Located in the heart of Western Australia’s Pilbara region, the Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation (AAC) stands to empower and create opportunities for our Aboriginal communities. With a mission to foster appropriate employment and enterprise opportunities, AAC is dedicated to support initiatives that provide education and training services resonating with the rich traditions and aspirations of the Pilbara’s Indigenous peoples. One such initiative is the Health Sector Work Ready program, which is particularly impactful, equipping local Aboriginal community members with the skills needed to thrive in healthcare roles. This program aligns with AAC’s mission to support sustainable employment and training, bridging cultural heritage with forward-thinking opportunities. We at Embrace Healthcare solutions, see this as a synergistic and symbiotic partnership. 

The Health Sector Work Ready program offered by Ashburton Aboriginal Corporation shares a strong alignment with Embrace Healthcare’s mission and values. This program not only equips participants with essential healthcare skills but also builds a foundation that aligns closely with Embrace’s approach to inclusive, culturally sensitive care in the Pilbara. Here’s how these program objectives resonate with Embrace’s vision for community-driven, impactful healthcare:

1. Skill Development: Just as Embrace focuses on tailored, person-centred care, this program develops practical healthcare skills across diverse sectors, ensuring participants are fully prepared to deliver high-quality, compassionate support in real-world settings.
2. Industry Exposure: At Embrace, we value the importance of experience. The program’s exposure to various healthcare fields mirrors our commitment to diverse service delivery, helping participants gain insights into potential roles they may one day take up within Embrace’s own healthcare ecosystem.
3. Employability: Enhancing participants’ job readiness with certifications and practical skills directly complements Embrace’s mission to support sustainable employment in healthcare, fostering a workforce ready to tackle Pilbara’s unique health challenges.
4. Cultural Competency: Cultural sensitivity is a cornerstone of Embrace’s approach, especially in delivering care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This program’s focus on cultural awareness enriches participants with insights that are invaluable when working in our region, ensuring that care is both respectful and effective.
5. Networking Opportunities: By connecting participants with industry professionals and mentors, the program fosters a network that Embrace supports and is a part of, allowing for ongoing professional growth and local employment.
6. Assessment and Feedback: Continuous assessment with feedback promotes growth—a principle we share at Embrace. Constructive feedback allows participants to enhance their skills, ensuring they are ready for meaningful roles within organisations like ours.
7. Personal Development: Encouraging self-confidence and personal growth aligns with Embrace’s belief in empowering individuals. Through experiential learning and workshops, participants gain the resilience and skills needed to navigate the demands of a healthcare career.
8. Career Development Workshops: By offering training in resume-building, interview skills, and job strategies, the program equips participants with tools for long-term career success—qualities Embrace values in building a strong, capable healthcare team.

The Work Ready Program is an engaging, hands-on experience designed to get ten jobseekers trained and ready for the health sector in just eight weeks! With rotations through disability, nursing, mental health, and other care initiatives at EHS, participants gain a solid foundation in essential healthcare skills. During the course of 2 weeks the jobseekers will gain the full spectrum of the care continuum offered by EHS that combines theory and practical training under the guidance of seasoned professionals. Plus, they wrap up with a certificate in the Community Support Skill Set, fully prepared for entry-level roles in healthcare.

With initiatives like the Health Sector Work Ready program, AAC in partnership with EHS is building a skilled workforce that can deliver cultural and people-centric care. Together, we are fostering a healthcare ecosystem in the Pilbara that is both inclusive and prepared for the future.