Programs at Clear Sky Australia
EMPLOYMENT & WORK EXPERIENCE
Clear Paws
Clear Sky Australia is passionate about creating opportunities for its participants to build independence and capacity to live with as much autonomy as possible. Noticing that employment training opportunities for people with a disability are extremely limited in Newcastle we made the decision to open Clear Paws which provides the perfect supported environment to develop employability skills.
Clear Paws is a launch pad for its participants to make the transition to employment! Our team will provide a thorough assessment, written reference and certificate for the time you spend with us to help you with your goal of finding your perfect job!
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Village Grocer Blackbutt
Clear Sky Australia understands just how hard it is to get an opportunity for
work experience. We are looking for keen and eager participants of the NDIS to
undertake work skills and training at our Village Grocer at Blackbutt. Successful
applicants will require 1:1 Support funding, full support will be provided by Clear
Sky Australia Staff.
Land Care Volunteer
Clear Sky Australia's Land Care Volunteer program offers a unique opportunity for individuals to connect with nature while making a meaningful impact on the environment. Participants engage in hands-on conservation work, such as tree planting, weed removal, and habitat restoration, under the guidance of experienced environmentalists. This program not only fosters a sense of stewardship for the land but also provides a rewarding and fulfilling experience for volunteers of all ages and backgrounds.
Canteen Volunteers
The Canteen Volunteer Program at CSA is a hands-on, skills-building initiative designed to provide participants with valuable experience in food preparation, customer service, and hospitality. This program offers a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals can develop essential workplace skills, build confidence, and contribute meaningfully to their community.
Participants in the Canteen Volunteer Program engage in a variety of tasks, including meal preparation, order management, customer interaction, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Through these activities, they enhance their teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities while gaining practical experience in a structured, real-world setting.
Beyond skill development, the program fosters a sense of independence and achievement, empowering volunteers to take on responsibilities, improve their employability, and explore potential career pathways in the food and hospitality industry. Whether they are cooking up delicious meals, assisting with service, or learning the ins and outs of kitchen operations, participants are an integral part of a positive and welcoming team.
The Canteen Volunteer Program is more than just a training opportunity—it’s a community-driven initiative that encourages personal growth, social connection, and workplace readiness.
Blackbutt Reserve
Blackbutt Reserve occupies over 182 hectares of natural bushland providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy nature trails, wildlife exhibits, children's playgrounds, or passive recreation. The Reserve's undulating natural environment is the perfect place to explore the wonders of nature with its peaceful picnic settings, wide open spaces and the diverse range of habitats and ecosystems.
Be part of the CSA team of valued Volunteers who, with our support will help maintain this important Newcastle institution while learning a variety of employability skills and contributing to this important ecological and research Centre.
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels NSW has over 14,000 volunteers who deliver around 4.5 million meals to clients each year.
There are 150 local Meals on Wheels NSW branches across the state.
Meals on Wheels NSW has been serving meals and a friendly visit to our clients for more than 60 years.
CSA will support you to contribute to this amazing organization by being a recognized volunteer supporting members of the community who need it the most.
It's not only clients whose lives are enhanced by Meals on Wheels. CSA clients who give time to Meals on Wheels say volunteering has added a new dimension to their lives. The satisfaction of doing something practical yet personal is reward in itself.
CSA volunteers are crucial to the operation of the Meals on Wheels organisation. Help us to deliver the meals and other food services to clients, as well as helping run the service by serving on the management committee.