Fees and Finance

BUSY At Work is the contracted provider to deliver this pilot program in the state of Queensland – we are here to support your successful career transition! The program has three entry points:

• ‘Stepping Back In’ provides access to skills and employment assessment services and advice on reentry into the workforce, including suggestions for professional and skills development.
• ‘Stepping Up’ supports carers who have recently returned to the paid workforce with access to advice on advancing or changing their career.
• General entry – access to the program if you are an existing worker in a designated industry.

What does the program involve?

Working one-on-one with a BUSY At Work Career Guide, Participants receive:

• a free skills and employment assessment,
• tailored career advice and coaching sessions,
• a customised Skills, Training and Employment Plan (STEP) in line with your employment goals,
• potential funding of up to $3,000 to support training, if this is the recommendation in your STEP.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the program, you need to:

• have been out of the paid workforce for six
  months or more, and
• have been undertaking caring responsibilities, and
• be looking to return to work or advance your career.
• OR be an existing worker in a designated industry*.