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Mentoring helps Holly keep up the PACE
PACE applicants are connected with a mentor – an experienced professional – that matches the applicant’s preferred industry, location and goals. Over 16 weeks participants meet with their mentor at least... READ MOREPACE applicants are connected with a mentor – an experienced professional – that matches the applicant’s preferred industry, location and goals. Over 16 weeks participants meet with their mentor at least... READ MORE -
Rising confidence reveals a rising star
Robert from MAX, Naomi and Alaric from Wolfpack Print Alaric was clearly shy but we’ve always had a soft spot for youth and helping them out however we can,” she says. “And when we found out abo... READ MORERobert from MAX, Naomi and Alaric from Wolfpack Print Alaric was clearly shy but we’ve always had a soft spot for youth and helping them out however we can,” she says. “And when we found out abo... READ MORE -
From homeless to home – Jodie’s story
The perfect job Jodie started in the pool attendant role. READ MOREThe perfect job Jodie started in the pool attendant role. READ MORE -
New MAX office opens in Cairns with moving Welcome to Country
“It’s a joy to witness and be part of, it gave me goose bumps,” says MAX Indigenous Mentor and Program Support Eddie Mills. READ MORE“It’s a joy to witness and be part of, it gave me goose bumps,” says MAX Indigenous Mentor and Program Support Eddie Mills. READ MORE -
Lee’s new lease on life after spinal injury
“Not long after Lee started, I visited Panshanger and saw firsthand how confident Lee is in working the various labouring roles across the farm. George shared with me that Lee had quickly learned the inner work... READ MORE“Not long after Lee started, I visited Panshanger and saw firsthand how confident Lee is in working the various labouring roles across the farm. George shared with me that Lee had quickly learned the inner work... READ MORE -
Shaun’s blossoming in hospitality role
Shaun Gray lives in Bundaberg, Queensland. He loves horror movies, video games, board games and has a passion for technology, bowling and fishing. He lives at home with his parents and his much loved dog Roxy. ... READ MOREShaun Gray lives in Bundaberg, Queensland. He loves horror movies, video games, board games and has a passion for technology, bowling and fishing. He lives at home with his parents and his much loved dog Roxy. ... READ MORE -
Susan is answering the call to recovery from PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects around 12 in every 100 Australians during their life*. Susan is one of those. According to Beyond Blue, PTSD is a set of reactions that can d... READ MOREPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects around 12 in every 100 Australians during their life*. Susan is one of those. According to Beyond Blue, PTSD is a set of reactions that can d... READ MORE -
Jasmyne's first job brightens her future
Looking to the future Jasmyne is hopeful she will be able to save money and one day buy her own home. Jasmyne is one of eight customers Emily has supported into suitable roles at the commercial laundry – suppo... READ MORELooking to the future Jasmyne is hopeful she will be able to save money and one day buy her own home. Jasmyne is one of eight customers Emily has supported into suitable roles at the commercial laundry – suppo... READ MORE -
Supportive employer helps Teska flourish
For proud Torres-Strait Islander Teska, a secure job with a supportive employer has given her confidence and helped ease her depression. Since joining MAX, Teska’s team have witnessed and supported her journey... READ MOREFor proud Torres-Strait Islander Teska, a secure job with a supportive employer has given her confidence and helped ease her depression. Since joining MAX, Teska’s team have witnessed and supported her journey... READ MORE -
Peter’s driving towards a brighter future
Peter, 53, has spent many years driving coaches for companies up and down the east coast of Australia. However, an acute case of Bronchitis in 2016 took a heavy toll. His body struggled to recover, and... READ MOREPeter, 53, has spent many years driving coaches for companies up and down the east coast of Australia. However, an acute case of Bronchitis in 2016 took a heavy toll. His body struggled to recover, and... READ MORE -
From MAX customer to MAX team member – Jess continues to shine
Kirsty Brereton is the Business Manager at MAX Warragul and she saw something in the young woman – something underneath Jess’ self-confessed belligerent exterior. READ MOREKirsty Brereton is the Business Manager at MAX Warragul and she saw something in the young woman – something underneath Jess’ self-confessed belligerent exterior. READ MORE -
