Port Adelaide and answered an add for an LLN Teacher (Language, Literacy & Numeracy). He then began his mentoring skills for Youth Space’s F.L.O. program gig. Smiler has been with Youth Options ever since.

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Our individualised capacity building travel training program is designed to empower NDIS participants to be more independent, confident, and safe when traveling on their own. By building their skills to use public transport, they can save their NDIS funding for other capacity-building services to further enhance their independence.

About the Program

Twice a week, participants are empowered to building their skills and confidence. They will receive individualised support to travel as a team from the city of Adelaide to destination hubs in the north, south, east, and west of metropolitan Adelaide. Over 13 weeks, group members are supported to build their skills to work together to plan fun and interesting locations across Adelaide to visit to build their travel training skills. During each session the group reflects on their learning in a cafe setting, the cost of which is covered by the program. In a supportive and social small-group environment, participants will:

• Plan Trips Independently: Learn how to organise a trip to any part of metropolitan Adelaide using buses, trains, and trams;
• Prepare for Travel: Understand when to pack which essential items for different weather conditions and travel lengths such as food, drinks, clothing, house keys, chargers, etc;
• Ensure Safety: Develop strategies to stay safe, including what to do in emergencies;
• Manage Metro Cards: Learn to purchase, use, and recharge Adelaide Metro cards;
• Navigate Destinations: Gain skills and confidence to walk around unfamiliar places without getting lost;
• Create Personal Maps: Build a personalised map of locations they have visited for future reference.

NDIS Plan Savings

Our program empowers participants to not only travel independently but can also achieve significant savings to NDIS plans. By reducing the need for paid transport services, participants can redirect their NDIS funds towards other capacity-building supports to achieve further independence.

Collectively, our 8 graduates to date have currently saved more than $120,000 a year.*

This is equivalent to 1750 hours of extra capacity building services per year.**

*Approximately based on individualised allocated NDIS funding. **Based on current 1:1 capacity building NDIS rates.

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Build your technical welding skills in metal preparation; measurement, tack, fillet, and butt joins; cutting and grinding, and work health and safety. Once your skills are at a minimum level develop an individual small project to demonstrate your capability. Develop your confidence and employability skills in a small group setting as a pathway to employment preparedness.

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We know that regular school might not have given them enough personal support. But since they have big dreams about getting and keeping jobs, they need to learn how to handle work on their own.

Our program helps them learn how to motivate themselves, feel more confident, and not get too scared when learning new things. This way, they can be ready for future jobs and feel more independent.

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The program has been running for two years and seen great numbers of engagement into the MakerSpace. The program will wrap up with an exhibition of created products. Participants also have the opportunity the make a % of items sold through the Youth Options store. The program also has the potential to assist those

participants wishing to enrol in VET programs along the lines of Construction pathways. Youth Options can use the program to complete a Folio for the application process.

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Designed to improve learner driver education, the My Ls course focuses on road rules, road safety, and driver attitudes and behaviours, giving new drivers the best possible start before they get behind the wheel. As part of Youth Options My Ls program we offer the Driver Safety Training. Once a participant has completed the DSS and 3 pre-learner sessions, they are able to have lessons with a qualified driving instructor and Driver Mentoring with a Youth Options driving mentor.

Since offering this program Youth Options has assisted over 40 participants to successfully gain their Learners Permit.

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Students learn to communicate with each other, teamwork and how to make and achieve fitness goals.

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• Basic Cooking Techniques
• Recipe Exploration
• Nutrition and Healthy Eating
• Food Safety and Sanitation
• Menu Planning and Creativity
• Budgeting

Participants will be introduced to the basic cooking techniques such as chopping, dicing, roasting, baking, and grilling.

Participants will learn how to use kitchen tools and equipment properly as well as safe knife skills. Participants will engage in hands-on cooking experiences where they follow recipes to create a variety of dishes, learn how to read and interpret recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and combine flavours. Due to Youth Options not having a large budget participants will also be required to make appropriate adjustments to fit within the budget.

Participants will be educated on the importance of nutrition and how it relates to overall health and well-being. They will investigate, meal planning, dietary considerations, and awareness of food allergies. Prior to any participant conducting cooking in the ACC a requirement will be for the Food Safety and Handling component to be completed and saved to DropBox. As food safety and handling is a crucial aspect of the cooking program. Participants in the cooking program will also be trained in maintaining a clean and organised kitchen workspace.

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Each task is as follows:

1. Reflection on Financial Transactions
2. Reflection on Stock Control
3. Customer Service Role Play
4. Safe Workplaces
5. Food Hygiene
6. Product Production
7. Work Experience
8. Milk in the Café

Program is delivered every Thursday from 1300 through 1500. The program is to give participants insight into Café life. From taking orders, financial transactions and making a variety of coffees. Direct SMS is set up at the beginning of the term and sent Wednesdays at 1650.

Participants are required to complete the Community Studies A – Student Contract. Once the contract is initially completed Learning lead will be required to submit to the participants school for approval to pursue the Community Studies SACE requirements. The exception being, Barista is a program that can be attended by students who have been identified as transitioning at the end of the term. This giving them some experience to pursue café work.

Participants will be required to have photography consent signed as the tasks listed below will require photographic/Video Recording evidence.

• Task 1 – Reflection on Financial Transactions,
• Task 3 – Customer Service Role Play,
• Task 7 – Work Experience

 

** Prior to task 7 being conducted Case Managers to ensure that PLP task 3 WorkPRO certificate completed **

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/barista-learning/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/automotive-program-yo-makerspace/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=automotive-program-yo-makerspace https://youthoptions.org.au/automotive-program-yo-makerspace/#respond Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:13:52 +0000 https://youthoptions.org.au/?p=4755 The automotive program will be a compulsory subject for participants wishing to complete My Ls, Driver Safety training and receive Driver Mentoring with Youth Options.

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The Automotive program consists of 8 sessions. These 8 sessions will be delivered over 8 consecutive weeks. The Auto program is a compulsory subject as the program has been developed to teach participants how to check the basics of automotive safety at home.

Sessions will consist of:

• Electrical Systems and Wipers
• Cooling System
• Safety Features
• Fuel Systems
• Tyres/Wheel balancing/Alignment
• Servicing, what can be done at home
• Road Worthy checks.

The program has been developed with our participants in mind. The program will use the Ford Focus in the YO Makerspace and other automotive parts, used to assist with the visual aspect of the program. The program wraps up with the final 2 sessions consisting of a tour of an automotive workshop, and then a recap of all session to finish the program.

Participants will then be eligible to complete driver mentoring on completion of the Driver Safety Seminar.

Participants may be eligible to drive prior to the completion of the Automotive program at the discretion of the Youth Space Manager. If this is a possibility, then the requirement of the case manager is to reinforce to the participant that the Auto program is still compulsory even though they have commenced driving.

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Participants will engage in hands-on activities in a small group setting, the program gives participants the opportunity to engage in a small group and learn new skills, including communication skills, following written and/or spoken instructions, and sharing of equipment and supplies.

Sessions comprise several different craft activities, with the expectation that each participant will try the activity before declaring it to be too hard. Also available during sessions are ‘how to draw’ books, and colouring supplies

• Friendship bracelets
• Chain Maille jewelry (takes multiple sessions)
• Diamond Dot coasters
• Painting and drawing
• Candle making

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mentees in gardening and cooking sessions, working in partnership with stakeholders like the City of Adelaide Horticulture to develop programs and ‘real world’ work experience, and delivering service to the community. He […]

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Glenn is the NDIS facilitator of the Garden Squad and Living Skills Kitchen for Adelaide Central. His role is a blend of working with
mentees in gardening and cooking sessions, working in partnership with stakeholders like the City of Adelaide Horticulture to develop programs and ‘real world’ work experience, and delivering service to the community. He has a passion for helping young people build the skills and resilience to achieve their goals.

Glenn comes to the role with over 30 years experience in the baking, hospitality and horticulture trades and holds a Certificate 4 in Youth Work. His motivation comes from a lifetime of working with young people coaching sports and facilitating youth group programs and energises his work with young people and colleagues.

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Luisa is a case manager at youth space flexible learning options (FLO) program at youth options. Luisa graduated University of South Australia with a bachelor or Social Science (Human Services) degree in 2023. Luisa has experience in supporting young people through NDIS providing assistance in woodwork and metal work workshop. Luisa has a passion in supporting young people achieve their goals and providing support in developing essential skills towards employment and, alternate pathways in education.





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Guy’s journey to Youth Work is marked by diverse experiences and a profound dedication to serving others. From his beginnings as a Musician in the Royal Australian Navy to his time spent honing his culinary skills as a qualified chef, Guy has always embraced new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

Guy’s early years in the Navy provided him with not only a deep appreciation for music but also invaluable lessons in discipline, teamwork, and leadership.

Transitioning from the military, Guy pursued his culinary aspirations, undertaking an adult apprenticeship in Cheffing. His time as a chef allowed him to express his creativity and develop a keen understanding of the importance of attention to detail, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to new environments.

Drawing upon his diverse background and life experiences, Guy is deeply committed to empowering and mentoring today’s youth, guiding them towards a path of self-discovery, personal growth, and academic achievement.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/guy-mcredmond/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/information-technology-skills/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=information-technology-skills https://youthoptions.org.au/information-technology-skills/#respond Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:12:11 +0000 https://youthoptions.org.au/?p=4661 CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS SERVICES ENQUIRY Explore your interest in information technology through an individualised learning program from your mentor. Design a program around your interests in the following: Learn how to design and make a project on our filament 3D printers including using design software, selecting suitable; filament types, and printer settings; Learn […]

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Explore your interest in information technology through an individualised learning program from your mentor.

Design a program around your interests in the following:

• Learn how to design and make a project on our filament 3D printers including using design software, selecting suitable;
• filament types, and printer settings;
• Learn how to use our design software and heat press to print your own t-shirt,
• How to code in python;
• Photo editing;
• How to build and maintain a computer as a possible retail employment pathway in information technology.

Build up your employability skills through working with others including project management through fun and interesting individual and group based projects.

Funded by

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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Explore you interest in MIG welding, (with exposure to TIG, ARC) from through an individualised capacity building program.

Build your technical welding skills in metal preparation; measurement, tack, fillet, and butt joins; cutting and grinding, and work health and safety. Once your skills are at a minimum level develop a individual small project to demonstrate your capability. Develop your confidence and employability skills in a small group setting as a pathway to employment preparedness.

Funded by

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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The barista program offers mentee’s a hands-on experience of working on commercial coffee machines from a professional barista. Each mentee receives individualised support to learn the following within a support very small social group environment.

