Australians are urged to take simple steps to better protect themselves from common online threats and cybercrime during Cyber Security Awareness Month during October.
Personal Cyber Security: First Steps
Author: Sandra Harries
Sydney Metro Pre-Employment Program
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Mohamad’s Story: A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity
“It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity, a great experience. I’m learning so much,” said Mohamad, a participant in Sydney Metro’s Pre-Employment Program (PEP) who secured ongoing employment.
Meet our team: Scott Morton
“I love connecting with different types of people from all walks of life. My passion is getting to know who they are and what they can do.” Scott Morton is a Senior Employment Consultant in our Disability Employment Services (DES) program. He says his passion for working with people with disabilities came from spending his gap year in England.
Meet our team: Erin Mathews
Erin Mathews, one of our Work Retention Officers in our Centralised Services team was heading down the career path of teaching, when she “switched her thinking” and chose Employment Services instead.
Meet our team: Tanya Fraga
“I thrive on the face-to-face interaction that comes with my role. I like being able to get to know each job seeker individually. By understanding their story. I know what they need to be successful before commencing employment.”
GSPlus: Confidential Support During Lockdown
Our GSPlus telehealth service, in partnership with Uniting NSW/ACT, provides our job seekers with quick and free access to a range of qualified allied health professionals, including registered psychologists, via phone or video.
Meet our team: Ven Panicker
“This lady did not know us, we were not even from the same country and yet she decided to help us, so I decided to help others.”
Ven Panicker is Global Skills Regional Marketing Coordinator and remembers his decision to move from a product orientated career to one that is human centred, thanks to the kindness of a stranger.
Amanda’s Story: Global Skills Found the Perfect Employee for Us
When Amanda needed someone to fill her position while she was on maternity leave, she wanted to ensure her role was in good hands.
Angelica’s Story: “Stay Persistent and Remain Confident”
“Stay persistent and remain confident that you will find a good job, it’s for your future and for that of your children,” said Global Skills job seeker, Angelica Adrias.