The Helping Hand

  One of the most common challenges job seekers face, especially young people or career changers, is the classic paradox: you need experience to get a job, but you need a job to get experience. If you’re feeling stuck in this loop, don’t worry. With the right mindset and approach, it’s absolutely possible to build your experience from the ground up. Here’s some practical career advice to help you get ahead, even if your resume feels a little light. 1. Volunteer Your Way Into Experience Volunteering is one of the best ways to build real-world skills and show initiative. Whether it’s at a local charity, community centre, school, or small business, you’ll gain practical experience in teamwork, communication, time management, and problem-solving. Employer advice consistently highlights the value of volunteering . It shows you’re proactive, community-minded, and willing to work hard even without immediate reward. Volunteering locally can also help you tap into hidden opportunities, e...

  Effective communication is one of the most important skills a young person can develop when preparing to enter the workforce. Whether it's participating in interviews, working within a team, or interacting with customers, the ability to express thoughts clearly and listen actively is critical to long-term success in any job. Fortunately, youth employment assistance programs are designed to help build these essential communication skills through structured learning and real-world practice. Why Communication Matters in the Workplace Communication goes far beyond speaking; it includes active listening, non-verbal cues, tone of voice, and even written skills like emailing and report writing. For young people transitioning from school to work , these may be new challenges. Many employers place strong emphasis on soft skills, with communication often ranking at the top. That’s why employment services for youth include communication development as a core part of their training. How Yo...

  For many people with disability, landing a job is just the first step. The real challenge can often be staying employed, building confidence, adapting to workplace environments, and navigating day-to-day tasks successfully. That’s where on-the-job support through the NDIS Employment Assistance comes in. With the right employment support services, participants are not only assisted in finding roles, but also in keeping them long-term . What Is On-the-Job Support? On-the-job support refers to the practical and tailored assistance provided after you’ve been employed. It’s part of the "Finding and Keeping a Job" category within the NDIS Capacity Building budget. This support is designed to help you settle into your new role, overcome obstacles, and become more independent in your workplace. Depending on your needs and your plan, this support might include: Job coaching and mentoring Help understanding work routines and tasks Communication support with colleagues or superviso...

  With recent reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the landscape for support coordination providers is evolving rapidly. From July 2025, NDIS registration will become mandatory for all support coordinators , including those currently operating without registration. If you’re an unregistered provider offering coordination services, it’s time to plan your transition to meet the NDIS Commission's requirements. In this article, we’ll guide you through the transition process from unregistered to registered NDIS support coordination , what you’ll need to prepare, and how working with an NDIS registration consultant for support coordination providers can make the journey smoother. Why Registration Is Now Essential Previously, many support coordinators operated without registration, especially when working with plan-managed or self-managed participants. However, changes announced by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission mean that NDIS support coordination regis...