Gippsland businesses can now get additional Federal Government support to hire young job seekers. Jobactive PaTH (Prepare, Trial, Hire) Program will help young Australians through pre-employment training, internships and wage subsidies. The program will be fully operational in April. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester welcomed the new program, saying it would help local businesses to hire young people, and give young people the skills to find long-term employment. Financial incentives of up to $10,000 are available to encourage businesses to employ new staff under the age of 25. “Right now, there’s no higher priority for Gippsland and for the Coalition Government than creating jobs,” Mr Chester said. “That means not only growing our economy, but also helping people to become job ready by providing them with valuable training. “Finding employment is the key to allow young people to stay in the area and contribute to the future of our community. “Our jobactive PaTH Program is all about getting young people ready, giving them a go and getting them a job. “I strongly encourage more local business owners to consider what this program can offer, including the wage subsidies, and how it can help them to take on extra staff and expand their operation.” For more information, visit www.jobsearch.gov.au/path.
