Unemployment In Australia

Unemployment has been and still is an issue ranging across all ages, from the youth to the adults and even old aged. The current rate of unemployment in Australia is about 5.5% (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2018). The rate of unemployment runs parallel with the growth of labor force. Its growth is largely determined by two factors: the increase in the working-age population and changes in the rate of participation. This growth in the working-age population is largely shaped by the existing demographic and policy developments by the government. (Reserve Bank of Australia 2013). Looking at the issue from a structural point of view rather than individual based, addressing unemployment should be a collective effort on the part of the community,

Although she acknowledges issues such as disability or mental health might be a factor, she largely makes an assumption that people are heavily relying on welfare funds for long periods of time (Mendes 2012). Workers have different qualifications, levels of experience and place of residence and jobs may not be at par with the individual’s requirements and convenience. Therefore, unemployed workers and employers may have to work out the equation before they are suitable for one

It enhances one’s outlook in the society or even helps to increase self esteem. Interaction with co workers also helps in developing interpersonal skills. Therefore, unemployment can have many ill effects. Social workers are concerned with advocating for rights of people. Brenner’s study in 1984 was based on the relationship between health and economic stability. After doing cross sectional study worldwide, Brenner found an inverse relationship between health and economic situation of people. Those who were better off economically were better off in terms of physical and mental health. Those who were unemployed or underemployed also had low self esteem and self confidence. These problems often lead to other deleterious problems such as alcoholism or drug related issues. In order to understand the effects and/or co relations between individuals who are unemployed and the negative effects, a longitudinal study may prove resourceful. Social workers could do qualitative and quantitative research studies to further enhance their understandings of the situation. These empirical research can then be brought to the attention of the public and become a subject of interest and enquiry. They may be used for advocating welfare rights. Family Service Agencies are often approached by individuals who are unemployed. Social workers representing these agencies often help clients to build their self worth and help to