Information for Clients

Client Information

The DES program at CHESS is designed to assist job seekers with pre-employment activities, job preparation, job search, job placement and job maintenance.

Pre-employment

Clients get involved with in-house programs run by CHESS, including the Community Gardens at the Coffs Harbour Botanic Gardens, the Market Farm near Halfway Creek, Healthy Living & Cooking classes, Community Bike Recycling Project, Music and Art workshops to name a few.

Participation in these activities is about increasing confidence, social interaction, learning new skills, creating a product or desired outcome, and can also develop reliability, commitment and teamwork.

Education and further study

CHESS is able to assist clients with all aspects of studying. Some conditions may apply, so come and speak to us about your study requirements.

Job Preparation

Clients work with their case managers on:

Preparation of resume, job application letters and selection criteria
Training in communication, assertiveness and presentation
Development of interview skills
Building confidence and self esteem
Financial assistance to attend pre-vocational courses such as computer courses, OH&S, traffic controllers, first aid, etc.
Assistance to purchase relevant work necessities.
Insurance coverage for work experience placements.

Job Search & Placement

CHESS works with clients in identifying possible work opportunities and /or work experience.
Employers can be approached directly or alternatively CHESS will provide the participant with support to approach employers themselves.
CHESS can also offer suitable employers a wage subsidy or employer incentive to assist with employment and training costs.

Self Employment

If you are looking to start a new business or wanting to build on an exisiting one, our staff can help you with most aspects of running a business.

Job Maintenance

CHESS provides intensive one on one support for all clients in employment. Support and advice is provided for both participant and the employer.