Get placed in a work-like role that not only will help you show your skills to potential employers, but also give back to the community.
We will work with you to place you in a suitable Work for the Dole activity and make sure you have completed any training or required activities before you start.
You’ll continue to receive income support and assistance from Workways during Work for the Dole. Plus, you will receive an allowance per fortnight to assist with expenses such as transport.
New skills and experiences for the workplace
By participating in Work for the Dole, you will undertake work-like activities and gain work experience that can help you find a job. This will give you the chance to:
A range of worthwhile activities
There are many different activities that you may be able to do through Work for the Dole. Each will help you develop the skills that show you are ready to start work. Some examples of what you might do include:
Becoming a Work for the Dole Host Organisation
If you are in jobactive and have an Annual Activity Requirement, you will need to participate in an approved activity or a combination of activities for six months. One of the approved activities you can do to meet this requirement is Work for the Dole. There are different hourly requirements for participation in approved activities based on your age.
If you are aged:
Job seekers who have a partial capacity to work (15-29 hours) or who are principal carer parents have different requirements for the following age groups:
If you are a jobactive participant and wish to enrol in Work for the Dole activities, please enquire now.
