AFTER a heart transplant four years ago, Michael Fielden grew concerned about his future job prospects.

At 60 years of age, he feared people would view him differently to any other worker.

Until EPIC came along.

"After my heart transplant I didn't think I was going anywhere - no-one would take me," Mr Fielden said.

"When I registered with EPIC they helped me apply for jobs and while they understood my heart needed to be considered when looking for the right job, they encouraged me to think about what I could do, not what I couldn't.

"EPIC approached Clarence Family Day Care on my behalf and spoke to the manager, Julie Wicken, about an opportunity to do some cleaning and now I'm going somewhere."

Mr Fielden has been working as a part-time cleaner for CFDC since early this year.

Prior to securing this position, EPIC supported Michael with completing a Strategic Skills Program in Aged Care and is now also assisting with his study to complete the full Cert IV in Aged Care.

"I have too much to give to be doing nothing," Mr Fielden said.

"I love getting up, going to work, making some money and giving back to the community."

Mr Fielden's story comes as part of the Disability Jobs Campaign, 50 jobs in 30 days.