Employment

We help people to gain and sustain employment in all its forms. We believe that every person has the potential to work and improve their economic situation.

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Employment Services

Workforce Australia

Workforce Australia's Employment Services provides comprehensive support to help you achieve your employment goals. SYC offers personalised case management, linking you with various employers and industries and providing access to opportunities that match your skills and aspirations.

Australian Apprenticeship Support Services

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations Apprenticeship Support Services helps apprentices of all backgrounds begin their careers and maintain their apprenticeships while working with employers to find great people for their businesses.

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Transition to Work

Workforce Australia

Are you aged 15-24 and aiming to enter employment or complete your education? Workforce Australia's Transition to Work service is here to support you. We collaborate with you to create a unique plan tailored to your specific work or study goals, offering personalised support and guidance along the way.

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Employability Skills Training

Workforce Australia

Workforce Australia's Employability Skills Training (EST) program is designed to assist you in planning, engaging, and succeeding in your career. It aligns your passions, interests, and needs with employment prospects, providing essential guidance and training for a successful career journey.

Disability Employment Services

A free service provided by the Australian Government

Disability Employment Services (DES) is an Australian Government-funded program designed to assist people with disabilities in finding and keeping employment. This free service can support you by offering tailored assistance so you can access opportunities relevant to your work goals.

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Support for Employers

We can help you find and retain the right employees for your business. With over two decades of experience, we specialise in matching job-ready candidates with suitable positions. Our recruitment and training services are tailored to meet employers' needs, ensuring successful placements.

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Youth Skills Queensland

Youth Employment Initiatives

Youth Skills offers nationally recognised training and support into employment to 15–24 year olds who are engaged with Youth Justice Services, Queensland Corrective Services or Queensland Police Service.

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Geared2Drive

Geared2Drive offers support for individuals aiming to acquire their driver's licence. This program provides guidance, resources, and lessons to assist participants in obtaining their driver's licence, increasing independence and access to employment opportunities.

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Aboriginal Mentor Services

Aboriginal Mentor Services offer culturally sensitive and personalised mentoring and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals. These services foster skills, guidance, and empowerment tailored to your needs and goals.

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ParentsNext

Workforce Australia

Service Update - We have recently discontinued our provision of the ParentsNext program, effective 31 October 2024.

From 1 November 2024, the Parents Next Program is being replaced by a new program, Parent Pathways. For more detailed information, please visit the DEWR website at : https://www.dewr.gov.au/parentpathways.

Workplace Inclusion Support

SYC’s Workplace Inclusion Support works with businesses, at no cost, to adopt Inclusive Workplace Practices, broadening talent pools and strengthening customer relationships.

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