Samantha’s Road to Success with AimBig in North Lakes

Samantha’s experience with AimBig Employment in North Lakes attests to the transformative support provided through our Disability Employment Services program. Following a workplace accident, Samantha, affectionately known as Sammy, found herself navigating a series of profound challenges. The accident resulted in her losing her job and led to a decline in her mental health, marked by depression and anxiety. 

During this time, Sammy pursued legal action to gain custody of her young daughter, further compounding her stress and anxiety. The ordeal stretched over a year, during which Sammy often travelled from North Lakes to Newcastle under difficult circumstances to spend time with her daughter. 

Once custody was secured, another set of challenges appeared as Sammy worked to settle her daughter into a new life, new town, and new school. Hesitant to return to childcare due to past negative experiences, Sammy explored alternative employment opportunities with the guidance of her AimBig job coach, Tony Weitenberg. Despite first struggles to find work outside of childcare, a breakthrough came when she applied for a position at Kids Capers in North Lakes. 

However, just as Sammy was preparing to embark on a work trial, a crisis arose with her daughter. Prioritising her daughter’s safety, Sammy postponed her work trial. Throughout this ordeal, AimBig through job coach Tony, provided unwavering support. While Sammy navigated the complex child safety and school engagements to ensure the well-being of her daughter, AimBig continued to provide support. 

The empathy and flexibility showed by Kids Capers, who kept Sammy’s position open, highlight the importance of supportive employers. Eventually returning to work on a part-time basis to accommodate her daughter’s needs, Sammy thrived, quickly progressing to the role of a room leader, and mentoring a staff member. This professional success, coupled with moving to a new home, marked a turning point, offering Sammy and her daughter hope and stability. 

Sammy’s journey with AimBig underscores the crucial role of tailored support in overcoming personal and professional hurdles. Through determination, the right help, and a compassionate employer, Sammy has begun to rebuild her life, enjoying her job, and making a home for herself and her daughter. 

If you’re interested in working with our supportive team to overcome any hurdles you may be facing, get in touch with one of our supportive job coaches today.