Full Testimonials

“This is a testimonial for GCESS on behalf of my intellectually disabled son Matthew.

Matthew became involved with GCESS about five years ago with the result of him securing employment with a Bowls Club. This has been a successful union with Matthew starting work at the Bowls Club in 2007 and still working there today.

GCESS is constantly in touch with Matt and provides support for his ongoing needs as they arise. Steve is Matt’s support worker and attends meetings with him at work which is extremely important so Matt understands what is expected of him in the work environment. This support is also important to me, as I am always at work when these meetings occur. 

Steve was recently extremely helpful in assisting me to obtain Matt a taxi subsidy to get him to and from work.

Steve has always been extremely helpful to both myself and Matthew and we look forward to his and GCESSs continued support for Matt’s ongoing employment needs.

Being useful and productive is extremely important for anyone with a disability.”

“I wish to document the excellent service provided by GCESS concerning Amber Casey.

Amber has received professional and personalised assistance by the organisation but particularly from Leisa Gamblin. At all times Leisa has demonstrated empathy and proficiency in assisting Amber within the workplace and then most recently, a persistence and determination in job searching.

At present the job market appears to be difficult for many with a disability, however Leisa has shown tremendous drive, enthusiasm and resolve to progress that opportunity for Amber at Bond University. I can only commend Leisa on her adeptness in this situation but also her integrity as she has gone above and beyond her duty to Amber on so many occasions.

Amber, I am sure, will continue to be well supported by Jodie as a true reflection of the mission and service philosophy of GCESS.”

“I am writing in reference to GCESS in regards to my experience of their overall DES provider services offered and the positive effective service provision they provide.

It has been my experience as a member of the National Panel of Assessors, that they have for many years provided, at all service provision levels, a consistent ongoing high level of professionalism, knowledge of disability, facilitating and enhancing the employment and social inclusion of people with disabilities within the community.

The service is flexible, focusing on individual participant centred sustainable employment, training, skills enhancement and assessment service. Barriers to employment are identified and vocational service provision is utilised to assist people with a disability successfully gain and maintain employment.

Employers are always assisted and supported in the workplace and positive collaborative relationships are fostered to raise awareness of the value of employing people with a disability.”