We’re proud to be part of Indigenous inclusion and diversity. We do this by helping Indigenous people enter or re-enter the workforce using our tools and support to reach their individual goals.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
HELP respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pay our respects to Elders both past and present. We are committed to work towards a positive future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
OUR GOALS
At HELP our goal is to deliver engaging and relevant programs to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that are about much more than just getting a job. Our range of ‘DEADLY’ programs and business programs run by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Community Engagement Team work with:
Indigenous Job Seekers
Businesses
Indigenous Elders & Mentors
Community Leaders
We aim to build confidence and community awareness through our programs, while giving participants a safe and honest environment to discuss culture and history.
our programs
If you are a job seeker or have a business looking to participate in any of our workshops, please click 'Get In Touch' or register your details and our friendly team will call to discuss options.
Deadly 2 Develop
This program has been tailored to connect Indigenous job seekers with the community and local Elders. We use traditional approaches such as art, music, storytelling and dance to assist with improving job seekers motivation, employability and foundation skills.
Flexible delivery over the course of 1 week, continued support available. (can be adjusted to suit any timeframe necessary for business needs)
Food is provided
Personal one-on-one sessions available for complex needs
Available as a fee-for-service for pre-employment
Provided in-house for registered job seekers
Deadly Network Gatherings (Job Club)
Our gatherings are an open invitation for our whole community to connect directly with Elders, employers, Community Leaders and support services. The ‘Deadly Network Gatherings’ provide a welcoming environment that embraces culture, along with different guests speaking at each gathering.
With support from our community engagement team, Indigenous mentors and direct placement specialists, job seekers have the opportunity to be recommended to local businesses based on their specific skill sets.
What to expect from our gatherings:
Connect with Indigenous employers and services over morning tea
Deadly yarn and story telling
Stay informed on local identified employment opportunities
Engage with Community Leaders and Elders
Indigenous performances
Meet our Deadly HELP Mob
Professional Development for Businesses
HELP was recognised for being the first in Australia to access the staff capability funding to build staff awareness and capabilities when working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. In 2018, we provided staff training to over 120 employees, our workshops can be tailored to individual organisation needs for staff development.
Facilitated on-site or at your organisation, we aim to create a culturally safe environment to take participants on a journey and educate them on the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and histories. Appropriate for small size groups or large scale corporate staff training, this workshop can be tailored to suit your organisational needs.
Transgenerational Trauma Training (3-Day Workshop)
In this program we aim to educate participants on the ongoing effects of past trauma that has been passed on through generations. Through conversation and interactive workshopping we build an understanding of how to approach employees showing signs of disengagement or emotional trauma.
Indigenous Mentoring
Facilitated in addition to our other workshops, our mentoring provides post-placement support for employees for up to 26 weeks. We also offer employer mentoring to assist with staff retention goals. A more holistic approach to mentoring, our team actively takes part in home visits and interacts with family members to better understand and help our participants.
Deadly Women's Business
Designed to help indigenous women enter or re-enter the workforce through building new skills, confidence and overall wellbeing.
Terry-Dee's Journey
Terry-Dee is a perfect example of a job seeker finding value in Women's Business. She thrived throughout her time in the program and developed the confidence she needed to be successful in her role at the Youth Develepment Foundation, improving the lives of disengaged youth in the community. See Terry-Dee's full story.
When asked what the best part of the course was, our participants said:
“Meeting other indigenous women from my area and getting to network.”
“The network of friends. The confidence gained through building relationships and trust.”
Flexible delivery over the course of 1 week, continued support available.
WORKSHOP TOPICS
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Building new skills and confidence
Self-esteem and self-knowledge
Balancing family and work
Health and wellbeing
Financial literacy
Transferable skills
Meal planning
Indigenous first aid
Our 'FEEL good pack'
Interview clothing and shoes
Hair vouchers
Diary/journal
First aid certificate
Lunch provided
Deadly Men's Business
Designed to give Indigenous men a safe and welcoming environment to speak openly and find support from their peers about what’s going on in their lives. Participants can share stories and gain valuable skills and confidence.
Flexible delivery over the course of 1 week, continued support available.
WORKSHOP TOPICS
Men's health and wellbeing
Attitude and communication
Family and culture
Drugs and alcohol
Deadly Choices
Goals and dreams
NOTE: This program is supported by Local Elders, community leaders and support services.
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