Participant & Resident Stories
Just Better Care support helps rural Victoria woman start early childhood career
Participant & Resident Stories
Just Better Care support helps rural Victoria woman start early childhood career
Participant & Resident StoriesProvider News
Disability Support Guide · 3 min read · 1 day ago
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Key points5 points
- Support that advocates and navigates, rather than just assists, can be pivotal in helping participants achieve career goals.
- The support provided did not require any course modifications, highlighting the value of finding the right fit over creating workarounds.
- Providers can differentiate themselves by offering advocacy with training organisations and helping participants understand accreditation requirements.
- This example illustrates how person-centred support can lead to meaningful employment outcomes for participants in rural areas.
- For providers, this story reinforces the importance of listening to participant goals and actively facilitating connections with educational institutions.
Summary
A Just Better Care client in rural Victoria, Jess, wanted to work in early childhood education but found navigating training options overwhelming. Her support worker advocated on her behalf, connecting her with a registered training organisation and helping her choose the right pathway. Jess is now enrolled in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care with a local placement. The story underscores the importance of person-centred support that focuses on advocacy and navigation rather than modifying courses, offering a model for providers to emulate.