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Which Way? Getting Ready for Study and Work Tips for Indigenous young people who have a disability or chronic medical condition
Which Way?Getting Ready for Study and Work
Tips for Indigenous young people who have a disability or chronic medical condition
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Acknowlegments
This workbook was based on the Get Ready for Study and Work developed by Nicole Ison and Catherin Gasparini, from the Western Sydney National Disability Coordination officer (NDCO) Program. The NDCO Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace relations.
The Get Ready for Study and Work resource was developed using evidence from research and best practice, and with input from a wide variety of stakeholders. The authors gratefully acknowledge the input of NDCOs form around Australia, Teachers/Consultants from TAFE NSW, Disability Advisers from NSW universities, Support Teachers (transition) from NSW Department of Education and Training and other valued stakeholders. For further information on the Get Ready for Study and Work resource go to http://pubsites.uws.edu.au/ndco/
For more information about this workbook, please contact:
National Disability Coordination Officers210 Ross River Rd,Aitkenvale, TownsvillePhone: (07) 4727 2615 or (07) 4727 2608www.ndco.stepscs.net.au
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Notes
Use this space to write ideas, information or questions
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Contents
Acknowlegments...........................................................................2Top Tips.........................................................................................5Start Now......................................................................................6All About YOU!...............................................................................7Who’s Round...............................................................................10My Choices..................................................................................12I can already do..........................................................................14Planning......................................................................................16Helping Hands.............................................................................18Have a go!..................................................................................20Rights and Responsibilities.........................................................22Legend!.......................................................................................24About Us.....................................................................................25University Contacts.....................................................................26TAFE Qld - Disability Services.....................................................27TAFE Qld - Indigenous Support....................................................28Who to talk to about Jobs............................................................29
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Top Tips
1. START NOW!Starting as early as possible gives you time to work every- thing out
IMPORTANT!!!
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Start Now
What do you want to do after school?
There’s alot to think about so the more time you have the better your chances toachieve your dreams (and it will be less full on along the way!).
❏ TAFE❏ Other training❏ Uni❏ Apprenticeship❏ Traineeship❏ Own Business❏ Work for Someone❏ Volunteer
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All About YOU!
YOU are a great person.There is no-one else quite like you!
What is important to me?
What things am I good at?W
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Now think ahead a few years....
All about you
(Continued)
Where would you like to live?
What type of car/vehicle do you want to
have? Will you have a family?
Will you a few or many friends?
What do you want to do in your spare time?
What else would you like in your life?
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All about you(Continued)
You have been thinking about WHAT you want, Now HOW will you make this happen?Write or draw some ideas here
Your disability or medical condition can be something extra to think about when looking to yourfuture. Think if you have help now or have to do things in a different way...
?Will you still need this when you go on to study or work?
?Will you need different types of help to study or work?
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Teachers
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Community Members
Also other people who have a disability or medical condition like yours and people already linked into the study or work you are thinking of.
See the back of this booklet for contact details of people who help out at TAFE, Uni and with getting into employment.
Who’s Round
Who Can Help Answer Your Questions?GuidanceOfficers
Who else may be able to help you?
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Write some questions you could ask here:
► If I do this study or job, will it help get other jobs?
Who’s Round?(Continued)
Questions Questions!There is alot to know about each choice you are considering so it might help to write down somequestions that you have - there are some to get you started
► What’s a usual day like?► What do I need to do now to get to the study or work I want?► What do others say it is like doing the study or work I am thinking of?► Can I study/work from my home town or would I have to move?► Will I go full time or part time?► What skills do I need to get better at?
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My Choices
What Do i like?
Inside Outside
Working with my mind Working with my hands
Working with peopleWorking with technolog
y
Working with animals
A bit of both? The same? Mix it up?
There are jobs you may never have heard of, but might like so it’s important to have a good look around. A great starting point is to have a look at websites thet lets you work out more of what you might like. A good example of this is:
www.myfuture.edu.au
A list of other websites that might be useful are on the Career Information flyer for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander People:
http://www.deewr.gov.au/Schooling/CareersandTransitions/ CareerDevelopment/Resources/Pages/CareerInfoFlyers.aspx
Check out people in ‘Ace Day Jobs’ to find out what different jobs are really like:http://www.abc.net.au/acedayjobs/ (Job Match)
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One story:
A friend of mine wanted to be a dentist and when one path didn’t work he tried another:
He could have gone into Dentistry at uni but didn’t get in so he did one year in a Science degree and then transferred over to Dentistry.
He might also have done work experience with a dentist or worked in a similar area. Some of these skills might have been recognised towards his Dentistry degree later on – thus giving him a head start and some great people to help him.
My Choices(Continued)
Looking at the path - Which Way is Better?Find out if there are different ways to reach your dream!!
