Three years ago, when Jasper Daniels first connected with Breakthru, he was full of hope and ready for change. He was working in after-school care, but deep down, he knew it wasn’t where he truly belonged. Just as he began exploring new paths, life threw him a curveball. A sudden ankle injury put everything on hold. It could have been a full stop, but Jasper chose to see it as a detour.
Fuelled by his lifelong love for animals, Jasper used the time to rethink his direction. In September 2023, he proudly completed a Certificate II in Animal Care. Encouraged by that achievement, he went on to pursue a Certificate III in Wildlife through TAFE. But the course demands became overwhelming, and by March 2024, he made the difficult decision to step back.
That didn’t mean giving up. It meant choosing a new path with purpose.
This time, he turned his focus to community services, a field where his empathy and resilience could truly make a difference. He enrolled in a Certificate III course with Yes Employment, supported every step of the way by Amy O’Rourke, Employment Support Worker, and Lachlan White, Team Leader at Breakthru. Their encouragement helped him push through the tough moments and stay committed.
By late-2024, Jasper graduated with his certificate, an achievement that once felt out of reach. Now, he is exploring meaningful roles in community services. He has also stepped into a new position as a peer mentor at Breakthru, offering support to others who are navigating their own journeys.
Fuelled by his lifelong love for animals, Jasper used the time to rethink his direction. In September 2023, he proudly completed a Certificate II in Animal Care. Encouraged by that achievement, he went on to pursue a Certificate III in Wildlife through TAFE. But the course demands became overwhelming, and by March 2024, he made the difficult decision to step back.
That didn’t mean giving up. It meant choosing a new path with purpose.
This time, he turned his focus to community services, a field where his empathy and resilience could truly make a difference. He enrolled in a Certificate III course with Yes Employment, supported every step of the way by Amy O’Rourke, Employment Support Worker, and Lachlan White, Team Leader at Breakthru. Their encouragement helped him push through the tough moments and stay committed.
By late-2024, Jasper graduated with his certificate, an achievement that once felt out of reach. Now, he is exploring meaningful roles in community services. He has also stepped into a new position as a peer mentor at Breakthru, offering support to others who are navigating their own journeys.
Jasper
Jasper’s story is still unfolding. He has taken on volunteer work, contributed to the 2025 National Parra Archery Tournament, joined community projects, and most importantly, discovered what he is truly capable of. With a heart for helping and a renewed belief in himself, Jasper is ready for whatever comes next. His journey is proof that even the unexpected paths can lead somewhere incredible.
