Social Work and Community Welfare Careers Expo - Western Sydney University

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Worker’s Name: Dibya Shree Chhetry - Student, Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Organisation/Service/Project: Western Sydney University

Telephone/Email: Mob: 0426387677

• Employment Events/Expos:

Social Work and Community Welfare Careers Expo in Western Sydney University (WSU) is held every year in Building EE Parramatta South Campus of the University. This year the university is hosting it on 5 October 2017, Thursday. 

SWCW Expo in WSU help students graduating in Social Work and Community Welfare from the university to have an understanding of the agencies working in the Western Sydney Region especially in Parramatta. Also this is a good opportunity for agencies to have a stall free of cost and spread the message on what they are doing for the communities. Agencies in the past years also have used the opportunity to find volunteers needed in the agency. Finally it also helps to build good networks with other agencies and prospective workers. 

The agencies are expected to start setting up from 9:00-9:30 am and the stalls will be opened for students from 11:55 amand the expo comes to end at 3:30 pm. Probably pack up might start around 2:45 to 3:00 pm. Universities will provide tables for agencies. It would be great if they register their interest by the mid of next week. 

Also, please see the link for detailed information: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/home/events/social_work_and_community_welfare_careers_expo_2017

Social Work and Community Welfare Careers Expo 2017 ... www.westernsydney.edu.au Western Sydney University is again proud to host the highly successful Social Work and Community Welfare Expo. This year's event will connect Western Sydney ...

Fair Work Ombudsman - information for international students

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Worker’s Name: Jen Sunga | Engagement Officer - Community Engagement Strategic Engagement and Stakeholder Relations Fair Work Ombudsman

Organisation/Service/Project: Fair Work Ombudsman

Telephone/Email: T: 02 9297 9332 | x 29332 - E: jennifer.sunga@fwo.gov.au

Initiative/Project: FWO International Student Engagement Strategy

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

The Fair Work Ombudsman has penned an open letter to
international students, urging them to be aware of their workplace rights
and to seek free help from the FWO if they experience issues while working
in Australia.

The letter addresses some of the barriers students face when seeking
assistance from us and aims to engender trust in the FWO. We want
international students to understand that they have workplace rights, and
that the FWO is here to help them, but more importantly that they can seek
our assistance without fear of their visa being cancelled.

The open letter will be published in selected media outlets, including some
Chinese<https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/our-role/corporate/open-letter-
to-international-students/simplified-chinese>,
Vietnamese<https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/our-role/corporate/open-lett
er-to-international-students/vietnamese> and Indian publications. Our media
release<https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/news-and-media-releases/2017-me
dia-releases/september-2017/20170925-international-students-release>
provides more detail about this and the Strategy.

Next steps
Raising awareness of the FWO (who we are, what we do, and how we can help)
is a key element of the Strategy. New resources are being developed based on
suggestions and feedback received from international students and
stakeholders like you.

AMEP Information Sessions

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Worker’s Name: Myriam Bahari

Organisation/Service/Project: Community Engagement Coordinator

Customer Service and Support Unit Bankstown, Padstow and Lidcombe Colleges

Telephone/Email: T  +61 2 9780 5756 | M 0491 214 933

E  myriam.bahari4@tafensw.edu.au

• English classes/conversation group:

AMEP Information Sessions (flyer attached): Newly arrived migrants are invited to attend an information session on the TAFE AMEP program – find out more about the English courses, times they are offered and how to register. All welcome

TAFE location	Date and time	Room Number
Liverpool	Tuesday 26th September 1.30 – 3.30pm	Music Room Block B Ground Floor
Campbelltown	Wednesday, 27th September 10.30am – 12.30 pm	K.G.23b Block K, Ground Floor, Room 23b
Macquarie Fields	Wednesday, 27th September 1.30 – 3.30pm	H.G.15 Block H, Ground Floor, Room 15
Miller	Friday, 29th September 10.30am – 12.30pm	Bangarra Room, A.G.15
Bankstown	Thursday, 28th September 10.30am – 12.30pm	E.G.08 Block E, Ground Floor, Room 8
Wetherill Park	Thursday, 5th October 10.30am – 12.30pm	J.G.05 Block J, Ground Floor, Room 5
Padstow	Friday, 6th October 10.30am – 12.30pm	C.G.27 Block C, Ground Floor, Room 27

DATE / TIME ROO

COURSE IN HOSPITALITY EMPLOYMENT SKILLS (flyer attached) - This course will give you an understanding of the hospitality industry and the skills needed to work within this exciting and diverse industry. You will have the opportunity to explore further study options upon completion of this course. 1 day per week for 3 weeks at Pratten Park Bowling Club -  Classes held Thursdays between 9.30am and 2.30pm Thursday 5, 12 and 19 October 2017. Students must attend all sessions to complete this course

There are vacancies in our Certificate II in Tourism at both Bankstown and Campbelltown (flyer attached).  This course commences on Monday 16^thOctober, is for 4 days a week from 9.30am to 2.30 pm Monday to Thursday for 8 weeks. Details in the flyer or call Lea Chant  - R/Head Teacher – Travel, Tourism and Events   T  +61 2 9780 5579 | E. lea.chant@tafensw.edu.au        

Statement of Attainment in Floristry at Bankstown Public School Community Hub - one day a week for 7 weeks Thursday 26 October to Thursday 7 December 9.30am to 2pm. Contact Iman Moussa for more details 0423 923 287

Fee free and short courses

·         Fee Free short courses all TAFE locations -  https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/tafe-nsw-course-search?query=fee+free  

·         Fee Free short courses in the south west region - http://swsi.edu.au/fee-freecourses/

·         Short courses – TAFE fees apply https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/tafe-nsw-course-search?query=short+courses

Enrol for 2018

TAFE NSW offers over 1,200 courses with a wide range of study options from online courses to diploma qualifications, training and fulltime education.https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses

Classes start early February – please enquire about the course you are interested in taking enrolments in October for next year!! Come to Customer Services at any of or TAFES to find out more and speak to a teacher.

