The Department of Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships is contributing to the Australian and Queensland Government Coronavirus (COVID-19) response.
Health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders is a priority, especially for Elders and those with existing medical conditions.
Like most workplaces across Australia, YEP staff are working from home to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
This means there are some changes to the way we deliver our Youth Employment Program (YEP), including to provide more 'virtual' or 'online' assistance.
YEP staff remain committed to providing candidates with every opportunity to secure employment, training or further education. You can still contact YEP officers through phone, email and video calls.
If your job has been affected by COVID-19 or you know someone experiencing work impacts, please visit the COVID-19 jobs hub at the Department of Education, Skills and Employment.
Learn more about COVID-19, including accessing health and support information.
If you develop symptoms including a fever, a cough, sore throat or shortness of breath contact your local doctor or health service, or call 13HEALTH (13 43 25 84).
The Youth Employment Program (YEP) is an employment support program for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are finishing high school and looking for work or considering further education.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a Certificate III or higher, who are not supported by a job agency, can also be supported through YEP.
YEP staff in your region can help you:
To help you get started in your future career, or look into options for further education, our YEP staff will support you with:
YEP is delivered by the Department of Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. We are committed to increasing the economic and community participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders.
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Phone: 13QGOV and ask for your nearest regional office
Email: yep@datsip.qld.gov.au
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