FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is happening?
Skills and Employment pathway programs and services are changing as the South Australian Government prioritises its Skilling South Australia strategy. Recently, the South Australian Government announced it will focus on activity that delivers outcomes for industry and develops skills for South Australians.
Because of this, the Jobs First Employments Projects Program will close on 30 June 2018. While there will not be a call for JFEP submissions in 2018-19, the SA Government will continue to work with service providers with existing JFEP contracts until they are completed.
Additionally, the Department of Industry and skills will not be entering new funding agreements for Career Services. This means the current Career Services Program currently run by RDA Yorke and Mid North will also cease on 30 June 2018.
Why is this happening?
Recently, the South Australian Government announced it will focus on activity that delivers outcomes for industry and develops skills for South Australians. This has resulted in changes or cessation of existing SA Government funded programs.
I am a current client of Career Services, what does this mean for me?
The Career Services program will cease on 30 June 2018. This means you will no longer be able to access support through the program. If you still require support you should speak with an RDA Staff member on 1300 742 414, or contact the SA Government’s Skills and Employment Skills and Employment Infoline on 1800 506 266 or email workready@sa.gov.au
I am currently involved with a Jobs First Employment Program funded project, how does this change affect me?
The Jobs First Employments Program will close on 30 June 2018 meaning there will not be a call for JFEP submissions in 2018-19. The SA Government will continue to work with service providers with existing JFEP contracts until they are completed.
Where can I go for support, as I am ineligible to access Job Active/DES services?
If you are unsure what support you are eligible for you should contact SA Government’s Skills and Employment Skills and Employment Infoline on 1800 506 266 or email workready@sa.gov.au
How do I go about voicing my concern and disappointment; who do I write/speak to?
For more information or to speak with someone regarding these changes you should contact the SA Government’s Skills and Employment Skills and Employment Infoline on 1800 506 266 or email workready@sa.gov.au .
What does this mean for RDA Yorke and Mid North?
RDAYMN is committed to continuing to support small businesses, employers and job seekers in the disability sector through the Disability Workforce Hub, and will also continue to assist businesses to attract the right skills for their business through our new regional employment project – One Stop Employment Shop.
For more information about the role of RDAYMN, the NDIS Workforce Hub, or our One-Stop-Shop Project please speak with an RDA Staff member on 1300 742 414 or visit our website www.yorkeandmidnorth.com.au