At Pathway Ready, our vision goes beyond training and employment. We see a future where every person, whether they’re a young school leaver, a parent re-entering the workforce, an Indigenous jobseeker, or someone who has simply lost confidence along the way has the chance to realise their potential.
We believe that no barrier is too great when the right support, encouragement, and opportunities are in place. By blending accredited training with cultural mentoring, personal development, and genuine wraparound care, we aim to create pathways that don’t just lead to jobs, but to long-term careers, independence, and self-belief.
Our vision is to inspire confidence, build resilience, and walk alongside jobseekers as they grow into strong, capable employees who contribute not only to their workplaces but also to their families and communities. In doing so, we create a ripple effect: thriving individuals, stronger families, empowered communities, and industries that benefit from a workforce that is skilled, motivated, and diverse
At Pathway Ready, our mission is to walk alongside jobseekers on their journey to employment, removing barriers and building the confidence needed to succeed. We know that many people face challenges, whether it’s lack of training, limited work history, low confidence, or personal circumstances and our role is to provide the tools, support, and encouragement that help turn those challenges into opportunities.
Our mission is to deliver programs that are more than just training courses. Each program is designed with employers, tailored to industries, and supported by mentoring and wraparound care. We combine accredited tickets and qualifications with personal development, life skills, and wellness support, ensuring participants are not only job-ready but prepared for the realities of work and life.
We are committed to inclusivity, with a strong focus on Indigenous jobseekers and women stepping into male-dominated industries, while also ensuring that every person, regardless of background feels valued, supported, and empowered.
Ultimately, our mission is about creating full-circle employment pathways: preparing candidates with the right skills, placing them into meaningful roles, and supporting them to thrive long after their first day on the job. By doing this, we deliver lasting outcomes for jobseekers, employers, and the communities we serve
Sonia Macinnis is a workforce development and recruitment specialist with a passion for helping people find their place in work and life. With more than a decade of experience across blue-collar recruitment, business development, WFA and pre-employment program design, she has built a reputation for achieving strong outcomes while truly connecting with the people she supports.
Sonia has worked closely with Workforce Australia, RTOs, and Tier 1 clients to design and deliver tailored programs that create opportunities for jobseekers. While she specialises in supporting Indigenous participants and women entering traditionally male-dominated industries such as construction, mining, and civil, Sonia is deeply committed to working with people from all backgrounds. She understands the barriers that jobseekers can face, from confidence and presentation to navigating training systems, and takes pride in creating programs that are inclusive, supportive, and designed to meet each person where they are.
As Co-Founder and Director of Pathway Ready, Sonia brings this mix of industry knowledge and people-first approach to every program. She is committed to breaking down barriers, building confidence and resilience, and guiding jobseekers into long-term, sustainable employment pathways.
Employers and government partners value Sonia’s ability to deliver programs that not only meet workforce demand but also empower candidates to thrive, creating real outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.
With over 20 years of experience in retail management, recruitment, and employment services, Belinda has built a career focused on creating opportunities, breaking down barriers, and driving sustainable outcomes. She has worked across Jobactive and Workforce Australia, progressing from Consultant to Business Manager, where she led teams, supported candidates into long-term employment, and was responsible for reverse marketing strategies to connect talent with real opportunities.
Drawing on her extensive recruitment experience and strong employer networks, Belinda has developed a reputation for collaborating with businesses to co-design pathways that not only meet workforce needs but also remove barriers that prevent candidates from realising their potential.
As Co-Founder of Pathway Ready, she brings this expertise into practice, delivering short, intensive pre-employment programs that combine accredited industry training with wrap-around, non-accredited skill development. Each program is designed to break down employment barriers and ensure participants are genuinely work-ready, building the confidence, resilience, and skills required for long-term career success.
I am a creative and compassionate Psychodynamic Creative Arts Therapist and Educator with over 20 years of experience in therapeutic arts practices and teaching. I work with people of all ages and life stages, offering a warm, grounded, and non-judgmental space for expression, reflection, and growth.
I have a Master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy rooted in trauma-informed care, polyvagal neural science, my approach integrates Creative Arts Therapy (CAT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), counselling, and resilience training. I support individuals to reconnect with their values, be teachable, and develop psychological flexibility, and take empowered steps forward, even when life feels overwhelming. I believe healing begins when we are truly seen and heard, and when we learn to listen to our own bodies, and make ecologically meaningful connections about our internal and external realities.
My career has spanned art education, mental health, and hospital-based care. I have formally researched an arts-based approach to First Nations cultural awareness training, with an emphasis on empowering First Nations people to deliver these programs. I have also facilitated a First Nations Outreach program. I’ve worked with diverse communities, including, refugee families, and at-risk people, designing art-based programs that honour cultural safety, emotional expression, and nervous system regulation.
We walk alongside participants through the full employment journey. From preparing before the job, to entering the workforce, and staying employed long-term, our support ensures lasting outcomes for both jobseekers and employers.
Screening, training, and mentoring that prepare candidates with the skills and confidence to step into work.
Onboarding, inductions, and hands-on support to ensure a smooth transition into the workplace.
Regular check-ins, problem-solving, and career planning that help participants grow and succeed long-term.
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