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24.01.2022 A very big Happy 19th Birthday to Savannah, our amazing Business Administration Trainee in Atherton. Sav, wishing you a fantastic day and year ahead from all of the team at VPG

23.01.2022 Take us back to NAIDOC Week 2020 where we celebrated the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through art, activities and inspirational leaders. What an incredible week!

21.01.2022 The Organisation VPG is a leading non-profit organisation committed to improving child and youth Transitions. VPG is looking for dynamic and energetic staff to deliver our Australian and State Government Youth Transition Programs. To find out more about VPG visit www.vpginc.com.au The Opportunity... VPG is growing and has new opportunities in our Cairns Team. These positions are full-time for a fixed term period. You will have an opportunity to assist young people in achieving outcomes across domain areas: 1. Education, Training and Employment 2. Housing 3. Social Inclusion and Participation 4. Health and Well-being 5. Life and Living skills 6. Relationships You will effectively engage, coordinate support and coach young people aged 15 24 years towards achieving their aspirations. About our Thinking VPG uses the concept of Advantaged Thinking to direct the way we work with young people. VPG acknowledges that young people have a vital contribution to make to the social and economic life of our communities and society, and that to do so all young people should have access to the opportunities and social networks that facilitate this social and economic participation. VPG invests in building young people’s abilities, harnessing them for personal as well as social good. The Benefits VPG is offering an attractive remuneration package consisting of salary (range $71,000 - $75,000) commensurate with experience + super and the opportunity to increase the value of your take-home pay with up to $15,900 NFP salary sacrifice options. You will also be provided with the opportunity for ongoing professional development and supervision within a highly experienced team. Role Requirements 1. University Qualifications in Allied Health, Social Work, Education, Behavioural Science, Human Services or a related field would be highly considered. 2. Current QLD Drivers Licence 3. Suitability Card for Child Related Employment & Clear Federal Police Check Applying Role Mandates can be downloaded from our website www.vpginc.com.au All applicants must submit their applications in PDF format, by email to our Executive Assistant, Angela Wienert, [email protected] You will only be considered by providing the following information in your application: 1. Current resume with cover letter talking to the Role Mandate. 2. Copies of all qualifications held. 3. A covering letter detailing your interest in the role. We conduct interviews during business hours 8:30am 5pm. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted regarding their application

21.01.2022 Love is in the air at VPG Today our incredible Service Coordinator says I do Michal, from everyone at VPG we wish you the most magical wedding day and a lifetime of love and happiness Congratulations!

19.01.2022 Share your childhood career dream with us

18.01.2022 WORK EXPERIENCE WORKS Introducing Year 10 student Nakita from Peace Lutheran College. Nakita undertook work experience at Creative House - Cairns where she got to unleash her artistic talents using different resources like concrete, plasticine, fiberglass, balloons, flowers and more. Hoping to pursue a career in the arts after finishing Year 12, this was the perfect opportunity for Nakita to gain firsthand experience in the creative industry. ... Well done Nakita and a big thank you to the Creative House for providing this opportunity

16.01.2022 Supporting young people is what we love

14.01.2022 Heads up Herberton (and surrounds!) We are supporting TRC to host an Ultimate Disc event over the school holidays at Herberton State School P-10 Secondary Campus this THURSDAY, 1 October. Learn how to play from the Queensland Ultimate Disc Team. Anyone from 12 to 25 can give it a go for free! ... RSVP by calling 4091 6411.

13.01.2022 VPG is currently seeking referrals for the Get Set For Work Program in Atherton & Cairns kicking off in October. The program provides intensive employment and training assistance to young people aged 15-19 who have left school early or are at risk of disengaging from education. This is an awesome opportunity to complete accredited training at no cost. Through the program you will: ... Explore career pathways Develop employability skills Prepare for the world of work And have fun! Interested in joining or want to find out more? Get in touch, we'd love to hear from you.

13.01.2022 Learning via real world experiences is one of the most valuable ways to discover your career goals and identify ways you can work towards achieving them. Shout out to Daradgee Welding Works for sharing their industry knowledge and experience with VPG Participants Brenton & Jack. Brenton & Jack expressed an interest in welding work and through this experience they got to learn about the employment opportunities available in manufacturing and fabrication. Their highlight was... getting hands on with the welding torch Feeling inspired and excited for their future, these boys are on the hunt for employment opportunities in and around Innisfail. You’ve got this Brenton & Jack!

13.01.2022 With every new skill, a new door of opportunity will open What skill would you like to learn?

11.01.2022 Shout out to VPG Participant Jared on his new role at Cairns Tropical Flowers VPG had the pleasure of supporting Jared on his journey into employment, PPE gear and all. He was super pumped to start working! Well done Jared.