► If I need help with my disability or medical condition which way is best?
► What help would I need on the path I choose?
► Is there a job or some study that I can start with and work my way towards the dream job or education?
► What are the things I have to be able to do for my dream and can I do them? Ifnot – is there a way I can?
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I can already do...
Circle the skills below that you are good at already
Chat with Ideas Get Work well Good on Solve Be a leaderothers organised with others computers problems
How about everyday skills you will need for study or work....
❏ How to get there
❏ What to wear
❏ What to eat and drink
❏ Finding places you need to go to
❏ Arriving on time
❏ Coping with changes
❏ Doing what you are asked to do
❏ Getting information down
❏ Asking for help
❏ Money
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I can already do...
(Continued)
Write or draw some of the skills you might need to work on
Did you know that there are free computer programs which could help you? Check them out at:
http://www.eduapps.org/
One example is MyStudyBar - Check it out today.
►Can read text out to you►Has a talking dictionary►Can help work out a word you aren’t sure how to spell
►AND MORE!
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Store things in a way you can easily find them again
Who do you know who seemson top of things?
Ask them how they do it!
Planning
Use a calendar or a diary to
track due dates or things to
attend
Working out which tasks need to be done first
Being organised can make a huge difference – it can
reduce your stress, help you get a balance between your
study/job and spare time and help you feel in control.
Have a space to study with few distractions
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Planning(Continued)
Sometimes Unis, TAFEs and work can have training in being organised – check them out.
If you are going to TAFE or Uni there are also Disability Advisers who can talk with you andsuggest ways to make it easier for you.
If you intend to access support services keep all your documents regarding your disability ormedical condition in the one place. Examples of some of these documents could be:
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! Your local NDCO can help to find theright person to talk to
Helping Hands
You might want to find someone else who is doingwhat you’d like to do.Ask them if they would like to be your mentor to share what they know.If you can’t find anyone yourself why not have a look on
http://www.youthmentoring.org.au/info-for-young-people.html
Getting help at TAFE or UniIf you are wondering how to make your experience easier why not chat to the Disability Adviser or Officer at the TAFE or Uni you are looking to go to.
It is best to do this BEFORE you begin so if there are things to chase upyou have some time.
Getting help at WorkThe government’s Job Services Australia help people looking for a job, however a Disability Employment Service (DES) can give you additional support and access to training or job opportunities that suit you. They can also work with your boss to help make adjustments so you can do your job well. Centrelink can help you access a DES.
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Anything else you can think of......
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Helping Hands(Continued)
Below are some questions you might want to ask. Don’t forget to let them know you have a disability or health condition and what course or jobs you are interested in.► Can I come and meet you?► Do I need to bring anything with me?► What sorts of adjustments are available to me?► Is there anything extra I can do to help me get into TAFE/Uni or a job?► Can someone show me around before I start?► Are there any groups or mentoring programs that might be useful to link to?
If you find something difficult ask if this is an important part of the course or job eg presentations, note taking. If it is find out if adjustments will be available.
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Helping others at work Work experienceJob
Sport ArtSchool or community groups Cultural activities
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Getting awards
Have a go!
Write or draw some of the activities you do now
! Every activity you do helps you gain skills that can help in your study or job.
These activities give you knowledge of what to do in a certain job.
These activities can show that you are creative or reliable or that you can work with others and are willing to practice to get good.
Getting awards can demonstrate your commitment and skill in a certain area.
What’s stopping you? How can you get around these
! Sometimes you will find people who can help you with these. Rememberto be respectful when asking and if nothing can be done so be it for now - things may change later!
Remember the skills you wanted to work on for reaching your dream (p15) ...what might help you get these?
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Have a go!
(Continued)
Can you think of other activities you could do that might be useful.....
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Rights and Responsibilities
Schools, TAFEs and Unis also have a responsibility to enable a person with a disability to participatein education the same as everyone else.
This means that they need to make any reasonable adjustments to help you... BUT they can’t help if they don’t know you need it – that’s your responsibility – letting them know.
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! All of us have rights andresponsibilities – it’s just knowing what they are and making sure
Example:You have a right to an education but you also have a responsibility to make the best of it for your future.
NOT FAIR!!!!The Disability Discrimination Act says that people with a disability shouldn’t be treated less fairly than other people even in education, employment, activities and sport.
If you are being unfairly treated say so. If nothing changes you can go to the Australian Human Rights Commission and complain.
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! Did you know you don’t have to tell others unless you wantto access reasonable adjustments OR if there is a danger forothers because of your disability or health condition.
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Rights and Responsibilities(Continued)
To tell or not to tell
It’s totally your choice if you want to tell someone about your disability or health condition. And it’s your choice how much you tell them!
