Capable Me is a further education and social space that supports individuals to develop the skills needed to find employment that brings satisfaction, the confidence to explore personal interests and the practical experience to support lifelong independence.
SLES stands for School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) Program, however Capable Me provides a further education space for ALL school leavers with NDIS funding.
The skills you gain at Capable Me will get you work ready. You have the opportunity to learn resume and job interview skills, gain work relates certificates and be assisted to trial various roles.
No! We work in small groups to give you a range of skills and experiences. At Capable Me, work adjacent skills are offered in addition to work related skills, for a more wholistic approach to adulthood. But we also love to have fun! Check out our social and rec programs!
These are adult life skills, like having tough conversations, navigating work place relationships, travel training or drivers ed. It's not just about getting a job, but also growing and thriving beyond work.
Think sports, gaming, crafts, exploring the city, relaxing at the movies, challenging your friends at bowling. These activities are aimed to support social skills, wellbeing and mental and physical health.
No. There are several ways you can access the Capable Me supports and services. We can provide advice and guidance to find the best funding option for you.
Yes, Capable Me offers Forklift licencing, along with workplace skills, first aid and travel training. With all these skills under your belt, we can help you get work experience, and even employment with our partners.
No, we know this can be a bit disappointing. We do, however, help you to find job opportunities that do pay.
Capable Me acknowledges that we gather, live and work on Aboriginal land. We pay our respect to the elders’ past, present and emerging as we walk together on this beautiful land, we call home. We are LGBTQIA+ friendly and a Transgender Safe Space