On February 11th, our Workforce Australia – Transition to Work Participants travelled from Status Morley to attend the Virgin Australia Perth Expo.

Participants arrived at Status Morley at 3pm in all black smart casual, ready to take a taxi into Perth City for a 4pm start.

We are thrilled to share that all the Participants had a blast at the expo! The event started with a talk from Virgin Australia talking about the different departments and the opportunities available. The Participants then made their way around the room to learn more about the different roles available and how to apply for them. The expo was well organised, with the Virgin Australia staff doing an amazing job of answering questions and providing information.

Our Participants were feeling inspired about the opportunities Virgin Australia were offering!

“I’m so excited to hear that lots of Uni students work in the pit crew. I’m looking forward to submitting my application.” – Shiani

“The event is so professional. I’m excited to submit my application to work in Guest Services.” – Victoria

“I’ve applied to Emirates to work as a Flight Attendant but I was declined. I was so upset. Then this opportunity has come along with Virgin Australia. Thank you so much for creating this event and bringing us to this opportunity. I’m really excited to submit my application.” – Muzhgan

“Thank you so much for creating this event and bringing us to this opportunity. I’ve never done anything like this before so it was really nice to feel supported.” – Jazmin

“I’m blown away by how corporate this event is. I’m so excited to submit my application.” – Beatrix

“Thank you so much for creating this event and bringing us to this opportunity.” - Alhan

“I’ve never been to anything like this before. It’s amazing. I think I might want to be a pilot one day.” – Elvira

Our Transition to Work team are looking forward to supporting our Participants with their applications!

Wishing all our Participants the best of luck on their submissions!

Dylan joined our Workforce Australia - Transition to Work program in July of last year, looking for support after his family had moved interstate and he lost a long-term partner.

With the support of Status Morley Link Worker Rebecca and Youth Peer Mentor Sheree, Dylan was provided with the following support:
• Help to update his resume and references
• A referral to access mental health support
• Assistance applying for Centrelink Youth Allowance
• Support to obtain his driver’s license
• Guidance determining his career potential and interests

In September last year, Dylan began a Certificate III in Civil Construction with Training Alliance Group, successfully completing it in December.

Determined to keep progressing, he reached out to the Morley team over the Christmas break for assistance in obtaining his Traffic Controller Tickets. His dedication paid off – Dylan gained employment with PAR Traffic Solutions, becoming one of the first Participants from our Transition to Work cohort to find work in 2025!

The Status team loves having Dylan around, celebrating his achievements, and recently supporting him in sourcing PPE for his course and new role. Since starting work, he’s even picked up a new hobby - singing!

Saphyre joined our Workforce Australia – Transition to Work program in July of last year after a path of hardship from a domestic violence relationship and incarceration.

With the support of Status Morley Link Worker Jo and Youth Peer Mentor Sheree, Saphyre was able to identify and address her barriers and move forward with her dream of returning to Dental Administration.

Though our Transition to Work program, Saphyre was supported to:
• Update her resume and references
• Identify her career potential and interests
• Receive mental health support through a referral to BlueSky Mind Studio
• Access the Work Development Program for assistance paying off court fines
• Attend driving lessons and move towards her Practical Driving Assessment
• Attend Status Job Club and receive support from our Industry Specialist Consultants
• Obtain 5 new workwear outfits through a referral to Dress for Success Western Australia

With the support from Status, Saphyre took steps toward her goal of re-joining the workforce. She completed Barista training with Brew Coffee Roasters and secured a casual role at Market Grounds before setting her sights on full-time employment.

With guidance from her Link Worker, Jo, Saphyre successfully completed her Work Development Program permit hours and began to search for Dental Administration roles - ultimately landing a full-time position in the industry!

Saphyre consistently visits the Status and BlueSky Mind Studio offices to work on overcoming her barriers and building a new life for herself. With a final court hearing this year, the team at Status Morley are so proud of the strength and resilience Saphyre have shown in both her professional and personal journey!

Our Morley Participants have big goals for 2025!

This past January, our Workforce Australia – Transition to Work Participants got to work setting their new year’s resolution with a group art project. The inspirational art piece is now proudly displayed in the Morley Youth Lounge.

Some goals the Participants are on their way towards are:
• Finishing their training and certificates
• Getting their license
• Improving their health and routines
• Gaining employment

Good luck to all of our Participants on achieving their 2025 goals!

On February 4th, our Workforce Australia – Transition to Work Participants were visited by Department of Transport, Western Australia Mobile Team at Status Clarkson for one of the first DOT Days of 2025.

The day was a huge success, with all 10 of our Participants that attempted the learners quiz receiving a pass! Each one of the Participants were very happy to have achieved this big milestone, including Taliese and Lachlan who are pictured.

Congratulations to all the Participants who obtained their learners license, the Status team are so excited for you!

Last Friday, our Workforce Australia – Transition to Work Participants attended an end-of-year Christmas party at Status Morley! Our team worked hard to decorate the Youth Lounge with a Christmas tree, blow-up Santa, Christmas frame and a balloon garland, ready for a festive celebration!

All our Participants and staff had a blast! Attendees enjoyed plenty of delicious snacks and pizza, soon after playing a game of Snowman Toss. There was also a door raffle and lots of music provided by one of our Participants.

A big thank you to our community partners Greenhouse Education, Strategix Training, Department of Education Western Australia and Tracmin for attending the party during this busy time of year!

From all the team at Status, have a happy holidays and safe new year!