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Supporting Inclusive Employment Australia Providers with Referrals and Partnerships

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Empowering IEA providers through physical disability‑led expertise

At EmployAbility, we partner with Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) providers to improve outcomes for candidates with physical disabilities through lived experience‑led employment programs, inclusive workplace training, and specialised recruitment support.

More than 75% of our team identifies as having a disability, giving providers access to genuine lived experience and over 15 years of Disability Employment Services sector expertise. 

Why IEA Providers Choose EmployAbility

IEA providers trust us because our supports are grounded in lived experience and aligned with national disability employment priorities.
 

  • Lived Experience

    Over 75% of our team lives with disability, ensuring credible, practical guidance that resonates with participants and employers.

  • Funded & Trusted Program

    Our Employment Program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, demonstrating strong alignment with national disability employment goals.

  • Designed Specifically for Physical Disability & TBI

    We specialise in supporting people with physical disabilities and traumatic brain injury (TBI), providing tailored interventions that complement IEA case management.

How We Support Your Participants

Tailored Employment Program 

Your referrals gain access to a specialised program that includes:
  • Individual coaching,
  • Structured online modules designed for accessibility,
  • Support that aligns with IEA goals and participant needs,
  • Matching the candidate with the right Employment Coach with lived Experience of disability,
  • Practical employment preparation to help build confidence including CV writing, Interview questions, understanding transferable skills and more
Our flexible online format also ensures consistent attendance and progress tracking.
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Client Success Cameron Story
"The EmployAbility program is literally life changing. I would not be where I am today without them."
Cameron
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Workshops That Strengthen IEA Teams & Employers

We deliver training that helps both providers and employers better support people with physical disabilities.

Staff Capability Training for IEA Consultants

We equip IEA teams with practical skills through:
  • Physical disability awareness and inclusion workshops
  • Lived‑experience‑led sessions that increase confidence and understanding
This builds consultant confidence and improves participant engagement outcomes.

Employer Disability Inclusion Workshops

Employers benefit from:
  • Training that builds genuine empathy and understanding
  • Practical strategies to support employees with physical disabilities
  • Reduced concerns around workplace adjustments
  • Greater confidence in hiring and retaining participants
These workshops help create inclusive workplaces ready to support your caseload. 
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    • Referrals

    IEA Employment consultant, please complete this form with your client.

    To be eligible for the program:

    • Must be living in Australia on permanent basis.
    • Have a permanent Physical Disability.

    You will need to be able to:

    • Have access to internet,
    • Join online meetings by Microsoft Teams,
    • Independently complete our online training modules,
    • Finish all 10 modules within a 6 month time frame (6mths from date of registration) 
    • NB: regular non-attendance may result in client exiting the program.

    Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

    Join our Talent Pool

    Our EmployAbility program is funded by the Department of Social Services Linkage and Capacity building program, with a goal to improve employment outcomes for people living with a physical disability.

    If you have a physical disability and are looking for specialised support to assist you to find a role with an inclusive employer please feel free to join our talent pool.