Program Elevate

Transition from supported employment to open employment offers a unique transformative experience focused on skill development, career goals, and employment opportunities for people with disability.

Expected Outcomes

  • Participants will gain valuable paid work experience that enhances their resumes and further develop their skills.
  • Participants will build confidence in their abilities to work independently.
Flowchart showing Hotel Etico's Independence and Graduate Programs. It details timeline, training, employment opportunities, and transition support for individuals with disabilities.

Professional Skill Development

Hands-on training in hospitality, tourism and customer service, equipping participants with valuable skills that are transferable to many career paths.

Personal Growth

Beyond professional skills, the program emphasises personal development, encouraging participants to build confidence, independence, and social skills, which are crucial for both personal and professional success.

Social Impact

Beyond professional skills, the program emphasises personal development, encouraging participants to build confidence, independence, and social skills, which are crucial for both personal and professional success.

Supportive Environment

The program is designed to provide a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages participants to challenge themselves, take risks, and step out of their comfort zones in a safe and supportive setting.

Making A Difference

Your participation directly supports Hotel Etico’s mission to provide meaningful employment and training opportunities for people with disabilities, making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact: elevate@hoteletico.com.au

Key Features of the Program

Phase 1

Preparation

Participants will engage in a series of workshops focused on job readiness skills and professional etiquette. They will receive personalised career counselling, guidance, and a tailored career plan to identify their skills, interests, and goals. The program includes opportunities to attend local networking events , allowing participants to connect with potential employers. Additionally, they can experience real work environments through job shadowing opportunities. To ensure a supportive and inclusive experience, we provide disability awareness training to businesses, ensuring participants receive the necessary support from the start.

Training And Development

We offer a variety of training programs tailored to the needs of each candidate, covering sectors such as hospitality, tourism, and office environments. The program includes a set schedule of training sessions, simulated work environments and opportunities for on the-job training through our extensive employment partner network.

Phase 2

Placement And Support

We collaborate closely with employers to identify and redesign job opportunities to suit participants’ needs. Our support extends to job placement and the onboarding process, providing ongoing job coaching and training. We maintain regular communication with employers to ensure the success and sustainability of the placements.

Cohort Size and Frequency
  • 3 graduates per week
  • Fortnightly
  • Monday from 9.30am, Tuesday all day and Wednesday until 11am
Training
  • The program will include, as needed, additional training sessions to enhance the skills and employability of the graduates.
Support and Supervision
  • A support worker will be available overnight at the Academy to assist with Independent Living needs.
  • No support worker supervision during the day at the Academy, encouraging independent living.
  • Hotel staff provides supervision related to work duties.
Funding
  • There is no cost to participate in the program as we have funding from the Department of Social Services Structural Adjustment Fund. However if a support person is required to support the participant participating in the work shop and for employment, this would need to be funded by the participant.
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