Mentees will be empowered to build their technical skills and employability skills in:

• Food health and safety specific to barista work;
• Espresso theory;
• Milk texturing and pouring;
• Making coffees including building speed and accuracy;
• Coffee machine maintenance;
• Team work and customer service within a simulated work environment.

After learning the essential skills for coffee making, mentee’s will be empowered to develop their employability skills as a pathway to employment within a simulated work environment that represents barista industry expectations.

Funded by:

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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Explore your interest in cooking and eating great tasting food through our individualised cooking skills program. If you are wanting to learn how to cook better for you and your family at home, or interested to explore an employment pathway into hospitality in a simulated work setting, then this program is for you.

Learn from a cooking mentor experienced in hospitality who will create an individualised and fun cooking program with you based on the foods you like to eat and to explore new recipes and ingredients.

You’ll learn in a fun and small social group learning environment, how to:

• Plan a weekly food menu;
• Budget;
• Set up a food storage system;
• Be safe when cooking and storing food;
• Bake, grill, fry, steam, and blanche foods and many more cooking techniques;
• Read a nutrition information panel;
• Use the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating;
• Access emergency food relief if needed.

If you are interested in exploring your interest in food as a possible pathway into employment in hospitality, you’ll also learn about cooking workplace workflows, employer expectations and more.

Funded by:

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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Join your team of high school age young people and receive individualised support to build your skills and experience in social communication in a fun small social group. Grow your confidence and skills through group based activities in an indoor and outdoor no technology environment. Be empowered by a skilled, experienced, and university qualified mentor who will enable you to plan and play a variety of group based games of different difficulty levels designed to get you moving and thinking, whatever your ability.

Through the A-Team, you’ll be empowered to build your skills and experience in:

• Communication within agreed group norms;
• Active listening and sustained attention;
• Following instructions and game rules with people who are similar and also different;
• Playing non screen based games to broaden your experiences and relate to a wider range of people;
• Supporting your team mates to experience a positive team culture.

Funded by:

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/a-team/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/resilience-north/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=resilience-north https://youthoptions.org.au/resilience-north/#respond Sun, 07 Jan 2024 03:50:08 +0000 https://youthoptions.org.au/?p=4640 CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS NORTH SERVICES ENQUIRY The resilience program aims to build the capacity of mentees to make more productive decisions, more frequently, that empower them to progress more consistently and quickly on their pathway towards achieving their NDIS goals. This is within the context that fundamentally, stretch goals are generally not achieved […]

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The resilience program aims to build the capacity of mentees to make more productive decisions, more frequently, that empower them to progress more consistently and quickly on their pathway towards achieving their NDIS goals.

This is within the context that fundamentally, stretch goals are generally not achieved because not enough time is spent consistently working towards them. This is typically because of reactions to external situations in terms of thoughts and feelings that result in a decision to cease working towards them. While these thoughts and feelings are valid and are understandable, this can result in achievable goals not being reached.

Resilience in this context, involves their empowerment to build their skills to more consistently stay on the pathway to their goals. This includes reflecting on events that have deflected them from their pathway and anticipating possible future events that may distract them from their pathway and the capacity to make difference choices to continue on their pathway despite these. Participants learn and apply the resilience concepts through an individualised and very small group setting in a dynamic and non-clinical setting that is directly relevant to building their capacity to achieve their NDIS goals as they relate to increased community and social participation and employment.

The concepts are underpinned by core concepts and evidence bases in: neurochemistry as it relates to neuroplasticity for learning and motivation, positive psychology, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, and behavioural change, within a framework of reward based learning.

The resilience program empowers participants to become more:

• Aware of what choices are within their influence that will enable them to progress towards their goals;
• Aware of daily habits that are helping and those that are making it harder for them to achieve their goals;
• Accepting of the behavioural change process to actively what they have learnt to progress on their pathway to achieve their goals;
• Self-motivated;
• Positive in their outlook of their goals and the pathway to achieve them;
• Able to manage the fear response in the context of triggers and setting events;
• Able to set relevant and tangible goals including reflecting on outcomes of their choices to work towards them;
• Confident to use supports and networks in their home, community, and future work environments to help them achieve their goals.

Funded by

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

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Nathan is a Youth Options NDIS Mentor. He provides a multitude of services across various programs offered here at Youth Options Inc. These include providing case management, career development support, learning programs, life skills programs, and job search assistance to disengaged and at-risk youth living with a disability.
Programs that Nathan facilitates among others include Drive Me, which supports clients get their driving hours and skills up. Career building utilising Information Technology, ranging from basic computation skills to working with 3D rendering, texturing, 3D printing.

Nathan previously owned a business in Support Work upon graduating from UniSA with a Bachelors of Psychological Science and a Masters in Social Work. This has assisted him in providing a high quality individualised service for each client.

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David is one of the NDIS mentors within our NDIS team and has worked to support clients in improving their independent living skills, employment skills, community engagement and moving towards independent living. With a double degree in Psychology and Social Science, and over 10 years of working experience in homelessness, Alcohol and other drugs, mental health and disability, David has a wide variety of training and personal experience to support clients in a variety of situations.
While working at Youth Options, David has helped design and run the Dungeon and Dragon program with clients, which has shown significant benefit in providing the participants with peer and group communication skills, mathematics, problem solving, conflict resolution and community engagement. As well as a resilience program that supports clients to identify barriers to their success, and provide the skills and knowledge to support themselves, independently, to overcome these barriers.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/david-evans/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/nick-webb-myers-makerspace-facilitator/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nick-webb-myers-makerspace-facilitator https://youthoptions.org.au/nick-webb-myers-makerspace-facilitator/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:06:42 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3838 Nick is our YO Makerspace Facilitator, he has a CERT IV in Youth Work and a CERT III in Community Services. After spending a couple of years as a Disability support Worker, Nick returned to study, at TAFESA, to improve his knowledge and hone his skills. Nick’s real life, lived experiences place him in a […]

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Nick is our YO Makerspace Facilitator, he has a CERT IV in Youth Work and a CERT III in Community Services.

After spending a couple of years as a Disability support Worker, Nick returned to study, at TAFESA, to improve his knowledge and hone his skills. Nick’s real life, lived experiences place him in a common ground position, for building rapport with at risk young people. This combined with a passion for seeing young people succeed , make him a fantastic mentor in our YO Makerspace.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/nick-webb-myers-makerspace-facilitator/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/anna-bou-admin-assistant/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=anna-bou-admin-assistant https://youthoptions.org.au/anna-bou-admin-assistant/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:04:50 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3836 Anna is an Admin Assistant at Youth Options. She is also doing a Cert 4 in Business Admin. As and Admin Assistant her role is to give administrative support to management, employees and clients. Anna graduated with a Bachelor of Communication Design in 2022. Once she graduated, she began at Youth Options on a traineeship […]

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Anna is an Admin Assistant at Youth Options. She is also doing a Cert 4 in Business Admin. As and Admin Assistant her role is to give administrative support to management, employees and clients.
Anna graduated with a Bachelor of Communication Design in 2022. Once she graduated, she began at Youth Options on a traineeship a few months later.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/anna-bou-admin-assistant/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-van-heerden-driving-mentor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chad-van-heerden-driving-mentor https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-van-heerden-driving-mentor/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:03:10 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3834 Chad is a Driving mentor part of our Drive me program at Youth Options. As a mentor, his main role is to provide support and encouragement for young people completing their learner hours. Helping young people to achieve their goal of getting their license, assisting them to overcome any barriers leading up to gaining their […]

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Chad is a Driving mentor part of our Drive me program at Youth Options. As a mentor, his main role is to provide support and encouragement for young people completing their learner hours. Helping young people to achieve their goal of getting their license, assisting them to overcome any barriers leading up to gaining their driving independence.
Chad is currently completing his Diploma of Social Science and has completed his qualification in Child, Youth and Family intervention. While studying Chad works as a youth programs coordinator and a Therapeutic youth worker with young people that have experienced trauma and neglect. Chad has been a case manager working with young people transitioning to the workforce with barriers such as homelessness, incarceration and mental health issues.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-van-heerden-driving-mentor/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-staunton-barista-mentor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chad-staunton-barista-mentor https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-staunton-barista-mentor/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:01:39 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3832 Chad is Barista Mentor at the Youth Options site on Sturt street, Adelaide. As a Barista Mentor, his main role is to support participants in developing skills in all areas of cafe work and coffee knowledge. Chad has a number of years working with young people and enjoys combining his love of coffee and youth […]

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Chad is Barista Mentor at the Youth Options site on Sturt street, Adelaide. As a Barista Mentor, his main role is to support participants in developing skills in all areas of cafe work and coffee knowledge. Chad has a number of years working with young people and enjoys combining his love of coffee and youth work.
Chad graduated with a Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work) in 2011. Upon graduating, Chad spent many years working in cafes throughout the United Kingdom and Canada. He has has travelled extensively throughout Central and South America, visiting coffee farms, attending expos and national competitions. Upon returning home to Adelaide, Chad has been working part-time in cafe’s whilst completing his Bachelor of Psychological Studies in 2022.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/chad-staunton-barista-mentor/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/paula-clarke-driving-mentor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paula-clarke-driving-mentor https://youthoptions.org.au/paula-clarke-driving-mentor/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:57:19 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3828 Paula is a Driving Mentor at Youth Options and works in the Drive Me Program. As a qualified Motor Driving Instructor her main role is to support young people through their driving journey. This can be by providing initial lessons, manoeuvring practice or VORT preparation. Throughout their driving she assists them to overcome nerves and […]

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Paula is a Driving Mentor at Youth Options and works in the Drive Me Program. As a qualified Motor Driving Instructor her main role is to support young people through their driving journey. This can be by providing initial lessons, manoeuvring practice or VORT preparation. Throughout their driving she assists them to overcome nerves and become Safe competent drivers.
Paula has over 30 years of Driving Instructor experience including training in trucks, emergency vehicles and motorcycles. She is passionate about all thing’s road safety.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/paula-clarke-driving-mentor/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/jessica-joute-flo-case-manager/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jessica-joute-flo-case-manager https://youthoptions.org.au/jessica-joute-flo-case-manager/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:52:09 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3821 Jessica Joute is a FLO Case Manager at Youth Space. Jessica has completed a Master of Social Work and Master of International Community Development from University of South Australia and Victoria University. Jessica is very passionate about empowering others and providing support to those in need. Jessica uses her expertise in social work and community […]

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Jessica Joute is a FLO Case Manager at Youth Space. Jessica has completed a Master of Social Work and Master of International Community Development from University of South Australia and Victoria University. Jessica is very passionate about empowering others and providing support to those in need. Jessica uses her expertise in social work and community development to create customised plans for each individual based on their unique circumstances and needs. Prior to her work at Youth Space, Jessica worked as a technician at Apple where she gained valuable experience in customer service, communication and problem-solving. This has taught her how to effectively communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds which has proven invaluable in her work as a case manager.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/jessica-joute-flo-case-manager/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/upcycle-program-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=upcycle-program-story https://youthoptions.org.au/upcycle-program-story/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:16:58 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3793 The Upcycle program is a Local Jobs Program (LJP) initiative that has provided Jobseekers with the opportunity to develop employability skills and undertake training within the hospitality, retail and related industries that will help people to gain employment or move onto further study. Participants attained experience and skills by developing a Coffee shop / Micro […]

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]]> The Upcycle program is a Local Jobs Program (LJP) initiative that has provided Jobseekers with the opportunity to develop employability skills and undertake training within the hospitality, retail and related industries that will help people to gain employment or move onto further study.

