Founded in 2001, Ostara Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation that works closely with the Australian Government, member services, communities and employers to provide employment services for those job seekers who are the most disadvantaged in Australia.
“I was referred to Ostara through another company as Ostara specialises in mental health and they would be able to assist in the support that I was needing. Ostara worked with me to build my confidence to interact with others and to participate in interviews My mental health has always been a challenge and I …
“Originally Centrelink had referred to OSTARA due to health Conditions. At the time I was offered support my EC listened to my story let me take my time to become ready. During my time with Ostara my mental health had been impacted by a variety of things, Covid. bushfires, and general pressure of life. After …
Emre has been long term unemployed and has been working closely with EC Daniel Kretschmar. Emre has had some issues with confidence in working, though after spending time with EC Daniel Kretschmar and becoming more motivated, he has been successful in finding a role. Emre showed much potential, even when he didn’t believe in himself. …
Christopher Hewitt is a young male who is 90 weeks in program. Christopher had been job searching and applying for positions on the Northern Beaches with the support of his Ostara employment consultant. He persevered through Covid lockdown, having requested copies of his resume to hand out to local Northern Beaches businesses, Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs. …
“I was referred to Ostara through another company as Ostara specialises in mental health and they would be able to assist in the support that I was needing. Ostara worked with me to build my confidence to interact with others and to participate in interviews My mental health has always been a challenge and I …
“I was someone that has been struggling with mental health and had no sense of direction, I was walking pass an d had no sense of direction, I was walking pass an Ostara office one day and took the time to read what was advertised on their building. I liked what I read so I …
After being out of work for just over 2 years due to declining mental health, I decided that I was feeling a bit better and wanted support to help me get back into the workforce. So I did my research and happened to come across Ostara Australia. I turned up to my appointment so anxious …
“My experience with Ostara Australia has been nothing but positive! Danielle has proven herself to be absolutely incredible. I have tried other job seeking agencies previously and gone months without even a mention of a job interview. When I signed up with Ostara however, I was given a suggestion of a potential job the very …
A STRONGER SENSE OF LIFE’S MEANING. Leanne first engaged with Ostara Australia over 6 months ago feeling anxious, inadequate and measuring herself against the success of other people. Understandably, this took its toll on Leanne’s self esteem and she was seeking was in need of some encouragement and direction to get back on her feet. …
STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH. Allyson approached the Ostara Australia Port Macquarie office suffering from anxiety and depression, resulting in low self-confidence and motivation. Allyson has previously completed her Certificate in Individual Support, but had not yet obtained any industry experience. Ostara Australia Program Coordinator Amanda worked closely with Allyson to develop strategies on building …
