MRAEL, part of the IntoWork Group, is thrilled to announce it is now the exclusive provider of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations Parent Pathways program in the Mackay region, and will offer mobile and outreach services.
Parent Pathways is designed for parents and carers of children under six, who are not in paid employment and receive a Parenting Payment, Carer Payment or Special Benefit.
It is a voluntary service tailored to individual needs of parents and carers, offering flexible support with the guidance of a qualified mentor to help them achieve their personal, training or work aspirations.
MRAEL in collaboration with Workforce Australia, Allied Health Partners, Registered Training Organisations and Apprentice and Employment Services, will deliver the service across Mackay with nine outreach servicing locations including Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Moranbah, Nebo, Proserpine, and Sarina.
This will provide families in the Mackay region with access to vital support services, including career guidance, childcare support, Allied Health Services, transport assistance, clothing, financial support, domestic violence support, and additional personalised training programs to improve skills and boost job opportunities.
MRAEL CEO Jason Allen said MRAEL is excited to bring its expertise to the Parent Pathways program, “Our team is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of parents and carers in the Mackay region, helping them build more vibrant futures for themselves and their families,” he said.
“We look forward to sharing more information on the program as we build it out.”
With an impressive track record spanning over 39 years, and as part of the IntoWork Group, MRAEL stands as Queensland’s foremost provider of education, training and employment services. MRAEL controls several entities, all united by the common goal of fostering the growth, development and sustainability of a skilled future workforce.
For more information, go to https://www.mrael.com.au/parent-pathways-program/ or contact 1300 293 020
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