Since Mary finished high school 10 years ago, she has had depression and lacked the confidence to work. Her recovery has been difficult and she has had many frustrations.
Mary had two jobs that only lasted for a few weeks which, because of her depression, didn’t work out.
‘I wanted to work so much…I got really unwell and lost my confidence’, Mary said.
Then Mary was introduced to her local Disability Employment Services provider, Ruah Workwright, who taught her how to look for jobs, write a resume that highlighted her abilities, understand what employers look for and how best to present her skills in interviews.
By receiving support from her employment coordinator, Cerredwyn, and with support from her family and friends, Mary was able to regain her confidence.
She enrolled in a TAFE retail course and also started part-time work at Coles as a register operator.
Mary’s job at Coles is a dream come true, but Cerredwyn has also helped Mary think about her options if the job does not work out. A job search and study plan are a back up plan for Mary should they be needed for any reason.
‘I’ve also learned so many skills. These have helped me get the job at Coles. But also I now know how to keep myself on track if things go wrong.’ This statement is an indication of the positive attitude Mary has developed as a result of the support she has received through her connection her local Disability Employment Services provider.
If you have had depression or have lost your confidence looking for work, your local Disability Employment Services provider can help. Thinking of your options and making a back-up plan can also give you more direction.
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