Harley - Sky’s the limit!

Sometimes Harley would not get out of bed to attend NOVA Transition Engadine. He has a mild intellectual disability but it was the anxiety that stopped him from doing everyday things.

Yet with coaching from his job coach, Harley’s confidence began to improve to the point that he attempted work experience. The key to his successful first work-experience placement was his being supported 100% of the time by an experienced NOVA support worker. Gradually, he built his skills and courage to the point where he could complete work experience alongside another trainee.

NOVA Transition designed an individual plan that suited Harley. After a while he started to shine and within ten months he had found a job building cages for animals being transported by plane. He works about 15 hours a week in a role that builds on the skills he learnt through work experience.

In the future, Harley’s parents are hoping that he gains enough confidence to get his drivers licence so that he can transport pets by road. This is his next goal. The sky’s the limit for Harley (and the pets)!

Want award-wage work in a job that you love?

To discuss your options, call NOVA Transition on 1300 Ability (1300 224 548).   

NOVA Transition accepts NDIS School Leaver Employment Supports.