Damien was actively looking for an opportunity to prosper in employment, and when he realised that he needed help, he turned to Mobo’s Employment Services office in Edwardstown to support him.

Damien had tried to find meaningful work alone, and experienced just how hard it was to get his foot in the door, and how disheartening it is to make it to the interview stage, then hear nothing back afterwards.
With determination to succeed, Damien and the team at Mobo worked together, completing reverse marketing activities to find suitable employment for Damien where he could prosper. Eventually finding a position for Damien as a casual cleaner, but our story doesn’t end here.

Despite being happy in his new role, his communication style clashed with his employer, and in the early days of his employment, his job was at risk!

Determined for this chance to prosper in employment to work out for Damien, the team at Mobo worked closely with him and his employer, working through the issues that Damien and his boss had.
During this time, Jody, his Employment Services Officer (ESO) provided on the job support by accompanying Damien while he was at work – many times beginning the day at 4:30 in the morning! Working with Damien closely to coach him on the behaviours and communication styles that are expected in the workplace.

We can’t forget to mention that Damien’s employer saw his potential and was just as determined to keep Damien on as he was to succeed! His employer was understanding and compassionate of the struggles that Damien faced as he learned what was expected of him while on the job. Supporting him to grow and succeed where so many other employers might’ve simply said that it was too hard.

As a result of the coaching, and the ongoing support of his employer and Jody, Damien has transformed his character in the workplace, meeting and exceeding the expectations of his job, and quickly tracking towards his sixth month of being empowered in meaningful employment.

Damien’s employer has been so impressed by his transformation, that Damien has been offered a permanent part time contract as part of the team! An incredible turnaround from the early days in his employment!

Damien has expressed just how happy he is to be working, and to be experiencing the purpose and empowerment that comes with being employed in a role that works for him! He’s told us that it’s given his life a good and proper direction, and he can see his bright future in the near distance, all of which means the world to him!

Damien has worked incredibly hard to get to where he is today, with the support of the team at
Mobo and his employer, he is on track to experience meaningful success and prosperity in employment which anyone should be proud of! If you are like Damien and need support learning what it takes to succeed in meaningful employment, contact Mobo using 08 8130 1800 or [email protected] to join our Disability Employment Services program.