Kathy is a keen worker with Porterble Cleaning of Bowen. She moved to the area from interstate looking for a change after a difficult point in her life.

On her first appointment with her STEPS Employment Pathways Mentor, suffering severe depression, she cried through the whole appointment.

“I was a wreck. There was so much going on in my life,” she said. After stabilising her medication with her doctor, sorting through emergency accommodation and establishing some focus, she began with Porterble Cleaning Service, very nervously.

“It had been a long time since I’d been in an interview, but STEPS was there and made me feel comfortable. When I found out I had the job I was on cloud nine!

“Right now, I feel invigorated and alive. It is an absolute privilege when clients specifically ask for me to be on their job because they like what I do.

Despite some unpleasant part of the job, Kathy is excited she’s bought her own car and is now investing in another love – a horse.

“The truth is without STEPS’ help and support I wouldn’t be where I am now. I feel I have a new life. In my eyes STEPS gets 10 stars.”