TAFE NSW DEGREES

TAFE NSW offers a number of degree level courses and higher education options with strong industry links and both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/tafe-nsw-degrees          

free translating service website launch

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Worker’s Name: Jackie Campisi Social Policy Officer - Social Programs & Services

Organisation/Service/Project: City of Sydney

Telephone/Email: 9265 9973

• Skills/Qualifications Recognition-Pathways:

Free translating service website launch

 

Department of Social Services (DSS) has launched their Free Translating Service (FTS)

enabling holders of certain types of visas access to free translating services for key personal

documents. Click here for more information

CERTIFICATE III IN BUSINESS - COURSE

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Worker’s Name: Geoff Kelly

Organisation/Service/Project: Bankstown Multicultural Youth Service

Telephone/Email: Mobile: 0403 569 085 or Email: community@bmys.ngo.org.au

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

Have you any clients who are looking to enter or re-entre the workforce?

We have a Certificate III in Business that is now subsidies by the NSW Government under

 the Smart and Skilled scheme for eligible clients.

Eligibility Criteria:

• 15 years old or over?
• No longer at school?
• Living or working in NSW?
• An Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen?

If you know of clients who would be suitable for this course than ask them to contact me on

Mobile: 0403 569 085 or Email: community@bmys.ngo.org.au

Start date: 11^th September

Time: 9am

Address: Level 1, 6-8 Bankstown City Plaza Bankstown NSW 2200

PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT - FREE PROVIDE FIRST AID COURSE

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Worker’s Name: Fatmata Parkinson

Organisation/Service/Project: initiative of the Multicultural Network, TAFE NSW, Metro Assist, Salvation Army, Canterbury City Community Centre, NAVITAS, Melkite Catholic Welfare Association, DHS Centrelink and CHNC

Telephone/Email: 97962235 – 0449971825 or mcdp@tmn.net.au

Initiative/Project: Canterbury Bankstown Multicultural Interagency

• Classes/workshops:

PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT – FREE PROVIDE FIRST AID COURSE HLTHAID003 FOR JOBSEEKERS AND VOLUNTEERS

Booking is essential. Places are limited. RSVP by Monday 28 August at 12 pm

TUESDAY: 29 August – 9 am to 4 pm

The Cottage, 28 Croydon St. – Lakemba

Please provide USI on contact or go to www.usi.gov.au

Petersham TAFE courses - second semester

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Worker’s Name: Patricia Kenny

Organisation/Service/Project: Petersham TAFE

Telephone/Email: Phone:  9335 2588 (please leave a message if phone is unattended) 

Email: patricia.kenny@tafensw.edu.au  or  patricia.lane1@tafensw.edu.au

• TAFE courses/Workshops:

Cert II Construction – places available, contact Outreach (Thurs and Fri 9:30 to 2:30)

Supporting students to choose a suitable apprenticeship in the construction industry Thurs or Friday at the CEAD centre during school hours. Statement of Attainment 10581NAT (free course)

Upholstery and Upcycling – places available, contact Outreach (Tues 9:30 to 2:30)

Course covers the basics of upholstery and principals of upcycling creating small furniture on Tuesdays at the CEAD centre during school hours. Statement of Attainment 10581NAT (free course)

Intro to Signwriting – places available, contact Outreach (Wed 9:30 to 2:30 CEAD Centre)

Learn simple preparation and signwriting techniques on Wednesdays at the CEAD centre during school hours. Course delivered by Signwriting section)

Microbusiness – places available, contact Outreach

A course for people who would like to explore and plan for developing a small business. Held in the community during school hours. Statement of Attainment 10581NAT (free course)

Cert I Computing – places available, contact Outreach

Computing course for people who wish to build on their basic computing skills on Tues and Wed. Certificate I Access to Work and Training 10583NAT (Fee-free and Sydney TAFE scholarships available)

Web Design – places available, contact Outreach

A project based approach to web design using Wordpress on Tues during school hours. Statement of Attainment 10581NAT (free course)

Urban Food Growing and Sustainable Living – places available, contact Outreach

A hands-on community based course on growing herbs and vegetables, companion planting, bush regeneration and environmental sustainability on Friday during school hours. Statement of Attainment 10581NAT (free course)

Intro to Horticulture – places available, contact Outreach

For people considering a career in nursery work, horticulture, greenkeeping, landscaping, parks and gardens on Wed during school hours. Cert I AWT 10583NAT

Eco Therapy – places available, contact Outreach

Using plant growing and gardening to improve the mind, body and spirit of people of all abilities Course held on Tuesday and Wednesday during school hours. Cert I AWT 10583NAT