Transcript Document 7919306

Melissa Cuminao Reason
Work Pathways Program
is aimed
To assist the women who have
been effected by the criminal
justice system to give the
women opportunity to access
education and training.
How the Work Pathways Program
assist the women
Assisting
by gathering information on
the following
- career choice,
- school based and
- full time employment.
Give
the participants ongoing support
and guidance throughout the year.
The Work Pathways Program consists of:
30 hours of accredited training
 One on One training with an experience industry
trainer
 Assistance with work preparation skills and
vocational training
 Full time support from two qualified trainers
 Accredited training that is nationally recognized

The modules within
the Work Pathways Program :
Workplace Health and Safety,
 Basic business Computering,
 Preparation of Business Documents,
 Development of Job Acquisition Skills, and
 Accessing Employment and Training
options

The Outcomes of the Work Pathways Program of 2010
Titled
Results
Target Numbers
84
Actual Numbers
67
Numbers of Work Outcomes
9
Numbers of Training
Outcomes
7
Number of Indigenous
9
People under 25
15
The barriers that are faced
Stable
accommodation
Safe and affordable accommodation
Childcare
Accessible transport
Suitable schooling for their children
Mental health issues (individual and/or family members)
Poverty and debt
Drug and alcohol issues
Probationary requirements
Child safety requirements
Social and location isolation
Family violence
Literacy levels
Successful Strategies implemented
for the Work Pathways Program
Transportation
Childcare
Catering
Successful Stories
Questions?
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