<img src="BABI-ORG-TOP.gif?0080BE50" _wpro_src="BABI-ORG-TOP.gif?0080BE50" editor="menumaker"> Welcome to Bayside Adolescent Boarding Incorporated Get Set for Work [FAQs ] [ Legal Rationale | Aims & Objectives | Services | Access | Referral ]
The Get Set for Work Program is a government strategy addressing young people (15-17 years of age) who are either:
GSFW i s a 'safety net program' designed for young people, offering developmental activities and alternative learning and employment pathways in a flexible community setting.
Young people are required by law to be participating in education or training after year 10 till they have gained either:
Queensland Certificate of Education Certificate III Turn 17
Get Set for Work Program : Aims & Objectives
To alleviate long-term unemployment and the resulting factors associated with long term unemployment such as low self-esteem. To provide a pathway either to employment or back into mainstream education and training, such as: To obtain either full-time employment (25+ hours per week), or Part time employment (less than 25 hours per week); Enrolment into VET to gain a qualification; Return to mainstream education.
The GSFW Program offers :
A combination of practically-oriented activities; Social Skills; Literacy and Numeracy training essential for the workplace; Occupational and Vocational skills training related to local employment opportunities; Assistance in job search and employment preparation activities; Job Placement and post placement support.
Access to the Program
Young people, 15-17 years of age:
Who are disengaged from mainstream education; Who are at risk of disengaging from mainstream education; For whom alternative TAFE & school courses are not an option; Who may be experiencing personal & social issues; or Who are attending school irregularly Young people may be referred to the Get Set For Work Program by
Schools Departments of Child Safety &Communities Centre Link Youth Support Workers Family & Self Referral
Other Service Providers
Welcome to Bayside Adolescent Boarding Incorporated