Participants attained experience and skills by developing a Coffee shop / Micro Cafe at The Brinkley reuse Centre at Murray Bridge. They turned unwanted and recycled materials into usable and reused items, such as serving counters, walling materials and seating arrangements etc. The was turned into an amazing interactive space that can be used for a training and tranquil sitting place for customers, staff and trainees.

Outcomes included jobs, first aid cert, RSA, career development and getting their L’s.

Photos of the Graduation and the Cafe are available on Facebook.




Congratulations to ALL the Participants! A BIG thank you to our partners and supporters including Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment, Rural City of Murray Bridge and the Recycle centre crew.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/upcycle-program-story/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/hospo-case-study/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hospo-case-study https://youthoptions.org.au/hospo-case-study/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:16:42 +0000 http://3.106.164.189/?p=3737 Youth Options Hospo Prepped Program commenced in the first half of 2022 after the State Government of South Australia identified the Hospitality Industry had a desperate need for skilled workers, particularly after Covid had hit the industry hard over the previous 2 years. Youth Options, in partnership with Registered Training Organisation Adelaide Institute of Hospitality, […]

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]]> Youth Options Hospo Prepped Program commenced in the first half of 2022 after the State Government of South Australia identified the Hospitality Industry had a desperate need for skilled workers, particularly after Covid had hit the industry hard over the previous 2 years.

Youth Options, in partnership with Registered Training Organisation Adelaide Institute of Hospitality, have created a 4-week Hospitality Program designed to provided Young People aged between 18 and 25 with the necessary skills and knowledge to be ready to commence working in the Hospitality Industry upon completion.

Hospo Prepped consists of 9 accredited Cert II and Cert III level Hospitality units, delivered by the RTO, covering both Front of House and Back of House areas of the industry. These units include Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee, and Preparing Dishes Using Basic Methods of Cookery.



Youth Options also delivers our Pathfinder Career Development Program during Hospo Prepped, which gives Young People the tools they need to identify their own individual goals and career paths. Pathfinder also incorporates Industry Tours, where each cohort of Young People get to experience the day to day workings of various different Hospitality businesses around Adelaide.





Hospitality is an ideal industry for Young People to commence work in, be it part time whilst they work towards other goals or undertake further studies, or as a long-term career.





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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/hospo-case-study/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/rebranding/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rebranding https://youthoptions.org.au/rebranding/#respond Mon, 16 May 2022 23:03:53 +0000 https://employmentoptions.com.au/?p=3385 To better transform young lives, sometimes we need to transform ourselves. For more than 30 years, Employment Options has empowered marginalised young people in South Australia to transform their lives and lead a life of purpose. Our ability to belong and live with purpose is intrinsically linked to our capacity to learn, earn, and live. […]

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To better transform young lives, sometimes we need to transform ourselves.

For more than 30 years, Employment Options has empowered marginalised young people in South Australia to transform their lives and lead a life of purpose.

Our ability to belong and live with purpose is intrinsically linked to our capacity to learn, earn, and live.

Over the last few years, clients, stakeholders, partners, and community have consistently told us that our name ‘Employment Options’ does not convey the breadth of the services we provide and the outcomes and impacts we achieve for clients and community.

We consulted widely with both internal and external stakeholders to assist us in choosing a name that makes sense – Youth Options.

We have also chosen a tag line that reflects the impact we achieve – Young Lives Transformed.

You will still see our hashtags in social media: #EveryoneDeservesAWorkingFuture and #LearnEarnLive, including #ExpereintialLearning and #FlexibleLearningOptions.

Youth Options will continue to help young people aged 14 to 30 to build their capacity to set and achieve their goals for a thriving future. We do this by nurturing trusted partnerships to help each person:

• overcome their barriers
• realise their own potential
• safely shift self-limiting beliefs and behaviours, and
• access the tools and support they need to explore and shape the future they imagine.

We will continue to work with young people before they begin applying for jobs to engage them in their future.
Our Vision, Mission and Values remain unchanged, in fact we are even more resolute to support Young South Australians achieve:

• Satisfaction with life,
• Living Independently in a Connected World, and
• Benefit from Sustained Employment

Over the next couple of months, you will notice subtle changes in our branding, messaging and marketing as we update our website, social media and marketing collateral to our new name of Youth Options.
With YOUR support, we can continue to make sure every young person in South Australia has a real pathway to an inspired and purposeful life.

“Together, we help people grow, feel good about themselves and hopeful for the future.”
– Michelle Braham, CEO, Youth Options

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/rebranding/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/garden-squad/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=garden-squad https://youthoptions.org.au/garden-squad/#respond Wed, 02 Mar 2022 22:49:03 +0000 https://employmentoptions.com.au/?p=3312 CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS SERVICES ENQUIRY Explore your interest in gardening, garden design and landscaping through our industry-based garden squad. Through our partnership with the City of Adelaide Horticulture team, you will learn how to design, install and maintain garden verges across the Adelaide CBD. With our connections to local community gardens you’ll further […]

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Explore your interest in gardening, garden design and landscaping through our industry-based garden squad. Through our partnership with the City of Adelaide Horticulture team, you will learn how to design, install and maintain garden verges across the Adelaide CBD. With our connections to local community gardens you’ll further build your gardening skills and experience.

If you are want to explore your interest in gardening, build your practical skills towards a career in horticulture in a simulated work setting with authentic industry connections, or grow your confidence in a nurturing outdoor team environment, then this is program is for you!

In a small based learning environment, you’ll learn how to:

• WHS including safe operating procedures for gardening equipment;

• Plan and design a garden;

• Plant selection;

• Irrigation, soil preparation, and planting;

• Garden maintenance including pruning, weeding and spraying








Testimonial

We are excited to announce one of our Garden Squad graduates has commenced a traineeship with the City of Adelaide Horticulture team. Over the next 3 years they will complete a certificate III in horticulture and gain invaluable industry experience. We are proud of them and wish them the very best with their working future as are their family:

We are overjoyed with this wonderful outcome which you have been instrumental in making come to life and we are truly grateful.

Funded by

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Improved Daily Living 15_037_0117_1_3;
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

Youth Options Garden Squad Wins Local Australia Day Award

The Youth Options Garden Squad were officially recognised for their exemplary contribution, collaboration and impact on local green spaces and residents within the CBD. They achieved this through the completion of 33 projects over 18 months in partnership with the City of Adelaide horticulture team. For their dedication, the mentees won the City of Adelaide 2024 Australia Day Award in the active citizen category.




The Future of Garden Squad – We Are Growing A Social Enterprise

The social enterprise will provide a source of casual employment for mentees of the Garden Squad who are ready enough to transition to this next phase in their capacity building journey. The working environment will provide a supported transition into employment for 12 months to empower mentees upon graduation to transition into open employment.

We are looking to partner with businesses to collaboratively develop a purposeful business model to nurture the growth of the social enterprise. Please reach out to us if you’d like to be involved: hello@youthoptions.org.au





Download the ‘Garden Squad’ Flyer

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Using the popular Dungeons & Dragons (DnD) system, players will engage with other enthusiasts in a small group setting to build their resilience and their interpersonal, adaptability, problem solving and other employability skills in a uniquely fun and collaborative way. Set in a rich, interactive fantasy world, players will embark on epic quests where their choices and collaboration directly impact the outcome of the story. These campaigns or not traditional pre-made campaigns but are individually created and delivered with the aim of building up the specific skills of each player in the group, in preparation for the world of work.

Players will be empowered to develop the following skills:

• Active listening: attention to both NPC dialogues and the communication from fellow players is crucial to understanding other players or NPC’s in order to make informed decisions and positively building the group dynamic;
• Communication: through conversations with non-player characters and fellow players, group members will develop and practice clear expression of ideas, feelings, and needs;
• Conflict resolution: throughout the campaign, players will face challenges and disagreements that require collaborative problem-solving, negotiation, and emotional regulation;
• Teamwork: players must work together and combine their unique abilities and talents to overcome obstacles, complete missions, and defeat enemies;
• Adaptability to change: as campaigns, battles and negotiations progress, to succeed players will have opportunity to build their adaptability skills as new information, unexpected developments, and the occasional ambush and betrayal will require quick thinking and reaction skills;
• Acceptance: through the campaign, like in life, not everything will go according to plan, and when things don’t, this provides the players the opportunity to build their resilience and acceptance skills. Players will be empowered to learn how to not focus on the failure but instead what they can learn from it;
• Goal setting and planning: players will be encouraged to take a proactive and considered approach to the many obstacles and challenges that they encounter. Working together as a group to identify the different possible pathways to success, identifying and weighing up risks and reward and making use of previous experience to create their own unique and optimal plans to victory;
• Foundational Literacy and Numeracy: During the gameplay, players will be supported to build their basic literacy and numeracy skills as they roll and add up different dice, subtract damage, divide treasure, take notes, read through lore, tackle riddles and much more.

Funded by:

• CB Increased Social and Community Participation;
• CB Finding and Keeping A Job;
• School Leaver Employment Support (SLES);
• Core assistance with social, economic, and community participation.

Download the ‘Dungeons and Dragons’ Flyer

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Cultivate a Healthy Career and Life!

Seed2Plate is a program for NDIS participants to engage in the planting, growing, harvesting and cooking of various foods.

This program aims to teach participants a range of skills such as:

• Horticulture & Gardening Career Exploration
• Independent Living Skills
• Social Skills
• Healthy Cooking & Eating
• Workplace Communication & Teamwork
• Work Health and Safety

Work, have fun and learn in the great outdoors!

Mondays – 9am to 2pm – Career and Employment Focus

Thursdays – 9am to 2pm – Independent Living Skills Focus

Depending on your NDIS funding category the cost is approx. $325 per session (6 hours), per participant.

