CAREER
LAUNCHPAD
WHAT IS CAREER LAUNCHPAD?
AT A GLANCE
- School leavers (years 10-12)
- A person with a disability
- Not eligible for an NDIS funded plan
steps to
developing independence
HOME & LIVING SKILLS
Practical skills to help you live independently
EDUCATION
Finding suitable courses to help achieve your goals
EMPLOYMENT
Skills and training to help you understand the workplace
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Building resilience to look after your physical and mental wellbeing
CONNECTIONS
Skills to help you communicate in the workplace and build relationships
COMMUNITY ACTION
Working with the community to build stronger and inclusive workplaces
How it Works
What to Expect
Your very own Youth Development Coach will work with you weekly to develop a plan centred on your goals and needs, while you also get to join small group sessions.
The program will be delivered over four phases:
- Guidance and exploration of strengths and talents
- Preparing you for the workplace
- Explore work opportunities that match your goals and skills
- Ongoing support for your journey
Services Included
While the program will be tailored to your individual needs and goals, some of the services you may expect include:
- Developing Independence workshops
- Travel training
- Industry tours
- Cooking skills
- Budgeting and managing your money
- Workplace norms
- Understanding your workplace rights and responsibilities
What you will Gain
In Career Launchpad we’ll help you plan your goals, build confidence, and develop your skills. YouthWorX NT is more than just a government-funded service provider – we’re genuinely invested in your success. As a Career Launchpad participant, you can expect to gain the following:
- Increased ability to live independently and apply self-care
- Confidence to join the workforce
- A nationally-accredited Certificate I in Developing Independence
- An understanding of how things work in the workplace
- A turbo-charge of your life skills, including communicating with others and dealing with challenges
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the answers to questions we are often asked. If you can't find the right answer here, please don't hesitate to call or email.
Career Launchpad is fully funded by the Department of Social Services, so there is no cost to you.
There is no set age bracket. You just need to be a recent school leaver who has finished at least year 10.
The program is available to school leavers from years 10 to 12 who have a diagnosed disability, but are not eligible for NDIS.
The program generally runs for 9-12 months, depending on the start date. It finishes in September of each year.
Once you have the finished the program you will receive a Certificate I in Developing Independence.
The program is designed for people who need help getting ready for work but don’t qualify for NDIS or don’t have an NDIS plan. We will be able to assist you to explore your options.
Our Heroes
Wesley’s Story
Wesley moved to the NT with his grandmother just before the Covid19 lockdown seeking a carpentry apprenticeship. After hearing about YouthWorX NT on the radio,
Menzies School of Health & Research
The report provides an independent qualitative evaluation of the program based on group discussions and interviews with Career Launchpad participants, parents of participants, a participating
Lachie’s Story
Lachie joined the Career Launchpad program in October 2019. Lachie was fresh out of year 12 at Taminmin High school in the rural area of
