Amber*, 24 years old

Amber's career goal and dream was always to find employment in administration work, however her speech impediment which was impacting her ability to secure employment, and she had unfortunately failed many times at the interview stage
as a result.

Amber was linked to Youth Projects Employment Services, which assisted her in completing an accredited Certificate II in Business Administration. Amber's Youth Projects Employment Advisor also worked intensively with her to build her confidence and help her consider other career pathways.

Youth Projects Employment Services has a specialised Employment Development Officer who works with job seekers and employers to try to create a 'perfect match' between job seekers and employers.

Our Employment Development Officer worked intensively with Amber and found an employer who was understanding of Amber's barriers but also recognised that Amber had many strengths. Our Employment Development Officer attended the first job interview with Amber and was able to assist in promoting the strengths and exceptional personal qualities that would make Amber an excellent employee.

Happily, Amber was offered a Business Administration Traineeship by the employer and commenced early this year. Amber loves her role and is excited to be pursuing her dream of working in Administration. Youth Projects Employment services staff are still on hand to assist Amber and the employer while Amber continues to work.

Recently we received this message from someone we helped. It's always so rewarding to hear how the work we do makes real and positive differences in people's lives. This is, after all, why we're here! Thanks so much Jody* for getting in touch.

"Thank you so much... The only way to show my sincere appreciation is walk into the establishment that's been a very large percentage towards my reality shakeup and show you guys that what you do does change lives in profound ways. Not only have you given me the space and respect to let me get to the point I am at to get ahead without using a cattle prod, your methods have guided me to try and help myself. Whatever training/education you have completed, your boss should regard you as an indispensable asset to your firm. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!"

*Name has been changed