Power of Programs: Employment Programs

Women@Work is a women’s only art-based, educational program to increase confidence and identify the skills you need to obtain employment. The program is suitable for all unemployed women, whether you’ve been out of work for a long time or a short time. Mature women who have never been employed will benefit, as well as young women just entering the workforce.

Women@Work has helped many long term unemployed women to find new motivation and inspiration to succeed in their job seeking. Using art therapy and traditional education techniques, you are guided through self development exercises, discussion and a range of activities.

What topics are covered?

• Personal skills
• Self esteem
• Communication techniques
• Conflict resolution
• Stress management
• Goal setting
• Overcoming fears & barriers
• Employment expectations
• Value of work
• Job & workplace research
• Resume development
• Interview techniques & rehearsals

How long is the program?
Women@Work is a 30 hour program, delivered over 5 days, 9:30am to 3:30pm. Lunch is provided.

Benefits to participants:

• Opportunity to learn and practice the core skills you require for effective job seeking
• The program is run by supportive facilitators who understand the issues that affect a woman’s ability to gain employment
• Each day includes a fun art activity, self discovery and learning about your individual skills and how to apply them in the workplace
• Builds women’s confidence and self esteem and breaks down barriers to employment

What do participants think about Women@Work?
“This course is great. You get to learn a lot of valuable things for when it comes to
looking for work, or even skills to apply to everyday life. I learnt about skills I didn’t
even know I had and it opened my eyes to different avenues to search for work.”

“You can develop your knowledge about jobs and your life. It makes you clear
about your goals.”

“This course provides you with a range of information you need to assist you in
gaining work or study. Also, it’s positive and inviting.”

For more information contact Wendy Looi-Penhall on 8203 9405 or wendy.looi-penhall@ywca.com.au

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Website development was funded by the
Mental Health Council of Australia