Ideal for participants with School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) funding.

Download the ‘Seed2Plate’ Flyer

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/seed2plate/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/my-construction-squad-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-construction-squad-story https://youthoptions.org.au/my-construction-squad-story/#respond Thu, 03 Jun 2021 05:27:55 +0000 https://employmentoptions.com.au/?p=2907 Construction Squad is a Regional Employment Trial (RET) that provided Jobseekers with the opportunity to develop employability skills and undertake training that will help them get employment. Participants attained experience and skills by developing The Sensory Garden at The Station Youth Centre at Murray Bridge. They turned the wasteland adjacent to The Station into a […]

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]]> Construction Squad is a Regional Employment Trial (RET) that provided Jobseekers with the opportunity to develop employability skills and undertake training that will help them get employment.

Participants attained experience and skills by developing The Sensory Garden at The Station Youth Centre at Murray Bridge. They turned the wasteland adjacent to The Station into a sensational interactive and beautiful garden for all to enjoy.

Outcomes included jobs, first aid cert, white card, career development and getting their L’s.

Photos of the Graduation and the Garden are available on Facebook.

Congratulations to ALL the Participants! A BIG thank you to our partners and supporters including Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment, Rural City of Murray Bridge, Regional Development Australia Murraylands and Riverland and Christine Willersdorf.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/my-construction-squad-story/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/privacy-policy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=privacy-policy https://youthoptions.org.au/privacy-policy/#respond Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:25:59 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2187 Protecting Your Privacy Youth Options Inc is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. This policy sets out the way we handle your personal information including the use and disclosure of your personal information, as well as your right to access your personal information. This policy only applies to our databases and files and […]

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]]> Protecting Your Privacy

Youth Options Inc is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. This policy sets out the way we handle your personal information including the use and disclosure of your personal information, as well as your right to access your personal information.

This policy only applies to our databases and files and does not cover any State, Territory or Commonwealth Government database or file. You are advised to contact the relevant government agency for a copy of their privacy policy.

Your Personal Information

In order to provide you youth, career development, training and related services, we may need to collect personal information such as name, address, date of birth, email address, telephone numbers, work history, education history, qualifications, employment status, career details or other information generally contained in a resume. Some programs also require criminal history checks.

Youth, career development, training and related services includes training and skills development programs, mentoring and individual support, career development activities such as career investigation and action planning, aptitude testing for some types of employment, referral to other support services, referral to education or training programs, and assistance to access education or employment.

Collection

Where practicable, Youth Options Inc will endeavour to collect personal information directly from you. We will need to collect personal information from you such as your name, your address, your date of birth, your qualifications, your skills, your previous employment history, your education details, and details of drivers’ and other licences you hold in order to provide you with employment and associated services.

As a contracted service provider to the Australian Government and SA State Government, we may also collect personal information about you from their departments and agencies.

To provide you with youth, career development, training and related services we may also collect personal information from other third parties such as any referees nominated by you, educational institutions, other service providers, and enforcement authorities.

At the time that, or as soon as practicable after, Youth Options Inc collects your personal information we will take reasonable steps to ensure that you are made aware of:

Youth Options Inc’s identity and how you can contact us;

• your rights with regard to accessing your personal information;
• the purpose for which your personal information was collected;
• to whom we usually disclose your personal information;
• any law that requires us to collect particular personal information; and
• the main consequences, if any, for you if you do not provide all or part of the information we require.

Youth Options Inc will only collect personal information by fair and lawful means and not in an unreasonably intrusive manner.

Use and Disclosure

We will use our best efforts to ensure that the information you provide to us remains private and is used only for the purposes you agree to.

Youth Options Inc will not reveal, disclose, sell, distribute, rent, license, share or pass your personal information on to a third party, other than those that we have an agreement with ensuring that the third party affords your personal information similar levels of protection as we do.

In order to provide you with youth, career development, training and related services, we may need to disclose your personal information to third parties such as potential employers, other service providers, and providers of work experience placements.

Further, we may use and disclose your personal information to provide you with youth, career development, training and related services specified to you at the point of collection or for another purpose if:

• you would reasonably expect us to disclose it for that purpose;
• that purpose is related to the purpose specified to you at the time of collection.
• Youth Options Inc reasonably believes that the use is necessary to lessen or prevent a serious and imminent threat to an individual’s life or health;
• Youth Options Inc has reason to suspect that unlawful activity has been, or is being engaged in, and uses the information as part of its investigation, or in reporting its concerns to the relevant authority;
• the use and disclosure is specifically authorised by law; or
• the use and disclosure is reasonably necessary for the enforcement of the criminal law, a law imposing a pecuniary penalty, or for the protection of the public revenue.

Youth Options Inc does not use or disclose your personal information for the purposes of direct marketing unrelated products or services.

Data Quality

Youth Options Inc will take reasonable steps to ensure that your personal information is accurate, complete and up-to-date. You are encouraged to help us keep your personal information accurate, complete and up-to-date by contacting your consultant or this organisation and informing us of any changes to your details. You can contact us on (08) 8388 6600 on any business day.

Data Security

At Youth Options Inc we are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. We ensure this by having such security measures as:

• Individual password access to systems and databases
• Secure file cabinets
• Building security systems

We will also take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify personal information if it is no longer required for any purpose.

The Internet and Your Privacy

Youth Options Inc uses the Internet in order to provide youth, career development, training and related services. The following statement outlines how in the context of our web site your information is protected and recorded. By using the site you consent to the uses and disclosures outlined previously in this privacy policy.

The Internet and Your Privacy

Youth Options Inc takes reasonable steps to protect your security when using our site but you should be aware that no transmission of information to and from a website is ever totally secure.

While we will strive to ensure the personal information transmitted to or from our website is secure and protected from unauthorised access, we cannot fully guarantee the security of your information. Transmission is at your own risk.

Youth Options Inc uses a range of security measures, including password access to some services available on the Youth Options Inc website.

Links to Other Sites

Our web site contains links to other sites, which are not subject to our privacy standards, policies and procedures. You will need to review those web sites directly to ascertain their privacy policies and practices.

Cookies

Youth Options Inc’s website uses cookies. Cookies are pieces of information that a website can transfer to an individual’s computer for record keeping. Cookies can make using our website easier to navigate by storing your individual preferences. This will enable you to take full advantage of the services that our website offers. The use of cookies is a widely used industry standard and you’ll find most major websites use them.

You can configure your hard-drive to not accept cookies; however you may lose some functionality.

Access and Correction

You will be provided with the opportunity to access the personal information we hold on you and where appropriate, you may be able to correct that information if it is deemed to be incorrect.

You may be required to fill out a form in order to obtain access to your personal information. This form can be obtained from any staff member.

There may be some cases where we are unable to provide you access to your personal information; however Youth Options Inc will explain the reasons why this access was denied.

Identifiers

Youth Options Inc will not adopt as its own identifier an identifier that has been assigned by a government agency.

Where practicable Youth Options Inc will not use or disclose an identifier assigned to an individual by a government agency.

Anonymity

Whenever it is lawful or practicable, you will have the option of not identifying yourself when dealing with Youth Options Inc

Due to the nature of the services being provided to you this will be in very limited cases.

Sensitive Information

Youth Options Inc will not collect personal information revealing your racial or ethnical origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade-union membership, or details of health, disability or sexual activity or orientation unless:

• your consent has been obtained; or
• the collection is required or specifically authorised by law; or
• the collection is necessary to prevent or lessen a serious and imminent threat to the life or health of any individual, where the subject of the information is physically or legally incapable of giving consent; or
• the collection is necessary for the establishment, exercise or defence of a legal claim.

Resolving Privacy Concerns

You are able to raise any concerns you may have regarding our personal information handling practices by either discussing your concerns with your personal consultant or by calling Youth Options Inc on (08) 8398 2355 on business days. Your complaint will be managed and resolved through our Customer Complaints policy and procedures.

Complaints about our management of your personal information may also be made to the Australian Information Commissioner by following the procedures at:

http://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/making-a-privacy-complaint

Contacting Us

If you have any questions about our Privacy policy, or about the way we manage your personal information:

You can write to us at Youth Options Inc – 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

You can phone our offices on 08 8388 6600

You can email us at hello@youthoptions.org.au

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/privacy-policy/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/terms-conditions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=terms-conditions https://youthoptions.org.au/terms-conditions/#respond Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:13:08 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2177 Website Terms and Conditions Youth Options is committed to protecting the privacy of certain information of visitors to our website. Information Collected Youth Options web server automatically collects: A visitor’s domain name. It generally does not recognise a visitor’s e-mail address. A record as to what web pages a visitor visits and analytics data. Information […]

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]]> Website Terms and Conditions

Youth Options is committed to protecting the privacy of certain information of visitors to our website.

Information Collected

Youth Options web server automatically collects:

• A visitor’s domain name. It generally does not recognise a visitor’s e-mail address.
• A record as to what web pages a visitor visits and analytics data.
• Information submitted by a visitor (such as enquiry information, registration for a program and/or website purchase).

Purpose of collection of information

The information Youth Options collects from its visitors is used to improve the content of Youth Options website.

If a visitor provides Youth Options with their email address, the email address may be used to mail visitors information on new products and services or upcoming events. If a visitor does not wish to receive such an email, the visitor should let Youth Options know via email or telephone.

If a visitor provides Youth Options with their telephone number, the telephone number may be used to call visitors to advise them of new products and services or upcoming events. If a visitor does not wish to receive such telephone calls, the visitor should let Youth Options know via email or telephone.

If a visitor does not wish for their information to be used, the visitor should let Youth Options know via email or telephone.

The information Youth Options collects from visitors will not be disclosed to other organisations for commercial purposes.

Relevant Legislation and Policy

Personal information of visitors is dealt with in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 and Youth Options’ Privacy Policy. The rights of visitors to access personal information are set out in Youth Options’ Privacy Policy.

Change in Policy

From time to time, Youth Options may change the purpose of collection of information (see the section above regarding ‘Purpose of collection of information’). If Youth Options’ policy changes, information collected prior to the policy change will not be subject to the policy change.

Policy Coverage

This Policy covers the Youth Options website at https://employmentoptions.com.au It does not cover links from this website.

Disclaimer

All of the information enclosed on this website is accurate at the time of publishing, but may, at any time, be altered. The information published on this website is intended to provide general information in summary form. Users should make their own judgements and/or seek independent advice when evaluating the accuracy and usefulness of the information provided on this website. You assume all risks associated with the use of the website including risk of computer, software or data being damaged by any virus which may be transmitted via the website or your access to it and the risk that the content of this website complies with laws of any country outside Australia. Youth Options reserves the right to revise the information and data on this website without notice.

