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Care2Work Project
Care2Work Project
Care2Work is a Carer Investment Program that aims to build carers’ capacity to engage in paid work of their choice through provision of holistic, carer- focused employment support.
Individual support is available to carers and former carers in NSW, based on assessment and need and includes:
- Career coaching
- Assistance translating caring skills into workplace skills
- Resume development and review
- Linkage and referral to training programs, supports and carer-friendly networks
- Practical tips and strategies for carers navigating work and caring.
In addition to individual support, the Care2Work project is working to build relationships with employers and employment networks to raise awareness of carer needs and strengths in the workplace and further develop the platform of support for carers’ in employment.
For information and referral contact Care2Work Project Officer Alex Whyte on 02 92804744 or email alexandraw@carersnsw.org.au
The Carer Advantage: A webinar series empowering carers to achieve work goals
Carers NSW and TAFE NSW are collaborating to deliver a new monthly webinar series aimed at converting caring skills into education and employment pathways.
Get the carer advantage
Join co-hosts Tracy (TAFE NSW Carer to Career Program) and Alex (Carers NSW Care2Work Project) as they explore opportunities for carers to utilise their lived experience, and excel in work and business.
Guest speakers
Hear from carers from a range of different employment settings, as they offer practical tips and strategies for navigating caring and work.
Webinar series program
- 12 January 2021 10am to 11am Keeping Informed - 2020 Carer Survey results and service updates
- 9 February 2021 10am to 11am Young carers and their journey
- 9 March 2021 10am to 11am Recognition of lived experience
- 13 April 2021 10am to 11am Live well, insight into health issues and ways to manage as a carer
- 11 May 2021 10am to 11am Positive pathways for mental health carers
Register today
Visit the link below to register and to receive full series details
eventbrite.com.au/e/the-carer-advantage-webinar-series-tickets-113718910322
For more information
Alex Whyte, Carers NSW
02 9280 4744