Success Stories

Disability inclusion is about creating an inclusive workplace where people with disability feel welcome, comfortable, supported and seen.  Environment plays a huge role in a person with disabilities success at work. Andrew has autism and an intellectual disability diagnosis.  Recently, with the support of CVGT Employments Specialist Disability Employment Team (SDET) he started working at…

Single mum Melissa joined the CVGT Employment ParentsNext program looking for support to “find a job that I am passionate about.” Returning to work after being a stay-at-home parent   Melissa’s youngest child had just started school and like so many parents of school aged children she needed job flexibility.   Together, Melissa and her ParentsNext Transition Support…

International Day of People with a Disability (IDPwD) is on Sunday 3 December 2023.  Table of ContentsWhat is IDPwD?Why does CVGT Employment celebrate IDPwD?Our services support people with disability to find meaningful workWorking together is what makes the difference for our communitiesNot every disability is visible, some are hiddenHow we’re celebrating IDPwD in our communitiesOur…

Here at CVGT Employment we support people from a whole range of different backgrounds to find meaningful work. Many of those we work with come to us to get the guidance and encouragement they need to get their careers back on track. Jade is a great example of how we can help, having struggled to…

Neighbourhood houses are crucial organisations doing important work in houses in local communities across Australia. They provide education, support and friendship to a diverse range of people in big cities and small towns. At Ararat in western Victoria, the local Neighbourhood House is also providing meaningful employment to Belinda, who first connected with us at…

Like many of the people we support here at CVGT Employment, Emma struggles with a mental health condition and a lack of confidence. When she connected with our Albury team, Emma also wanted support to develop her skills to better prepare her for re-entry to the workforce. Consultant Adele found the perfect way to address…

From facing criminal charges and mental health issues, the road to success has not been easy for Second Chance participant *Cam. But with the right support and mentoring from CVGT Employment mentor Kelly, he’s now the proud owner of a car detailing business. Getting connected to the CVGT Employment Second Chance program At 21 years…

As they were for many people, the COVID-19 years were tough for Mark.  Feeling isolated, battling poor mental health and struggling with addictions, Mark worried he might never find employment again.  But with bucket loads of determination, resilience, and support from CVGT Employment, he is taking huge strides forward.  Mental health support The first step…

Conroy, CVGT Employment Workforce Australia participant, has been living on the streets in Wodonga. Thanks to the Albury Wodonga Community Chest Incorporated, who made a generous donation to CVGT Employment, he now has a sleeping bag backpack swag to keep him warm at night. I’ve been so cold. To keep warm at night, I’ve slept…

The CVGT Employment Mildura office recently ran the ‘Ready, Set, Go! program’, a unique motivational and educational program designed to inspire Workforce Australia job seekers who are having difficulty finding or sustaining long-term employment. The program, developed and delivered by Back2Work allied health professionals and Humanity Code Accelerators, teaches job seekers the skills they need…

Grace is a quadruple amputee, having contracted meningococcal when she was just a baby. Now 26 and fully independent, Grace spends her free time volunteering at the local animal shelter. “Growing up with animals, I have always loved spending time with them,” Grace says. In October 2022, Grace connected with CVGT Employment’s Disability Employment Service…

Mark who is Autistic, has battled mental health struggles his whole life. In a dark place and needing support, Mark connected with CVGT Employment Disability Employment Services in 2022. Four months ago, he found meaningful work at Battery Service Australia Pty Ltd, thanks to the support of the CVGT Employment Wodonga team. “It’s given me…

For Jordan, being an unemployed single mum of two boys came with many financial challenges –paying bills, rent and putting food on the table. However, she was determined to return to work to improve her family income, she just needed some support to get there. Jordan joined the CVGT Employment ParentsNext program in October 2022….

A terrible work experience stripped Karen’s confidence away. Suffering poor mental health, she became reliant on social welfare for 12 years. She recently found the perfect job at Thomson Linen Company and couldn’t be happier.  After connecting with the Workforce Australia team CVGT Employment in Mildura, she met employment skills mentor Danella who developed a…

Alanna finally found the right balance, juggling motherhood, starting a personal training business and teaching fitness skills to kids.   CVGT Employment first met Alanna when she joined the ParentsNext program at the Ringwood office. Returning to work after becoming a parent Wanting to explore a new career path after being a stay-at-home parent her…

After a debilitating neck injury in 2018, Greg was left bedridden. “I was lifting one day and the next day I woke up and couldn’t move,” Greg, Disability Employment Services participant says. “My C6-7 disc in my neck popped out and was pushing on a nerve that runs down my arm and into my finger….

Tracey is a vibrant mum who has lived a remarkable journey to become a CVGT Employment ParentsNext Transition Support Coach, inspiring other parents to conquer hurdles and pursue meaningful employment opportunities. “[Being a single mum] was a tough time on so many levels,” Tracey says. “My son Chris was five years old when his dad…

Chloe is Autistic, and like so many Disability Employment participants she faced difficulties finding the right job. However, in a heart-warming tale of serendipity Chloe was offered a customised permanent part- time administration assistant position with the Snowdome Foundation in August 2022, aiding in the fight against blood cancer. Chloe gets connected through work experience…