09.01.2022 Job Jenga, ever heard of that?! It’s a game we play to learn about different jobs, industries and career pathways. Game on!

07.01.2022 Work Experience Works Say a big hello to Year 10 Student Paige from St Mary's Catholic College. Paige had the opportunity to undertake work experience at Star 102.7 Cairns where she got a taste of working life in the media world...and the best part, she got to sing on the radio! Paige is looking to pursue a career in music after school and we hope this experience encourages her to chase her dreams. ... Reach for the stars Paige!

07.01.2022 WORK EXPERIENCE WORKS Say hello to Year 10 Student George from Trinity Bay State High School. Interested in pursuing a career in landscaping after school, George completed his work experience at Limberlost Nursery. Through his experience he gained an insight into plants, landscaping supplies and horticulture Well done George and a big thank you to Limberlost for supporting the work experience program

06.01.2022 Studying without a computer can be challenging at times, but it hasn’t held VPG Participant Tylee back Tylee has been studying Beauty Services full-time at TAFE, accessing computers on campus to complete her studies. To make life a little easier, VPG was able to provide Tylee with her own laptop. Having access to a computer at home is a game changer for Tylee and she is feeling super grateful and excited to complete her studies. ... Keep up the awesome work Tylee!

06.01.2022 Introducing Sue, our Youth Support Officer based at VPG Atherton & Atherton SHS This smart cookie used to dream of being Australia’s first female prime minister. Sue is incredibly gentle, calm and centred, but we’re going to let you in on a little secret she’s a headbanger from way back when. Heavy metal goth music is her jam. We’re still waiting for Sue to give us a demo of her moshpit madness, but we’re happy to wait in hope. Sue, we love your work and we feel very lucky to have you on #TeamVPG

05.01.2022 Problem solving demonstrates creativity, resilience, imagination, lateral thinking and determination - all positive qualities to have in both your personal and professional life. Well done to our GS4W crew for putting their problem solving skills to practice. Awesome effort team

05.01.2022 Do you have a dream job? Something you’ve always wanted to dobut have no idea how you’re going to get there? Introducing Tahnee VPG had the pleasure of supporting Tahnee through education into employment. This amazing young girl had a dream of becoming an Assistant in Nursing, but wasn’t sure how she could achieve this without having completed Year 10. VPG helped Tahnee identify an opportunity to undertake a Certificate III in Individual Support which led to employme...nt within the aged care industry. Securing her Cert. III has allowed Tahnee to continue working towards her dream job, and she is now studying a Diploma of Nursing at TAFE. We are so proud of you Tahnee! You have accomplished so much and we know you are going to achieve everything you set your mind to.

05.01.2022 Want to learn more about the Wuchopperen Health Service Ltd Traineeship Program? Join our Information Session tomorrow. See event details below

04.01.2022 WORK EXPEIRENCE WORKS Introducing Tapas, a Year 10 Trinity Bay State High School student undertaking work experience at Barr St WholeLife Pharmacy and Healthfoods. Tapas has had an amazing time and his host employer has sung praises for his work ethics. After Year 12, Tapas hopes to be a doctor or an actor (maybe both!) and this experience has definitely made him excited for his employment prospects in the future. ... Well done Tapas and a big you thank you to Barr St WholeLife Pharmacy and Healthfoods for providing this opportunity

03.01.2022 Meet GS4W Participant Travis. This legend deserves a shout out for his hard work, motivation and achievements At 15 years of age, Travis wasn’t enjoying school and was referred to VPGs Get Set For Work Program. Through the program Travis juggled part-time work at the local fish and chip shop, GS4W training and work experience at All Vehicle Services. This opportunity has given him the drive to secure a full-time mechanic apprenticeship in the future and we reckon he’s on t...rack for doing just that! Keep up the awesome work Travis. You’ve got this!

03.01.2022 VPG. RECRUITING NOW. The VPG team in Cairns and Atherton are expanding. We are recruiting for: Youth Development Coaches Youth Support Practitioner... Every Family Officer Want to join our team? Head to our website for more details https://vpginc.com.au/work-with-us/

01.01.2022 A special message for Alinta, our lovely Customer Service Officer on the Tablelands. Today is Alinta's wedding day Alinta, VPG would like to wish you much joy, love and happiness on your special day and in the years ahead. A big congratulations!

01.01.2022 Are you following RespectMe? RespectMe is an initiative of VPG and is a youth sexual violence prevention program committed to promoting healthy and respectful relationships to young people in Cairns and the Tablelands. The RespectMe website is NOW LIVE Check it out, follow us and join the conversation.