Transition to Work

What is the Transition to Work Program (TTW)?

TTW is a two (2) year program with the aim of achieving employment for young people with a disability.  The program trains young school-leavers with disabilities to become "employable" through a special course and through hands-on experiences of different workplaces.  The overall aim of the program is for the young participants to successfully secure and keep employment.

Who decides which students can join the TTW Program?

The Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care (DADHC) decides who is eligible.  Each year, while students are still at school, DADHC does and assessment of individual students and determines who has eligibility.

How can the young person get an assessment?

Speak to the young person's teacher or careers advisor.  Staff from Essential Personnel can also give you information to assist you in the process.

What is the assessment all about?

The 2008 Post Schools Programs Eligibility Assessment includes: questions about the person's abilities in daily living, self care and their behaviour, and any additional information about the needs of the young person.

When does the assessment take place?

In 2008, between May and June, a trained assessor will conduct the assessment.  Consent by the young person or parent/guardian must be given before an assessment can take place.

When do you find out if you have been successful?

The Department of Ageing Disability and Home Care will advise you of an outcome in September 2008.

If you are successful - then what?Then it's time to choose a Service Provider. 

Essential Personnel provides Transition to Work Programs in Wollongong, Bomaderry, Mittagong and Goulburn.

Where can I get additional information?

Contact Essential Personnel on 1800 243 513 and we will send you our flyer which provides you with information about Essential Personnel and the service we can offer you.  We welcome you to also phone our office and speak to one of our helpful staff.  Information is also available on the DADHC website www.dadhc.gov.au and follow the links to People with a Disability/Post School Programs.

 

For contact details or to send an email to any of our offices go to our Contact Us page.