The Australian Public Service Commission (APSC) has launched a special traineeship program for new entry-level members of the APS with disability.
Called NextStep, the new program will give people with disability the opportunity to gain ongoing employment in one of several APS Agencies through a single centralised recruitment process.
APSC says the trainees will take part in a 12-month program to develop the skills necessary to progress through their careers.
It says those who successfully complete the program will earn a Certificate III in Government, equipping them with a range of skills that allow them to succeed in the workforce, while also providing a starting point for further development of their capabilities.
“Completion of this course will provide participants with the skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders, apply best practice in ethical and legislative standards, and develop sound decision making and problem solving skills,” the APSC says.
“This program will support participants in a safe and sensitive environment.”
It says that to be eligible for the 2018 intake, applicants must be Australian citizens; have successfully obtained a Year 12 Certificate or higher between January 2014 and February 2019 and have a disability.
Applications open on 28 May and close on 1 July and following assessment, successful trainees will begin work in their Agencies in November.
APSC says the NextStep team will offer friendly and professional support throughout the process and more information is contacting NextStep at [email protected].
