The Get Set for Work program, run by Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC), targets 15-19-year-olds who have dropped out of school and provides them with a Certificate II in skills for work and vocational pathways.
The program includes resume and cover letter assistance, first aid, RSA, and white cards, and features guest speakers on topics like budgeting, mental health, workers' rights, road safety, indigenous culture, and drug and alcohol awareness.
“Our Get Set for Work program is for youth aged 15 to 19 and is part of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative. The program aims to guide youth who have dropped out of school towards gaining employment,” explains Rowan Scott, PCYC Program Coordinator.
The Get Set for Work program is free, runs five days a week, and starts up again on January 28. Success stories include participants landing jobs in travel agencies, engineering, and hospitality.
The program aims to build confidence and employable skills.
PCYC’s most recent program in December, saw a 100% success rate, with all five participants completing the program. Past graduates often return to share their employment successes with the participants.
“Seeing the participants come in at the start, they’re a little nervous, a bit immature and unsure. By the end of the 10-week program, however, we start to see big changes in them when they complete their Certificate II, or find work for example. It's a small reward for us but a big deal for them,” Rowan says with pride.
“Here at PCYC we also run a ‘Break the Cycle’ program, which helps participants obtain their 100 hours towards their learner's license. Like Get Set for Work, it’s free! We also provide a pick-up and drop-off service, which runs five days a week, from 9am to 3pm,” he says.
Both programs are designed to give participants more freedom and flexibility, while giving them a greater sense of self-worth and purpose. PCYC continues to support their participants even after the courses have concluded, providing ongoing assistance.
Businesses are encouraged to participate in the programs, with many seeing great success as a result of hiring entry-level workers.
Interested participants and businesses, can contact Rowan Scott or Tamara Kemp for more information on: 06 4783 1009.
Rowan Scott (Program Coordinator) and Tamara Kemp (Social Worker). Photo: Mark T. Rasmussen
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