Thriving in employment services: your rights; your future

Overview

A guide to help young people starting the job seeking process. They can get support and guidance to find a job from employment services. 

Employment services can help with many things like:

  • figuring out what career paths match interests and goals
  • finding jobs that match skills and what the young person would like to do
  • connecting people with training and skill-building opportunities
  • helping with job applications, writing cover letters and updating resumes.

This guide helps young people to:

  • know their rights and how to speak up for themselves
  • learn how to spot green and red flags when choosing a job provider
  • understand what they need to succeed
  • find opportunities that work for them

An introductory video by the authors accompanies the resource. 

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