Raymond secures his future
For 37-year-old Raymond Jones, a combination of physical and mental health issues forced an end to his work as a labourer and forklift driver. Along with his health concerns, Raymond also battled some ... READ MOREFor 37-year-old Raymond Jones, a combination of physical and mental health issues forced an end to his work as a labourer and forklift driver. Along with his health concerns, Raymond also battled some ... READ MORE -
Glenn's lifetime of experience proves handy
“A role came up at a local caravan supplier. Glenn is now working for them as a handyman and loving it,” she shares. READ MORE“A role came up at a local caravan supplier. Glenn is now working for them as a handyman and loving it,” she shares. READ MORE -
Jarrod joins the KFC Family
“The staff and management love having Jarrod as part of the team. He arrives each shift armed with a joke, bringing smiles and laughter to the workplace,” says Amanda. READ MORE“The staff and management love having Jarrod as part of the team. He arrives each shift armed with a joke, bringing smiles and laughter to the workplace,” says Amanda. READ MORE -
MAX Solutions sites recognised for outstanding service
More than 40 MAX Disability Employment Services teams across the country have received five-star ratings from the Australian Government – the highest achievable rating – for outstanding work in their local comm... READ MOREMore than 40 MAX Disability Employment Services teams across the country have received five-star ratings from the Australian Government – the highest achievable rating – for outstanding work in their local comm... READ MORE -
Spinal injury can't stop Russell
Image: Gemma Bond, Russell Wiliams, Kimberley-Rose Lattimer-Goodwin. Russell isn’t letting a spinal injury stop him. With the right attitude and a range of health supports from his MAX team, he is... READ MOREImage: Gemma Bond, Russell Wiliams, Kimberley-Rose Lattimer-Goodwin. Russell isn’t letting a spinal injury stop him. With the right attitude and a range of health supports from his MAX team, he is... READ MORE -
Certificate III turns Teija’s life around
“It’s not a job thought I was going to do. I loved hospitality – being able to serve people and work with people. But now I get to do that – just in a different environment. READ MORE“It’s not a job thought I was going to do. I loved hospitality – being able to serve people and work with people. But now I get to do that – just in a different environment. READ MORE -
Cain’s the new burger king
They practise in different ways and at pace to help Cain stay focused on preparing each order correctly. Secondly, Lauren has connected Cain with a mental health app, encouraging him to take a momen... READ MOREThey practise in different ways and at pace to help Cain stay focused on preparing each order correctly. Secondly, Lauren has connected Cain with a mental health app, encouraging him to take a momen... READ MORE -
Brayden's School Leaver Employment Supports story
Brayden continues to look towards a future in hospitality and while he continues to enjoy working at BOUNCE, his MAX team have also supported him through the completion of his RSA (Responsible Service of Alcoho... READ MOREBrayden continues to look towards a future in hospitality and while he continues to enjoy working at BOUNCE, his MAX team have also supported him through the completion of his RSA (Responsible Service of Alcoho... READ MORE -
Road to recovery – Vocational program at Westmead Hospital helps Ian back to work after traumatic brain injury
Ian Watt, 61, has worked as part of the burial crew team at Castlebrook Memorial Park in Sydney for 24 years and was ‘part of the furniture’ before one day, whilst walking down the road, an accident left him wi... READ MOREIan Watt, 61, has worked as part of the burial crew team at Castlebrook Memorial Park in Sydney for 24 years and was ‘part of the furniture’ before one day, whilst walking down the road, an accident left him wi... READ MORE -
Rabobank and MAX shortlisted for Innovation in Disability Employment Award
MAX is privileged to have been shortlisted with employer partner Rabobank for NESA’s prestigious Innovation in Disability Employment Award. The annual Award recognises businesses that innovate to support ... READ MOREMAX is privileged to have been shortlisted with employer partner Rabobank for NESA’s prestigious Innovation in Disability Employment Award. The annual Award recognises businesses that innovate to support ... READ MORE -
Sweet success for social enterprise
