Kerry Staines stands out among coast’s directors
Our Executive Manager of Community Services Kerry Staines has won the 2018 Sunshine Coast Regional Scholarship. As the recipient of this annual award Kerry has been offered the opportunity to complete the Company Directors Course, an intensive program that is delivered by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD). Kerry said she was thrilled to […]
Workshop with Tony Attwood set to offer insight into Autism Spectrum Disorder
Prominent clinical psychologist Professor Tony Attwood will visit the Sunshine Coast in a one-day event that aims to deepen our understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and offer practical approaches to managing behaviours. A leading expert in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Professor Attwood will be presenting the latest information for people living with and caring for children […]
Local chocolate factory finds perfect recipe for staff
Visiting a chocolate factory is a childhood dream for many but for one local woman it’s what she has to look forward to every day. Rhonda Hammond landed her sweet gig at Macaday Farm, local producers of delectable choc coated macadamia bars, after new owners Emily and Bernie Wickham turned to STEPS Employment Solutions for […]
Della finds a pathway to her passion at STEPS
In early 2017 Della Parkinson decided she wanted to transition back into the workforce and the keen bushwalker, karate instructor, and busy mother of three was already certain of the type of career she wanted. Passionate about working with people living with a disability, Della began searching for the training she needed to begin her […]
STEPS Pathways College officially opened by the Hon Jane Prentice MP
Australia’s first college teaching young people with a disability skills for a lifetime of independence was officially opened by the Hon. Jane Prentice MP, Assistant Minister for Social and Disability Services. Cr Jenny McKay, Andrew Wallace MP and Jarrod Bleijie MP also attended the STEPS Pathways College official opening ceremony in Caloundra in front of […]
Fun with friends at camp
STEPS Community Services Maroochydore clients and staff enjoyed three fun-filled days at Borumba Deer Park for their biannual camp. The wet weather held off for the lucky campers who got involved in a range of outdoor activities including kayaking, bushwalking, mini golf and hand feeding deer. STEPS Recreational Activity Coordinator Anthony Walsh said everyone always looks […]