Can the NDIS Help Me Get a Job? Here’s How It Works

 If you’ve ever wondered, “Can NDIS help me get a job? ”, the answer is yes—but it’s important to understand how. 

The NDIS isn’t an employment agency, but it does provide a range of supports designed to help participants become job-ready, develop skills, and succeed in the workplace.

Regardless of whether you are seeking your first job, seeking to work again, or seeking to develop new skills, the NDIS can provide personalised support according to your own personal goals.




Who is eligible for NDIS Employment Support? 


To receive employment-related support from the NDIS, you will need to be an approved participant with employment as one of your goals in your plan. 

It's also important that the supports directly address your disability and be reasonable and necessary. If your main requirement is disability-related support for job preparation or job maintenance, the NDIS can pay for it.

But the NDIS does not substitute for mainstream employment services such as Workforce Australia or Disability Employment Services (DES) but complements them.


What's Covered Under NDIS Job Supports


The NDIS is able to pay for a range of work-related supports, based on your goals and needs. They can include:

  • Job coaching to gain work confidence and independence
  • Work-related assessments to find appropriate jobs and work adjustments
  • Skill development like communication, time management, or social skills
  • Work support, such as learning task support or work environment adjustment support
  • Counselling or capacity-building supports for managing anxiety, motivation, or work confidence
  • Transport support if disability impacts your travel to work


Accessing NDIS Employment Supports


If you have an existing NDIS plan, review it to see if employment objectives are well described. 

When you have your plan reviewed, talk about job objectives and ask for the right support. 

You can also request a Functional Capacity Assessment or an Employment Support Assessment to provide a justification for funding. 

If you're new to NDIS or don't know where to begin, having a plan manager or support coordinator makes things easier.

They assist with navigating the system, connecting you with the appropriate services, and having employment-related supports included in your plan.


Next Steps to Get Job Support Through NDIS


So can NDIS assist me with finding employment? Definitely—once the appropriate supports are incorporated into your plan. 

It comes down to ensuring that your goals and the services you seek are in alignment. Should you require assistance with adding job support to your NDIS plan or need assistance with reviewing your existing funding, schedule a complimentary consultation today and discover how we can assist with your employment journey.




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