► Who do I tell?► How much do i tell them► Will telling them help me► When should i tell them
If you do want to tell, realise you don’t have to tell everyone at Uni, TAFE or your work. You onlyneed to tell the people who need to know so they can help you out.
Still not sure.... check out the following websitewww.uws.edu.au/ndco/disclosure
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!Get Inspired - Check out other legends
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Preston Campbell. NRL player with
Legend!
! Believe in Yourself!
► Give feedback – let people know when things are going well, as well as when itisn’t. The earlier you let them know, the earlier they can help► Take responsibility – entering the adult world means you need to act like an adult► Stand up for yourself – don’t be afraid to tell people what you need
At University
At TAFE
www-public.jcu.edu.au/study/indigenous-students/student-stories/index.htm
http://www.tafe.qld.gov.au/study_with_us/indigenous/success_stories.html
In Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Vocational Educationwww.training.nsw.gov.au/multimedia/videos/inspirational_stories.html
Generalhttp://www.abc.net.au/indigenous/local_heroes/default.htm http://generationone.org.au/your-stories
Mark Olive Austalia’s most acclaimed Aboriginal chef
16 year old Tahlia Rotumah.
The first Indigenous woman to compete at the Paralympic
Games
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the Gold Coast Titans & Indigenous All Stars captain
About Us
The National Disability Coordination Officer program works toward the Australia-wide coordination and delivery of support services for people with disabilities that are, or will be attending, university, TAFE or other training organisations.
The NDCO program aims to:
• Improve transitions for people with a disability from their school or community intopost-school education, training and subsequent employment
• Increase participation by people with a disability in higher education, vocational education and training and employment
• Establish better links between schools, universities, TAFE colleges, training providers, employment services, employers and disability service providers so that they can work together to provide the best possible assistance for people with a disability.
To find your nearest NDCO go to http://www.deewr.gov.au/Skills/Programs/Support/NDCO/where/
Pages/WherecanIfindanNDCO.aspx
The Queensland contacts are listed below:
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University Contacts
GRIFFITH UNIVERSITYDisabilities Service Officers:
• Nathan and South Bank CampusesTel: (07)37355493
• LoganTel: (07) 3382 1267
• Mt.GravattTel: (07) 3735 5669
• South Bank (PCGU, QCA) and Gold Coast Tel: (07) 5552 7147
• Deaf and Hearing Impaired (all campuses) Tel: (07) 3735 5049
Mob: 0409 589 329
UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND (UQ)Disability Advisors
• St Lucia CampusBuilding 21D (accommodation and Careers Service in Building 21C)Tel: (07) 3365 1704 Fax: (07) 3363 1702
• Ipswich CampusRm 2.24, Building 8Tel: (07) 3381 1011 Fax: (07) 3381 1160
• Gatton Campus Morrison HallTel: (07) 5460 1046 Fax: (07) 5460 1040QUEENSLAND UNIVERISTY OF TECHNOLOGY
(QUT)Disability Adviser, Equity Section
• Gardens Point CampusX105, X BlockTel: (07) 3138 2699
• Kelvin Grove Campus C Block, Level 3Tel: (07) 3138 5601
• Caboolture CampusCall 3138 5601 to make an appointment to
UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST
• Disability Services Officer Tel: (07) 5430 1226Fax: (07) 5430 2882Email: [email protected]
JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY
• Disability Resources OfficerTeaching and Learning Development James Cook University, Townsville Room: LA054 (Library)PH. 1800 552 713 FAX (07) 4781 5885
• Disability Resources Officer James Cook University, Cairns PO Box 6811, Cairns, Q. 4870
CENTRAL QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY
• Equity & Diversity Officer (Student Services) Tel: (07) 4930 9263 Mobile: 0413 922 382 Fax: (07) 4930 9119Campus: Rockhampton
• Disability and Intake Officer (Student Support) Tel: (07) 4930 6392Fax: (07) 4930 9119
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN QUEENSLANDDisability ResourcesToowoomba Campus – G Block, Student ServicesPh: (07) 4631 2372
Fraser Coast Campus – A Block Ph: (07) 4120 3125
Springfield Campus – Level 3, Main Building Ph: (07) 3470 4400
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
• Disability AdviserBrisbane Campus (McAuley at Banyo) PO B0x 456 Virginia, Qld. 4014Tel: (07) 3623 7248 Fax: (07) 3263 7326Email: [email protected]
