PCYC Burdekin’s Get Set For Work Program will assist a new cohort of vulnerable job seekers in 2024 thanks to a renewed funding commitment from the Queensland Government.
The Get Set For Work Program is funded through Skilling Queenslanders for Work, assisting unemployed and underemployed Queenslanders to gain skills, qualifications and experience to either enter or remain in the workforce.
PCYC Burdekin Get Set For Work Program Coordinator Rowan Scott said the funding will allow the Program to build on previous years in assisting the region’s youth.
“It fills that gap for those 15- to 19-year-olds who are disengaged from school and aren’t in work,” he said.
“The three things we chase for an outcome are either getting a job, going back to school or further training.”
The 10-week program provides training for young people in small groups of up to 10 participants, giving them the opportunity to improve their skills and increase their chances of employment.
The program offers practical outcomes and accreditation, assisting participants in attaining skills and qualifications to assist them in the workforce.
Other skills focussed on in the program include team building, work experience, resume and cover letter writing and interview practise.
“We modify it to suit our participants,” Mr Scott said.
“We’re looking at building on what we have got and spending a bit of time looking at what else we can value add to the program in assisting them to get that first job.”
Minister for Training and Skills Development Lance McCallum announced a statewide investment of $51.7 million in targeted and tailored training and employment pathways.
“Queensland businesses need skilled employees across the board, and we are committed to delivering the training needed in areas of demand,” Mr McCallum said.
“The organisations receiving fundings understand their communities and their workforce needs and can make vital connections between job seekers and employers.
“Skilling Queenslanders for Work is helping people overcome the barriers to participation, to acquire new and in-demand skills.”
Enrolments are now open for 2024, with the program due to commence on January 29.
Participants must be 15–19 years of age and able to commit to a 10-week program 5 days a week.
To find out more, contact Mr Scott on 0448 686 648 or email Rowan Scott rowan.scott@pcyc.org.au.
PCYC Burdekin Get Set For Work Program Coordinator Rowan Scott (left) looks forward to welcoming a new cohort of participants to the program in 2024
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