Media Release, 2 Sep 2024; CoAct is excited to welcome WA’s leading community employment specialist, Forrest Personnel, to its national network of not-for-profit service partners. As of 2 September 2024, Forrest Personnel will deliver Disability Employment Services (DES) in partnership with CoAct across Western Australia’s Central West Metro, Goldfields-Esperance, and Southern regions.
This partnership will create greater stability and sustainability for West Australian jobseekers. Forrest Personnel’s 40 years of experience and deep-rooted local community connections will be
bolstered through the systematic approach from CoAct.
Simon Brown, CoAct CEO, said the partnership with Forrest Personnel would benefit both local jobseekers and the wider CoAct network.
“Forrest Personnel’s commitment to improving lives through sustainable employment aligns perfectly with CoAct’s mission. Together, we are poised to make an even greater difference in the lives of Australians who need it most.”
“CoAct’s unique network model and its success is built on collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. Forrest Personnel’s experience, perspective and insights will be a valuable addition to the rich expertise of our not-for-profit network.”
Lynne Harwood, CEO of Forrest Personnel, is delighted about the partnership with CoAct. She says CoAct’s system, process and data expertise will compliment Forrest Personnel’s unique organisation culture, dedication to local rural, regional and remote communities and person-centric approach.
“Joining forces with CoAct is a strategic move that will ensure our continued service to the communities we care deeply about. CoAct’s national network brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, and we are excited about the collaborative opportunities this partnership offers.”
The partnership enables CoAct to expand their reach and impact, delivering high quality, sustainable employment opportunities to more Australians, and solidifies CoAct’s position as the 7th largest national DES provider.
For more information on CoAct/Forrest Personnel Disability Employment Services visit: https://coact.org.au/job-seekers/disability-employment-services/
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[About CoAct : CoAct is Australia’s leading network of not-for-profit community service providers. We help people reach their full potential through sustained, meaningful employment.
For over 25 years, CoAct has enabled our network of service partners to amplify their social impact.
Our service partners are empowered to deliver employment services directly within their local communities, leveraging their local knowledge and connections.
As the engine room, CoAct provides comprehensive support to our partners, including procurement of new contracts, co-designed service delivery models, robust quality frameworks, and cutting-edge technologies tailored to their needs.
Our unique model is complex but powerful. It’s how we make one plus one have exponential possibilities.
Find out more about CoAct: https://coact.org.au/ ]
[About Forrest Personne: Forrest Personnel was established in 1986 and has been a CoAct service partner since 2024. They deliver Disability Employment Services in Western Australia’s Central West Metro, Goldfields Esperance and Southern areas.
Forrest Personnel empowers people through meaningful employment and support services, enabling independence and fostering resilience and potential. They immerse themselves in local communities, building strong relationships with employer partners and creating success for their participants.
Outside of CoAct, Forrest Personnel delivers:
- NDIS
Employment supports
- School Leaver Employment Support (SLES)
- Social and community participation
- Labour hire
- Psychosocial Support Program
Find out more about Forrest Personnel: https://www.fp.org.au/ ]