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TAFE Qld - Disability Services
Institute Campus Phone / FaxBarrier Reef PMB 1 TOWNSVILLE DC
QLD 48104750 5652 4750 5606
The Bremer PO Box 138 BOOVAL QLD 4304
3817 3050 3817 3052
Brisbane North Locked Bag 3 EAGLE FARM BC
3259 9262 3259 9070QLD 4009 0408 575 551
(incl TAFE Open Learning) Locked Bag 3 EAGLE FARM BC
3259 9262 3259 9070QLD 4009 0437 829 726
Central Queensland LMB 8065 ROCKHAMPTON QLD 4700
4920 2493 4920 2399
Gold Coast PO Box 5547, GCMC BUNDALL QLD 9726
5581 8410 5581 8546
Metropolitan South PO Box 2614 MANSFIELD QLD
3826 3792 3826 37874122
Loganlea campusMt Gravatt campus 3215 1531 3215 1618Alexandra Hills campus 3826 8422 3826 8388Yeronga campus 3892 0517
Mt Isa PO Box 1612 MT ISA QLD 4825
4744 9900 4744 9979
Skills Tech (Acacia Ridge) Locked Bag 2020 ARCHERFIELD QLD 4108
3244 04703244 0625
3244 0220
Southbank LMB 14 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
3244 50960407 638 827
3244 5449
Southern Queensland PO Box 80 TOOWOOMBA QLD 4350
4694 16130417 010 320
4694 1623
Sunshine Coast SCMC Box 5252 NAMBOUR QLD 4560
5459 31350408 709 432
5459 3156
Tropical North Queensland PMB 1 CAIRNS QLD 4870 4042 2380 4042 2622
Wide Bay LMB 279 MARYBOROUGH QLD 4650
4150 5891
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TAFE Qld - Indigenous Support
Institute Campus PhoneBarrier Reef Burdekin 4752 4240
Bowen and Whitsunday 47204410Townsville City and Pimlico 4750 5221Palm Island 4770 1200Pimlico and Charters Towers 4750 5208Pimlico and Ingham 4750 5208
The Bremer Bundamba, Inala, Springfield and Goodna 3817 3119
Brisbane North(incl TAFE Open Learning)
Bracken Ridge, Caboolture, Grovely, Ithaca (Red Hill),Redcliffe, South Brisbane
3259 9104
Central Queensland Mackay 4940 3345Rockhampton 4920 2706
Gold Coast Ashmore, Coolangatta, Coomera, Ridgeway, Southport
5581 8372
Metropolitan South Alexandra Hills, Annerley, Beaudesert, BrownsPlains, Carindale, Chelmer, Loganlea, Mount Gravatt,Springwood, Yeronga
3826 3868
Mt Isa Mt Isa 4744 9999
Skills Tech (Acacia Ridge) Northside and Southside Training Centres 3244 0472
Southbank South Brisbane 3244 6222
Southern Queensland Nurunderi (Cherbourg) 4169 9999Roma 4620 4203Toowoomba 4694 1733Toowoomba 4694 1867Warwick 4660 4624
Sunshine Coast Caloundra, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Nambour, Noosa, Tewantin
5459 3585
Tropical North Queensland Cairns 4042 26344042 24064042 26474042 26404042 26554042 26354042 2385
Mossman 4098 2000
Wide Bay Bundaberg, Gympie, Harvey Bay, Maryborough 4150 5731
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Who to talk to about Jobs
There is information on some of the options available, including the Indigenous Employment Program which some Job Services Australia can link you with, at the following website
http://jobsearch.gov.au/jobseekerinfo/pages/indigenous.aspx
Centrelink will also be able to help youhttp://www.centrelink.gov.au136380 for the Indigenous Call Centre132490 if you are studying (Youth and Student
services) 132850 if you are looking for a job (Employment services)
To find a Job Services Australia (JSA) or Disability Employment Service (DES) go to: http://jobsearch.gov.au/provider/providersearch.aspx(sometimes you might have to browse or try your postcode instead of town
name)
To find out more about your options download the flyer at http://www.deewr.gov.au/Schooling/CareersandTransitions/ CareerDevelopment/Resources/ Pages/CareerInfoFlyers.aspx
myfuture has information on industries, occupations, study choices, scholarships, education and training providers, videos and more. My Guide helps people to discover jobs that suit them.
www.myfuture.edu.au
Indigenous Cadetship Support links tertiary students with many employers in a cadetship arrangement involving full-time study and work placements. It helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students by providing money to cover living costs while studying, as well as paid work experience in the holidays or throughout the year.
www.ics.deewr.gov.au
Indigenous Youth Leadership Program helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students achieve their educational dreams and to inspire other students by illustrating the successes that can be achieved
www.deewr.gov.au/IYLP
Indigenous Youth Mobility Program supports eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to relocate to one of seventeen locations where they can pursue their education and
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training options to gain a qualification and to take up a job in their home community or elsewhere.
www.deewr.gov.au/IYMP
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