Laura’s pathway to employment in the insurance industry

by ashleigh | Oct 28, 2024 | Connect, General

Laura is an Administration Coordinator in Allianz’ Dispute Resolution team – a role which requires problem-solving skills, resilience and stress management, particularly at busy times! Laura was one of the first trainees at Jigsaw Melbourne (she joined online...

Fighting Chance launches Mini Woolies, empowering Jigsaw participants with retail skills

by ashleigh | Oct 16, 2024 | Academy, General

Woolworths Australia has partnered with our parent company, Fighting Chance to open our very own Mini Woolies at Plus, in Frenchs Forest. This innovative learning space will empower individuals with disability from Jigsaw as well as our sister enterprise, Plus, to...

How Nathan’s Jigsaw experience is paving the way to a career in maintenance

by ashleigh | Sep 27, 2024 | Academy, General

Update: Nathan has secured a Christmas casual role at Bunnings Hawthorn – we are all very proud of him! Nathan’s long-term goal is to become a handyman, and his current role as a paid trainee at Jigsaw is preparing him for that dream, providing opportunities for...

Skills spotlight: Feedback, Accountability and Goal Setting

by ashleigh | Sep 24, 2024 | Academy, General

At Jigsaw, the path to mainstream employment starts with Jigsaw Academy. Here, you’ll develop important skills for the workplace through personalised discussions and group sessions. Our curriculum includes skills to prepare you for various jobs in your chosen field....

What is a support plan, and do I need one when transitioning to mainstream employment?

by ashleigh | Sep 24, 2024 | Academy, Connect, General

Transitioning to mainstream employment can be exciting yet challenging, especially for people with disability. One tool that can make this shift smoother is a well-designed support plan. What is a support plan? A disability support plan is a document that details any...