Copyright

The material on this website is protected by copyright. You may download, print and display material from this site only for your personal and non-commercial use, provided you keep intact all copyright and other proprietary notices.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/terms-conditions/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/success-for-a-working-future-through-covid19/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=success-for-a-working-future-through-covid19 https://youthoptions.org.au/success-for-a-working-future-through-covid19/#respond Fri, 19 Feb 2021 04:09:35 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2157 Employment Options' passionate belief of "everyone deserves a working future" and our career exploration support will help jobseekers adapt and deal with the impacts of COVID19.

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]]> I heard a shocking stat this week that has been on my mind. Did you know at the end of March the number of people receiving jobseeker type income support in South Australia was 78,000? That is a lot of families and people affected. But what has really impacted me was at the end of May 2020 this number had grown to over 126,000. That is over 70% increase in 3 months!

We know that this is because of COVID19 and the Prime Minister’s announcement that the JobKeeper subsidy will end in September will have further impact with the number of unemployed people increasing again. It has been described as the second cliff. I can understand why the government can’t continue with this level of financial support but still it has me worried about the sheer number of people who will be affected.



 
 

As an organisation that believes “everyone deserves a working future” it does feel like we have to do something to help people to transition to a new career and/or job.

Career guidance is an effective strategy that we can use at this time and make it available to people who may not normally receive this kind of support. A meta-analysis of research to the effectiveness of career development services by ACCELL* has shown that people who are given individual career development support are 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. ACCELL’s analysis is a summary of 47 independent research summaries which included 9575 individual participants, so it is valid.

ACCELL also found that “encouraging proactivity” increases successful employment by 5.88 times. Given that the labour market will be highly competitive, I believe proactivity will be a critical factor for jobseekers. Why you may ask. According to Wikipedia (all truthful source), proactivity describes a person who is taking responsibility for his or her life, rather than looking for causes in outside circumstances or other people.

As the labour market changes and adapts post COVID19, it is essential that jobseekers have the skills and confidence to shift with it. This will include being able to translate transferable skills to a range of industries and be able to tell an employer how they align. If you are feeling unconfident and stressed about money, this is not an easy task.

At Employment Options we are revising our career development support to meet this demand. Over the next few weeks we will offer individual career counselling and group workshops at very affordable rates.

Our career practitioners are experts in job search interventions that target behaviour like proactivity that result in getting a job. Please get in touch if this sounds like the help you need.

 

* Australian Collaboratory for Career Employment & Learning for Living

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/success-for-a-working-future-through-covid19/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/covid-19-just-ribbit-ribbit-ribbit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=covid-19-just-ribbit-ribbit-ribbit https://youthoptions.org.au/covid-19-just-ribbit-ribbit-ribbit/#respond Fri, 19 Feb 2021 04:05:08 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2153 The gift that COVID19 has given me is remembering that perfection prevents us from trying and keeping on going. I've come across a new phrase "RIBBIT, RIBBIT, RIBBIT" which is helping me cope and will hopefully inspire others.

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]]> At first, I thought it would be over quickly and we would all get back to normal. As time goes on though it feels hard – hard to keep trying and turn up every day. I have had a few moments when I have felt I let myself down by not being the best version of myself. The negative thoughts flowed freely!

I am generally a optimistic and positive person except for when I am worried. It is at these times I can be judgmental, critical, controlling, indecisive and most definitely not the best version of myself. All the things I dislike in others.

Luckily for those close to me at work I had a week’s annual leave planned. Last Friday it seemed an inconvenience although I knew deep down that I desperately needed a break. For me, this week of self-isolation has been a blessing even though it is only day 4.

I decided – yes made a conscious decision – that I wanted to do something creative to learn new skills and find joy in being me.

My first project was to cook something new every day that I wanted to eat without having to cater for my family tastes. Completely selfish! So far, I have made fish and chips with no other vegetables on the plate, banana pancakes to remind me of Bali, mushroom soup just because I love mushrooms and today, I am planning a cake to use up the plums we have grown.

My second project was to make my mum a  crochet rug. She lives alone and is self-isolating due to her age and heightened COVID19 risk. She has been unable to do the things she normally does to fill her days. She isn’t close by so we can only catch up remotely. She told me recently that she rings a friend every day to see how they are. My mum has always cared for others and its her way of pro-actively doing that. Why a rug? It’s to put over her knees and give her comfort – perhaps caring for others is a genetic trait we share.



This brings me to the RIBBIT, RIBBIT, RIBBIT. My rug isn’t perfect, the sides are crooked, it’s not big enough, the stitches aren’t even and I have run out of wool. I sent a photo to my friend and colleague Jo and explained that whilst I was enjoying the process, I was wondering if I should give up. Jo is a maker at heart and gave me this wonderful advice. “Just frog what you have done to make it wider. This is your practice swatch….. I make and frog lots! It sounds like RIBBIT, RIBBIT, RIBBIT”.

How often do we forget when we haven’t done something before that it won’t be perfect? Projects like a rug are easy to stop and put aside but there are other things in our lives that we stop when we shouldn’t because it gets hard. Employment Options believes everyone deserves a working future and we often tell young people who are trying to get a job to “persevere by keeping on trying and don’t worry about being perfect”. As adults though I think we sometimes forget to follow this advice.

Like me not being by best self as I deal with COVID19 and the impact on our organisation. I just need to RIBBIT, RIBBIT RIBBIT – in other words – keep on trying. Dealing with COVID19 is a new skill we are all acquiring.

Which leads me to my third project. Write a blog! I have been wanting to do this for ages as I like writing although in my day to day I only ever write for business. Its unemotional writing. Thinking about writing for pleasure has seemed like just another chore. Having finally written my first blog, it’s been pleasurable. Like my rug, my blog isn’t perfect, but I have done it. RIBBIT, RIBBIT, RIBBIT.

Its day four of my break and I can feel the tension easing and my creativity kicking in. I’m even feeling excited about a tender that I have been putting off for weeks. I’ve learnt that being creative is good for my spirit and that I don’t have to execute everything perfectly. It feels good!

And now I am wondering about sharing my blog as it is too long, overly personal and not perfect. Who wants to read about my experience, but I am going to be brave and share it! Maybe it will inspire others to be try something new and just RIBBIT, RIBBIT and keep on RIBBITING!

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/covid-19-just-ribbit-ribbit-ribbit/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/ndis-registered-and-ready/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ndis-registered-and-ready https://youthoptions.org.au/ndis-registered-and-ready/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:26:01 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2091 We achieved NDIS registration in March 2019 and are now able to help people living with a disability gain meaningful employment and participate in the community. Our service area ranges from the Adelaide Hills, Murray Bridge and our Sturt Street Youth Hub. We offer an individual and tailored service to meet the needs of each […]

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]]> We achieved NDIS registration in March 2019 and are now able to help people living with a disability gain meaningful employment and participate in the community. Our service area ranges from the Adelaide Hills, Murray Bridge and our Sturt Street Youth Hub. We offer an individual and tailored service to meet the needs of each client.

This year we met “Jeff” who was struggling with relationships at work and was at risk of losing his job. We coached Jeff over the year to help learn new skills and understand workplace norms. We also helped Jeff’s employer understand why he was behaving the way he was and how they could better support him to be engaged at work. As a result, Jeff has a new position within his workplace which is better suited to his interests and skills. Today he feels like a valuable team member and isn’t worried about losing his job. Our experience with Jeff and his workplace shows that great results can be achieved when we work collaboratively.

Learn more about our services

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/ndis-registered-and-ready/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/pathfinder-game-your-career/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pathfinder-game-your-career https://youthoptions.org.au/pathfinder-game-your-career/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:19:58 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2082 The Pathfinder Program is acknowledged by our partners and stakeholders as a valuable and impactful service for their job seekers or students because it develops motivation, raises aspirations, provides a structured format to explore career opportunities and develop an action plan. School Testimonial: “The Pathfinder Program has been very beneficial to students at Birdwood High […]

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]]> The Pathfinder Program is acknowledged by our partners and stakeholders as a valuable and impactful service for their job seekers or students because it develops motivation, raises aspirations, provides a structured format to explore career opportunities and develop an action plan.

School Testimonial:

“The Pathfinder Program has been very beneficial to students at Birdwood High School. The students enrolled in the course were the students who were typically a behavioural problem, disengaged with school and not intending to get their SACE. They were the students who wanted to leave school and get a job, or students that were struggling with their learning and self-confidence. When the students began the pathfinder program, they were uncertain about their strengths, abilities and possible future jobs and careers. They lacked a sense of direction and purpose. After the course the home group teachers noted a difference in their behaviour and attitude to school. Course counselling and subject selection is normally a challenging time for home group teachers. Their comments to me were that the students who engaged in the Pathfinder program were very easy to work with. They engaged in the time made available for choosing subjects and this was a relatively easy task for them compared to students who had not done the course. The students continue to work on preparing themselves for the world of work by completing their resumes, asking for teachers to be referees and being proactive in finding out about and seeking employment and training”. – Assistant Principal, Birdwood High School

Student Testimonial:

“I feel like the Pathfinder program was very beneficial for me. It helped me understand what kind of career pathway to take and it defiantly broadened my mind to what I am capable of. I used to have the negative mindset that I couldn’t achieve big, but the pathfinder program changed my perception on things. I am really happy I decided to do the program, I believe I learned more in those 6 weeks than I did during actual school lessons.” – Shaya, Mt Barker High School

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/pathfinder-game-your-career/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/career-advice-to-career-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=career-advice-to-career-success https://youthoptions.org.au/career-advice-to-career-success/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:18:45 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2088 Our Career Services had an impact on many people over 2018/2019. It’s a vital service given that most people will have five to seven career changes over their working life. “Ian” was injured whilst serving in the Australian Defence Force. He came to us to undertake a comprehensive career transition program supported by the ADF. […]

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]]> Our Career Services had an impact on many people over 2018/2019. It’s a vital service given that most people will have five to seven career changes over their working life.

“Ian” was injured whilst serving in the Australian Defence Force. He came to us to undertake a comprehensive career transition program supported by the ADF. After translating his defence skills and competencies and researching the labour market, Ian realised he wanted to re-train as a bookkeeper. We also helped him improve his job search skills with outstanding results. Ian was offered two jobs in just one week and has subsequently secured ongoing employment and tells us he loves his new career!

