When Miranda first walked into Women’s Housing Company for her initial appointment, she shared a simple but powerful concern: “I think I want to work, but I’m scared about how to start.”
Although she had always embraced opportunities with passion and dedication, Miranda carried the weight of a negative past work experience that had shaken her confidence and made her question her self-worth. Through travel and work across different parts of the country, she had built a wide range of valuable skills, but she could no longer see them clearly herself.
Through Purposeful Pathways, a trauma-informed program, Miranda rebuilt her confidence by exploring her interests, strengths and the everyday tasks that brought her joy. As program went on, Miranda had a key realisation – she already held a strong set of transferable skills including attention to detail, commitment, multitasking and a natural ability to maintain and organise.
Once Miranda identified roles she felt comfortable applying for, her resume was updated and a Seek profile was created to support her job search. In just one session, Miranda applied for 19 roles – a reflection not only of her motivation but her determination to regain financial independence and move forward.
The very next day, she received a call from a hospitality company for a housekeeping position. With growing confidence, Miranda spoke with the HR team and was offered the role that same day.
Today, Miranda is happily employed, saving toward personal goals and continuing to attend career-building workshops through Purposeful Pathways, where she now encourages and inspires other women in the program. She is also exploring community services study as part of her longer-term aspirations.
Reflecting on her journey, Miranda shares: “I wouldn’t have done that without support from Women’s Housing Company.”
*Name changed to protect privacy
A sense of purpose can be transformative. Through the Women’s Housing Company’s Purposeful Pathways program, women facing a range of personal, social and economic barriers are supported to build confidence, develop new skills and pursue education, employment and volunteering opportunities that help them achieve their goals. Arpita, WHC’s Purposeful Pathways Coordinator, works alongside women everyday […]
When Miranda first walked into Women’s Housing Company for her initial appointment, she shared a simple but powerful concern: “I think I want to work, but I’m scared about how to start.” Although she had always embraced opportunities with passion and dedication, Miranda carried the weight of a negative past work experience that had shaken […]
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