Employment Services – Quinn Health & Development

Employment Services Under the NDIS

Creating Pathways to Meaningful Work

Employment Services under the NDIS are designed to help people with disability develop the skills, confidence, and supports they need to find and maintain meaningful employment.

The focus is on choice, independence, and inclusion — ensuring each person can explore their interests, reach their potential, and participate in the workforce in a way that suits their strengths and goals.

What Employment Services Can Include

NDIS Employment Services are flexible and tailored to each participant’s needs.

Supports may include:

Career planning and goal setting Identifying strengths, interests, and potential career pathways.
Job readiness training Building communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Resume writing and interview preparation Learning how to present skills and experiences confidently.
Work experience and volunteering opportunities Exploring different industries and gaining practical experience.
On-the-job support and mentoring Helping participants settle into new roles with coaching and encouragement.
Further education or training Connecting participants with courses or programs to build employability skills.
Travel and independence training Supporting access to transport and community participation for work.

NDIS Funding

Support Category 9Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation
Support Category 10Finding and Keeping a Job

Pathways to Employment

Depending on a participant’s age, goals, and level of readiness, employment supports under the NDIS may include:

Individual Employment SupportsFor adults seeking or maintaining work in open employment, self-employment, or supported workplaces.
Capacity building programsTo develop confidence, workplace skills, and community engagement.
School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)For young people transitioning from school to work.

Find out more about our School Leaver Employment Supports.

How Employment Services Make a Difference

Meaningful work is about more than just a job — it’s about independence, purpose, and belonging. Through the NDIS, employment services provide opportunities for people with disability to explore what’s possible, build lifelong skills, and achieve their employment goals with the right level of support.

With a person-centred approach, participants are supported to take each step at their own pace — from exploring work options to thriving in the workplace.

Ready to Take the Next Step Toward Employment?

If you or your child are exploring work or training options, our team can help you understand and access the right NDIS Employment Supports for your goals. Together, we’ll create a clear, practical pathway toward meaningful and sustainable employment.