It just goes to show that the research is right. People who access qualified career development support are twice as likely to find work than those that don’t.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/career-advice-to-career-success/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/greenlight2work-regional-employment-trial/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=greenlight2work-regional-employment-trial https://youthoptions.org.au/greenlight2work-regional-employment-trial/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:16:39 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2079 In April 2019, we commenced our Greenlight2Work program in the Murraylands to help address youth unemployment in the area with assistance to gain a learner’s permit to drive and career development support which includes knowledge about labour market opportunities in the region. The program has had early success with participants like “Amy” who needed support to engage […]

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]]> In April 2019, we commenced our Greenlight2Work program in the Murraylands to help address youth unemployment in the area with assistance to gain a learner’s permit to drive and career development support which includes knowledge about labour market opportunities in the region.

The program has had early success with participants like “Amy” who needed support to engage with the community, gain confidence, get her Learners permit and identify suitable career direction and opportunities. At first Amy was very shy. We gave her individual support until she was confident to engage with the small group. Once feeling more confident Amy joined the learner’s permit program and has since gained her learners permit. She was also given career development support where she was able to identify her strengths and passions. Amy now works at a local distribution centre and loves her job.

 

Our proudest moment for Amy was when she was able to help other participants learn their road rules towards the end of the program and stand up in front of the class to lead learning activities.

Read all about our programs and join one that fits you

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/greenlight2work-regional-employment-trial/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/work-with-us/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=work-with-us https://youthoptions.org.au/work-with-us/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:29:15 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2028 Youth Options is a community-based charitable organisation which provides high quality services for over 30 years to people in our local communities, especially to young people, unemployed people, or those who are disadvantaged. Youth Options is a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) and have Deductible Gift Recipient status (DGR). Youth Options helps disadvantaged people to plan […]

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]]> Youth Options is a community-based charitable organisation which provides high quality services for over 30 years to people in our local communities, especially to young people, unemployed people, or those who are disadvantaged.

Youth Options is a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) and have Deductible Gift Recipient status (DGR). Youth Options helps disadvantaged people to plan and achieve employment and education goals. We believe in a community where everyone can achieve their working future.

We help people grow, feel good about themselves and hopeful for the future. We achieve this with Integrity, Respect, Connectedness, Collaboration, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Thinking.

Everyone Deserves A Working Future!
Do you agree with this?
If so, you might be just the sort of person we are looking for.

Youth Options Current Vacancies

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/work-with-us/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/complaints/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=complaints https://youthoptions.org.au/complaints/#respond Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:10:27 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=2018 We understand that occasionally issues may arise, and you may have a complaint. This document explains how we handle complaints and gives information about how you can make your complaint. Youth Options is committed to its responsiveness to the needs and concerns of our service users. Any complaint, dispute, appeal or feedback received will be […]

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]]> We understand that occasionally issues may arise, and you may have a complaint. This document explains how we handle complaints and gives information about how you can make your complaint.

Youth Options is committed to its responsiveness to the needs and concerns of our service users. Any complaint, dispute, appeal or feedback received will be treated as an opportunity to gather essential information about issues affecting service users, stakeholders and other interested parties, and as an opportunity to improve our services.

Complaints can be made to Youth Options, or through other avenues such as the relevant Government Department, Ombudsman, or Commissioner. Some contact details are included in this document, and staff can help in locating contact details for other agencies.

CLICK HERE TO LODGE YOUR COMPLAINT

How we Handle Complaints

Visibility and Access

Information about how and where to complain will be well publicised to all our service users, staff and stakeholders.

Our processes for making a complaint aim to be accessible to all, including people with specific needs (for example, for an interpreter)

Customer-Focused Approach

Youth Options acknowledges the right of service users and the public to complain when dissatisfied with a service, and encourages feedback from service users, staff and the public generally.

We expect our staff to be ‘complaints friendly’ and not defensive or negative about feedback and complaints. Complainants have the right to have support in making a complaint and the right to be protected from any form of retribution.

Responsiveness

Complaints will be acknowledged and addressed promptly; complainants will be treated courteously and kept informed of the progress of their complaint through the complaints handling process. If a process may take more than 60 days, you will be notified in writing, and kept informed of progress.

Objectivity

Each complaint will be addressed in an equitable, objective and unbiased manner through the complaints handling process.

Charges

There will be no charge to complainants for making a complaint, nor for accessing the complaints handling process

Confidentiality

Information about a complainant will be used only for addressing the complaint within Youth Options, and will be actively protected from disclosure, unless the complainant expressly consents to its disclosure.

Investigation of complaints

Every reasonable effort will be made to investigate all the relevant circumstances and information surrounding a complaint. Investigations will be conducted in a fair and objective manner and will ensure natural justice is observed wherever practicable.

Resolution of complaints

Following an appropriate investigation, Youth Options will offer a response, for example, to correct the problem and prevent it happening in the future. This will be communicated to the complainant as quickly as possible.

Complaints will be resolved with as little formality and dispute as possible, and the remedy sought by the complainant will always be considered as a first option.

Complainants will be provided with progress reports if quick resolution of their complaint is not possible.

Accountability

Youth Options will ensure accountability by assigning responsibility for all aspects of complaints receipt and handling, and through the monitoring of complaint trends and outcomes by senior management.

Continual Improvement

Our complaints handling process is reviewed periodically to enhance effectiveness

What to do if you have a complaint

We encourage you to start by discussing your issue with the staff member who is assisting you, or with the staff member you have an issue with.

If you can’t, or don’t want to do that, you can ask to speak to:

The Operations Manager
The Program Manager of the program you have an issue with, or
You may also put your complaint in writing if you prefer and address it to any of these managers.

Your complaint, appeal or assessment review request will be recorded in our complaints and appeals register, and a senior staff member will work with you to resolve your issue as quickly as possible.

Other Agencies

You may also take your complaint directly to another relevant agency, including:

For FLO Services :

Contact the enrolling school of the student,

Customer Feedback Unit
Phone: 1800 677 435
Email: Education.EducationComplaint@sa.gov.au

Website: www.education.sa.gov.au

For National Disability Insurance Scheme:

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Website: NDIS Commission

Phone: 1800 035 544

Disability Advocacy – Find advocacy services near you

People with disability who need someone to speak up for them can use Ask Izzy to search for independent Disability Advocacy providers in their area. These services provide access to professionals who can ensure the choices and rights of people with disability are respected and they are being treated fairly.

Website: Ask Izzy

Department of Employment – RET

Website: Feedback and enquiries

Phone: 1300 488 064

Customer Complaints Form

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/complaints/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=explore-your-career-pathway-2 https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway-2/#respond Tue, 16 Feb 2021 04:44:14 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=1767 Pathfinder is an interactive career exploration game!

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]]> Work, careers, money. It can be difficult to know where to start. Understanding your strengths and what’s out there can assist you get the life you want. Pathfinder is a career exploration program that uses virtual and real world activities to help you plan to get ahead. In the Pathfinder Program you will gain confidence and get started on the life you want.

Take part in virtual and real-world activities to increase your motivation and develop employability skills to build confidence and ability to enter the workforce. It’s not just about any job – being able to choose jobs that are a good fit for you, will help get and keep the right one.






Pathfinder is focused on the first step in the Choose-Get-Keep model – identifying an occupational goal which is achievable, realistic in the current labour market and match to values, interests and aptitudes. Pathfinder is aligned to the Australian Blueprint for Career Development and uses Gamification principles to engage users. 

Download the Brochure

 

Delivery Location and Methodology

Face2Face, Group Environment at Sturt Street Youth Hub, 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide and/or other Locations

and/or Via Zoom/TEAMS Online

Support Category/Registration Group

Capacity Building – 0102 – Finding and keeping a job

Or School Leaver Employment Options (TOMORROW ME)

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS SERVICES ENQUIRY

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway-2/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/have-a-dream-job-but-limited-experience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=have-a-dream-job-but-limited-experience https://youthoptions.org.au/have-a-dream-job-but-limited-experience/#respond Wed, 10 Feb 2021 03:15:54 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=289

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/have-a-dream-job-but-limited-experience/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/job-interview-skills/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=job-interview-skills https://youthoptions.org.au/job-interview-skills/#respond Wed, 10 Feb 2021 03:13:57 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=284 Getting to the interview is AWESOME!

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]]> We know that going to interviews can be a difficult and intimidating situation. But worry know more, because we are here to help improve your interview skills and feel confident about the situation.

We offer a 45 minute trial interview in a real-world environment. The interview isn’t real, but it comes with real feedback, identifying ways you can improve from a supportive and experienced interviewer. Sourced from real job ads, you get to choose from 7 ‘Sample Jobs’ you can to practice for.

1. Trades Assistant

2. Landscaper

3. Kitchen Hand

4. Admin Assistant

5. Retail Assistant

6. Sales Assistant

7. Food Production Worker

You will undertake a self-assessment to identify where you think you need the most help and practice. Lodge an expression of interest with us and we will contact you or your case manager/DES provider to book you in!

Call 8388 6600 or email hello@youthoptions.org.au to register your interest.

More confidence, more communication skills, more independence.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/job-interview-skills/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/drive-me-non-ndis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=drive-me-non-ndis https://youthoptions.org.au/drive-me-non-ndis/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:30:38 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=275 Drive Me – Mentoring Program (non NDIS) Drive me is a Driving Experience Mentoring Program to help you get the required 75 hours for your P’s.   The goal of this program is to overcome your challenges for getting your P’s, increase opportunities to learn about employment or traineeships, and acquire necessary skills and develop good […]

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]]> Drive Me – Mentoring Program (non NDIS)

Drive me is a Driving Experience Mentoring Program to help you get the required 75 hours for your P’s. 

 The goal of this program is to overcome your challenges for getting your P’s, increase opportunities to learn about employment or traineeships, and acquire necessary skills and develop good driving behaviour.  

• You will participate in a four-hour road safety program, before driving practice commences. 
• We will provide you with a Trained Driving Mentor (Responsible Supervising Driver)  
• Your Driving Mentor may be a volunteer with Youth Options 
• We will provide the use our modified car to undertake driving practice 

 For fees and charges, please contact Youth Options on 08 8388 6600. 

Please Note: To start the Drive Me Program a minimum of 4 lessons and must be completed with a professional driving instructor and the final driving test must be successfully completed with a professional driving instructor (depending on your funding this cost may not be included in the Drive Me Program).  

For extra information, please contact Youth Options’ Operations Manager: Rick Henke on his email: rick.h@eoinc.com.au 

Download the ‘Drive Me’ Flyer

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/drive-me-non-ndis/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/stem-for-girls/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stem-for-girls https://youthoptions.org.au/stem-for-girls/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:30:10 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=273 Expanding Horizons - Girls Like Us Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths

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]]> Expanding Horizons – Girls Like Us



Try it…. Do it… Own it! 