22 March 2021 marks World Down Syndrome Day and we’re delighted to introduce one of our employer partners – Krofne. Krofne, meaning ‘donut’ in Croatian, is a social enterprise focused on providing meaningful e... READ MORE22 March 2021 marks World Down Syndrome Day and we’re delighted to introduce one of our employer partners – Krofne. Krofne, meaning ‘donut’ in Croatian, is a social enterprise focused on providing meaningful e... READ MORE -
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Reunited at work after 20 years
It’s been a long time since Sharleane and her former boss Darrin last saw each other. John Howard was Prime Minister, Cathy Freeman was racing her way into the history books, and Shania Twain was riding high in... READ MOREIt’s been a long time since Sharleane and her former boss Darrin last saw each other. John Howard was Prime Minister, Cathy Freeman was racing her way into the history books, and Shania Twain was riding high in... READ MORE -
Showcasing the Ability in Disability
Thursday 3 December 2020 is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). This year the United Nations is encouraging everybody to come together to celebrate the talent, achievements and... READ MOREThursday 3 December 2020 is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). This year the United Nations is encouraging everybody to come together to celebrate the talent, achievements and... READ MORE -
Rabobank leading the way in inclusive recruitment
Rabobank is one of the world’s largest rural lenders, remaining true to their core mission to create value for their clients, employees and the rural communities where they work. Through an initi... READ MORERabobank is one of the world’s largest rural lenders, remaining true to their core mission to create value for their clients, employees and the rural communities where they work. Through an initi... READ MORE -
Could COVID-19 create more disability friendly workplaces?
COVID-19 might have changed the way we work for good. Twitter recently said it will allow its staff to work from home ‘forever’. Other companies are reporting a surge in employees who aren’t as interested in th... READ MORECOVID-19 might have changed the way we work for good. Twitter recently said it will allow its staff to work from home ‘forever’. Other companies are reporting a surge in employees who aren’t as interested in th... READ MORE -
Delivering Dylan fresh opportunities during lockdown
For Dylan Felton, living with autism means he is highly intelligent, loves movies and with his incredible memory, can recite entire movie scripts from start to finish. It also means that reading and writing can... READ MOREFor Dylan Felton, living with autism means he is highly intelligent, loves movies and with his incredible memory, can recite entire movie scripts from start to finish. It also means that reading and writing can... READ MORE -
MAX Solutions names Woolworths Employer of the Year 2019
Australia’s largest employment services provider, MAX Solutions, has named Woolworths its Employer of the Year in recognition of the retailer’s campaign to promote workforce diversity. The annual award was int... READ MOREAustralia’s largest employment services provider, MAX Solutions, has named Woolworths its Employer of the Year in recognition of the retailer’s campaign to promote workforce diversity. The annual award was int... READ MORE -
MAX paves way for disability employment at Mantra
Four Sunshine Coast residents with disability are set to experience a work ‘try out’ day with Mantra Mooloolaba Beach as part of the national AccessAbility Day program. The program gives employers and people w... READ MOREFour Sunshine Coast residents with disability are set to experience a work ‘try out’ day with Mantra Mooloolaba Beach as part of the national AccessAbility Day program. The program gives employers and people w... READ MORE -
Now Eamon’s back at school … as an after-school care educator!
When a pile of résumés landed on Kellie Bruce’s desk, she had a job vacancy headache. As Director of the Gunn Street OSHC (Out of School Hours Care) service in Bridgewater, Tasmania, she needed someone able to... READ MOREWhen a pile of résumés landed on Kellie Bruce’s desk, she had a job vacancy headache. As Director of the Gunn Street OSHC (Out of School Hours Care) service in Bridgewater, Tasmania, she needed someone able to... READ MORE -
SLES assists Morgan in landing his first job out of school at Bunnings, TAS.
The SLES program gives Year 12 school leavers with disability individualised supports to build their skills and assist them to confidently transition from school to employment. “I’ve got small stature;... READ MOREThe SLES program gives Year 12 school leavers with disability individualised supports to build their skills and assist them to confidently transition from school to employment. “I’ve got small stature;... READ MORE