The Expanding Horizons: Girls Like Us program is an experiential learning program designed for girls in year 8 and 9 to inspire them to take up STEM subjects at school and raises their aspirations for exciting and rewarding STEM careers. 

It’s easy to be cool. To be AMAZING requires STEM!

The program is run in an inspiring, flexible and engaging environment, where girls will identify projects they are interested in.

Our Expanding Horizons Coordinator will facilitate the program with your school and girls and will be supported by our STEM Mentors. We Will engage with leading female STEM professionals, academics and entrepreneurs to provide experiential learning experiences. 

Over the ten weeks your girls will journey through learning to engage – explore – solve – collaborate – research – aspire – and celebrate – all while discovering exciting STEM pathways. 

*this project is funded by the Australian Government Department of Industry, Innovation, and Science through the Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program. 

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/stem-for-girls/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/learn-the-tools-of-trades/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=learn-the-tools-of-trades https://youthoptions.org.au/learn-the-tools-of-trades/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:29:40 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=269 Rule the Tools is a program to help participants learn about and familiarise themselves with common tools used in trade-based apprenticeships and traineeships.

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]]> Rule the Tools is a program to help participants learn about and familiarise themselves with common tools used in trade-base apprenticeships and traineeships, but also for Trade Assistant and Labouring Jobs. Activities can include group and individual work. Activities will include watching demonstrations on the safe and effective use of tools as well as using those tools themselves.



They will work on a small project that will put what they have learnt into practice. Participants will learn to apply instructions and techniques in the use of tools to undertake a task. They will learn trade specific terminology and language and use oral communication to describe their projects and tasks. Participants will learn to work in a team environment and share tools and resources, including clean-up and pack-up. Activities will include measuring distances and volumes. 

Speak to your jobactive, transiton to work or DES provider TODAY.

or Call Youth Options on 08 8388 6600

Download The Rule The Tools Flyer

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/learn-the-tools-of-trades/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/get-moving-non-ndis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-moving-non-ndis https://youthoptions.org.au/get-moving-non-ndis/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:28:53 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=268 Get Moving – Mentoring Program (non NDIS) Get Moving is a learning program for Young People to obtain their Learner’s permit for driving.   Get Moving Includes activities to learn road rules, undertake practice tests and support to attend testing centre.     The Goal is to get your L’s – (Learners Permit)     For fees and charges, please […]

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Get Moving – Mentoring Program (non NDIS)

Get Moving is a learning program for Young People to obtain their Learner’s permit for driving.  

Get Moving Includes activities to learn road rules, undertake practice tests and support to attend testing centre.  

 

The Goal is to get your L’s – (Learners Permit) 

 

 For fees and charges, please contact Youth Options on 08 8388 6600. 

Download the ‘Get Moving’ Flyer

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/get-moving-non-ndis/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/furniture-homeware-arts-training/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=furniture-homeware-arts-training https://youthoptions.org.au/furniture-homeware-arts-training/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:28:26 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=267 FHAT Designs provides you with the training to develop your own pathway into the furniture, homeware and arts industry.

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“Furniture, Homeware & Arts Training”

• Create quality products
• Learn to start your own business
• Meet with artists and guest speakers
• Explore your career pathways

Why Join?

FHAT Designs provides you with the training to develop your own pathway into the furniture, homeware and arts industry. Youth Space is part of a suite of programs within Youth Options. and is a Department for Education Approved Panel Provider for Cases Management Services and Flexible Learning Programs.

What: Practical based learning program creating products and options for pathways. Accreditation per school

Where: Sturt Street Youth Hub, 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide

Essential Criteria:

• Young People 18 to 25 years old
• Pathway interests or skills in:
  • Furniture construction or renovation,
  • homewares,
  • art & design including: sculpture, drawing, printing, wood, metalwork acrylic, concrete, textile, paint.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/furniture-homeware-arts-training/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=explore-your-career-pathway https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:24:05 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=258 Work, careers, money. It can be difficult to know where to start. Understanding your strengths and what’s out there an assist you get the life you want. Pathfinder is a career exploration program that uses virtual and real world activities to help you plan to get ahead.

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Work, careers, money. It can be difficult to know where to start. Understanding your strengths and what’s out there can assist you get the life you want. Pathfinder is a career exploration program that uses virtual and real world activities to help you plan to get ahead. In the Pathfinder Program you will gain confidence and get started on the life you want.

Take part in virtual and real-world activities to increase your motivation and develop employability skills to build confidence and ability to enter the workforce. It’s not just about any job – being able to choose jobs that are a good fit for you, will help get and keep the right one.






Pathfinder is focused on the first step in the Choose-Get-Keep model – identifying an occupational goal which is achievable, realistic in the current labour market and match to values, interests and aptitudes. Pathfinder is aligned to the Australian Blueprint for Career Development and uses Gamification principles to engage users. 

Download the Brochure

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-your-career-pathway/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/woodworking-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=woodworking-program https://youthoptions.org.au/woodworking-program/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:23:37 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=257 Saw Dust is a woodworking program - allowing participants to engage in creative woodwork projects.

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]]> A learning program – allowing participants to engage in creative woodwork projects to:
• Increase their awareness and understanding of WHS and Workshop safety signs and instructions.
• Learn how to safely and effectively use hand and power tools such as: saws, drills, sanders, grinders, hammers, screw drivers, planers, and more!
• Learn to read and follow project plans, diagrams and instructions.

Our mentors are trained and experienced in strengthening participant confidence and self-esteem, independent living skills, communications skills and social skills.

Delivery Location and Methodology

Sturt Street Youth Hub, 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide.

This program will be delivered in our workshop.

Support Category/Registration Group

Core – 0125 – participation in community, social and civic activities

Capacity Building – 0116 – innovative community participation

Capacity Building – 0117 – Development of Daily living and life skills

School Leaver Employment Support (SLES)

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS SERVICES ENQUIRY

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On The Job support is designed to enable NDIS participants to successfully obtain and/or retain employment.

Individual support from a mentor who guides and helps the journey to work!

Informational interviews with employers.

Work Experience and volunteering to get on the job experience.

Help with looking for a job, job applications and interview skills.

Delivery Location and Methodology

Face2Face, Group Environment at Sturt Street Youth Hub, 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide and/or other Locations

and/or Via Zoom/TEAMS Online

Support Category/Registration Group

Capacity Building – 0102 – Finding and keeping a job

Core – 0125

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NDIS SERVICES ENQUIRY

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/help-to-get-and-keep-a-job/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-self-employment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=explore-self-employment https://youthoptions.org.au/explore-self-employment/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:13:08 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=247 BizAbility assists people with a disability explore entrepreneurship as a pathway to achieving self-employment using human centred design (HCD) methodology.

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BizAbility – Think Ability, Then Design Your Business

BizAbility assists people living with disability explore entrepreneurship as a pathway to achieving self-employment using human centred design (HCD) methodology. You will identify an idea for self-employment matched to your abilities and circumstances, test assumptions and create an action plan to achieve self-employment using the 5 core modules of Design Thinking: Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype and Test.

Throughout the program, you will have access to a mentor for individual support and assistance. You will also become part of a community where you can share your experience with others and hear from entrepreneurs with lived disability and business experience.

We see successful participants leave the program with a stronger purpose, awareness of opportunities and increased motivation to achieve self-employment.

Outcomes include:

• Increased understanding of self-employment and skills needed
• Raised confidence to start their self-employment journey

Available to NDIS Participants:

• 17 to 65 years old
• Want to explore self-employment/business
• 12 months of learning & mentoring
• Approx. 12 weeks (3 hours per week) exploring & learning
• Approx. 40 weeks (3 hours per week) business mentoring
• Approx. Cost is $10,920

Please contact the BizAbility Team:

Nate Overbeeke on 08 8388 6600

Support Category/Registration Group

Capacity Building:

– Increased Social and Community Participation – Innovative Community Participation

– Development of daily living and life skills (in some circumstances)

Core:

– Access to community, social and rec activities (in some circumstances)

Download the BizAbility Flyer

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We have currently directly empowered 13 eight young people to achieve their provisional P1 driver’s licence. We are incredibly proud of each and every one for the example they have set in their courage and commitment to achieve an incredible milestone on their pathway to live a life of purpose.



Drive Me (P’s Program)

Drive Me is a Driving Experience Mentoring Program to help you get the required 75 hours for your P’s. The goal of this program is to overcome your challenges for getting your P’s, increase opportunities to learn about employment or traineeships, and acquire necessary skills and develop good driving behaviour.

• • To start the Drive Me Program a minimum of 4 lessons must be completed with a professional driving instructor.
  • We will provide you with a Trained Driving Mentor (Responsible Supervising Driver) and the use of our modified car
  • You will participate in a four-hour road safety program, before driving practice commences
  • To attain the required 75 hours, you will attend 1.5 hours twice per week for one2one mentored driving practice. The time and day is negotiated with you and our NDIS Mentor

Please Note:

• The hours required to achieve the P’s depends on the participant progress and capabilities. (everyone is different)
• The program includes an estimated 60 kilometres per session of activity based transport. Please note only actual distance driven will be invoiced.
• Final driving test (VORT) must be successfully completed with a professional driving instructor; this cost is not included in Drive Me Program.

This program can be funded under Core Supports or Capacity Building Supports depending on your available NDIS funding.
NB: If using capacity building funding to access the program, the cost of the VORT will need to be self-funded.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/drive-me/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/year-12-school-leaver/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=year-12-school-leaver https://youthoptions.org.au/year-12-school-leaver/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:10:34 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=242 School Leaver Employment Supports is an early intervention approach for Year 12 school leavers with significant disability to support their transition from school to employment.

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Tomorrow Me – School Leaver Employment Supports

“Work, career, independence and choice. It’s what I want.”

“Knowing how to get it can be tricky”

School Leaver Employment Supports is an early intervention approach for Year 12 school leavers on NDIS to support their transition from school to employment.

These supports are designed to build an NDIS participant’s capacity to meet the access criteria and transition to a Disability Employment Services Provider (DES).

Through our Tomorrow Me SLES Program, we help young people to prepare, look for and gain employment. We provide meaningful, personalised, individualised capacity building activities so young people can achieve their employment goals.

Tomorrow Me starts with you choosing the help you need from our menu of supports:

• Pathfinder – career exploration that makes finding your future FUN!
• Mentoring to help you find and keep a job
• Get Moving – start with your L’s, achieve your P’s
• Drive Me – Driving Experience Hours Mentoring, Safe Driver Workshop
• Skills Development & Work Experience

Typically, Tomorrow Me is delivered over 48 weeks in a 1 year period or 96 weeks in a 2 year period

Delivery Location and Methodology

Delivery may include a combination of:

• Face2Face, Group Environment, Social Group and/or One2One
• Face2Face, Individualised & Personalised Service
• and/or Via Zoom/TEAMS Online

at Sturt Street Youth Hub, 40 Sturt Street, Adelaide, Murray Bridge and/or other locations.

Support Category/Registration Group

Capacity Building – 0102 – School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

The cost of the Tomorrow Me Tailored Package is $474.78 per week.

1 year service (48 weeks) – $22,789

2 year service (96 weeks) – $45,578

Download the Tomorrow Me Flyer

 

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/year-12-school-leaver/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/bunnings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bunnings https://youthoptions.org.au/bunnings/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:01:34 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=237 Youth Options thanks Bunnings for their generous support for providing Youth Options’s headquarters with a Power Pass, trade level prices, discounts and building materials for our Rule The Tools, FHAT Designs and Youth Space Workshops. Website

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Youth Options thanks Bunnings for their generous support for providing Youth Options’s headquarters with a Power Pass, trade level prices, discounts and building materials for our Rule The Tools, FHAT Designs and Youth Space Workshops.

Website

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/bunnings/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/motor-trade-association/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=motor-trade-association https://youthoptions.org.au/motor-trade-association/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:00:52 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=231 MTA SA/NT provide automotive industry tailored Workplace Relations training and support. They are also the peak South Australian automotive apprentice employment and training body for the motor trade industry. The MTA employs apprentices in a number of automotive trades in South Australia and also deliver accredited and non-accredited upskilling training and non-accredited Industrial Relations training […]

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]]> MTA SA/NT provide automotive industry tailored Workplace Relations training and support. They are also the peak South Australian automotive apprentice employment and training body for the motor trade industry. The MTA employs apprentices in a number of automotive trades in South Australia and also deliver accredited and non-accredited upskilling training and non-accredited Industrial Relations training for the automotive industry in South Australia.

The MTA has supported Youth Options by donating an Apprentices Toolbox valued at over $1200 and also donated 6 Briggs and Stratton Small Engines for our participants to learn on. They also make their staff available to talk to our participants about automotive career pathways.

Thank you to the MTA and especially Jason Polgreen – General Manager Apprentice Employment Services for their support.

To enquire about MTA apprenticeships and training call 8241 0522 or email mta@mtasant.com.au

Website

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/motor-trade-association/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/adelaide-christian-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adelaide-christian-center https://youthoptions.org.au/adelaide-christian-center/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 06:00:09 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=230 A city-based Pentecostal church with facility hire.

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Youth Options has entered a MOU (Memo Of Understanding) which provides us with access to their training rooms, meaning that we are now better equipped at supporting skilled migrants with career development workshops.



Email:
office@adelaidechristiancentre.com.au

Number:
08 8212 2322

Website

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/adelaide-christian-center/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/matchworks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=matchworks https://youthoptions.org.au/matchworks/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:58:55 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=228 Making employment happen

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]]> Sharing the Youth Options’ headquarters, Matchworks is a community based and not-for-profit business. It’s all about creating long lasting connections. That’s why it’s one of Australia’s biggest services. They know exactly what job seekers need to take to the next level and what employers want in their people, but most importantly they bring the two together.

For enquiries, contact:
Shannon Easter

Email:
shannon.easter@matchworks.com.au

Number:
0477 010 412

Website

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/matchworks/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/chris-seglins/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chris-seglins https://youthoptions.org.au/chris-seglins/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:54:18 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=217 Commencing at Employment Options in early 2019 as a volunteer, Chris demonstrated a high level of skills and variety of Graphic Design abilities, which has assisted Employment Options greatly. Chris’s many talents have included re-designing multiple Flyers for EO’s Courses and promotional material. Since being employed at Employment Options, Chris shares his time between being […]

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]]> Commencing at Employment Options in early 2019 as a volunteer, Chris demonstrated a high level of skills and variety of Graphic Design abilities, which has assisted Employment Options greatly. Chris’s many talents have included re-designing multiple Flyers for EO’s Courses and promotional material.

Since being employed at Employment Options, Chris shares his time between being a cheerful and helpful face at our reception area whilst also continuing to grow his editing abilities. Chris has been involved in editing 360 VR videos for the ‘Drive Me’ program and being tasked with editing Employment Options’ website categories.

Chris’



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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/chris-seglins/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/fiona-harley/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fiona-harley https://youthoptions.org.au/fiona-harley/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:53:38 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=213 Fiona has been at Employment Options for nearly 8 years and divides her time between roles which include tasks in Human Resources, Workplace Health and Safety and forms part of the integral admin team that keeps things ticking away seamlessly in the background. Her strength of character is having a friendly and engaging nature when […]

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Fiona has been at Employment Options for nearly 8 years and divides her time between roles which include tasks in Human Resources, Workplace Health and Safety and forms part of the integral admin team that keeps things ticking away seamlessly in the background. Her strength of character is having a friendly and engaging nature when interacting with people.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/fiona-harley/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/lauren-upham/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lauren-upham https://youthoptions.org.au/lauren-upham/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:39:23 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=194 Since joining Youth Options in August 2019 as a volunteer administration officer, Lauren has proved her ability to complete administration tasks with a smile. Now working upstairs in the Youth Space, Lauren provides administration support to the Youth Services Manager and Youth Co-ordinator.

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Since joining Youth Options in August 2019 as a volunteer administration officer, Lauren has proved her ability to complete administration tasks with a smile. Now working upstairs in the Youth Space, Lauren provides administration support to the Youth Services Manager and Youth Co-ordinator.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/lauren-upham/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/lenet-mbatia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lenet-mbatia https://youthoptions.org.au/lenet-mbatia/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:36:05 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=176 Lenet is a FLO Case Manager in our Youth Space program. Lenet has completed a Master of Social Work and Master of Health and International Development from University of South Australia and Flinders University respectively. In addition to this, she has over 3 years working experience in the medical field in her beloved home country, […]

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Lenet is a FLO Case Manager in our Youth Space program. Lenet has completed a Master of Social Work and Master of Health and International Development from University of South Australia and Flinders University respectively. In addition to this, she has over 3 years working experience in the medical field in her beloved home country, Kenya. Lenet’s true passion has always been working with young people and assisting them in realising their true potential. Lenet believes in the importance of having alternate pathways in education or learning for all young people especially those who are facing multiple or complex barriers in their lives. She employs a holistic systems approach to helping young people to achieve success.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/lenet-mbatia/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/nate-overbeeke/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nate-overbeeke https://youthoptions.org.au/nate-overbeeke/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:24:59 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=163 Coordinator and lead facilitator of the BizAbility Program that empowers participants living with a disability to explore how they can earn income using a talent, skill, interest, or passion as a pathway to self employment.

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Nate leads the effective achievement and growth of sustainable Youth Options NDIS Services and is responsible for both overseeing quality delivery of Youth Options’ NDIS Services as well as maintaining strategic relationships with external stakeholders. He uses his understanding of shared value models of partnership and ability to drive high value brand aligned opportunities to ensure the ongoing success of our NDIS services.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/nate-overbeeke/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/joshua/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=joshua https://youthoptions.org.au/joshua/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:22:19 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=154 Joshua comes to Youth Options with two decades of experiencing in working with young people across a range of settings. He is a qualified high school educational specialist, a registered teacher, and has additional significant experience and qualifications in business management, not-for-profit governance, and pastoral care. Joshua believes that every young person deserves the opportunity […]

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Joshua comes to Youth Options with two decades of experiencing in working with young people across a range of settings. He is a qualified high school educational specialist, a registered teacher, and has additional significant experience and qualifications in business management, not-for-profit governance, and pastoral care.

Joshua believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to discover their passions, to engage in learning opportunities that are meaningful, to try new things, and to be encouraged to develop in their character and mastery over self. Youth Options is a wonderful avenue for young people to know that they are important, they are loved, and they have their own mark to make upon the world. It is Joshua’s privilege to lead the team entrusted to carry out this work.

Outside of his work life, Joshua is a keen home cook; a lover of travel, nature, and the outdoors; a musician and a marriage celebrant; and proud dog-dad. Living in the hills, Joshua is heavily involved with the Country Fire Service (CFS) – with responsibilities covering Fleet Maintenance and Management for the local area, cadet program coordination, training coordination, along with his duties as Senior Firefighter.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/joshua/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/rick-henke/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rick-henke https://youthoptions.org.au/rick-henke/#respond Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:15:28 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=140 Rick is our ‘Action Man’ because he gets things done! No task is too small or too big for Rick and he has a knack for finding a way to get it done.

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]]> Rick is our ‘Action Man’ because he gets things done! No task is too small or too big for Rick and he has a knack for finding a way to get it done. Rick manages our finance systems, supervises our Internship Students and oversees our Volunteers. Rick has developed our Drive Me program with a passion for helping young people get their P’s.

Rick is an experienced operations manager who joined Youth Options in June 2019 after 12 years’ service with the City of Salisbury. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Applied Science, Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning, Diploma in Youth Work and Certificate of Business.

Rick is an active member and past President of the Rotary Club of Salisbury and a Justice of the Peace in SA. In addition, Rick has led us into the digital space with a major IT transformation.

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]]> https://youthoptions.org.au/rick-henke/feed/ 0 https://youthoptions.org.au/michelle-braham/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=michelle-braham https://youthoptions.org.au/michelle-braham/#respond Sat, 30 Jan 2021 05:16:16 +0000 http://52.64.53.136/?p=145 We help people grow, feel good about themselves and hopeful for the future

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Michelle is passionate about helping people achieve their employment, education or training goals to navigate a secure future. Michelle is knowledgeable within the NFP operating environment and challenges faced by disadvantage people in the community.

Michelle joined Youth Options’ Human Resources team in 2007. Her versatility, leadership and innovation was recognised through multiple promotions, including the General Manager – Operations and Career Services in 2017. Her qualifications include Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Diploma of Human Resources, Diploma of Management and Certificate in Public Sector Management.

Michelle is an innovative and future oriented CEO regularly exploring promising practice and opportunities to provide responsive services. Michelle commenced her journey as CEO in August 2017 and has been the catalyst for major improvements in Youth Options including consolidating three locations into one Adelaide CBD location, our Sturt Street Youth Hub.

Michelle has a broad range of skills and experience in management, governance, human resources and in the establishment of services for young people and those seeking career assistance. Michelle is a professional member and sits on the National Executive Committee of the Career Development Association of Australia (CDAA). Prior to joining Youth Options, Michelle was employed by the Northern Territory Government.

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