Your EmployAbility Resource Centre

No, you do not need to be on a plan with NDIS to join our program.

Yes, we can. We will help you every step of the way but enrolling you, FREE of charge, into our EmployAbility job search skills training program which includes Resume writing and undertaking a practice interview. 

No. We are an independently run, not for Profit-For-Profit organisation. Our Parent company is charity, Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA).

You don’t need to be receiving any Centrelink payments to receive our help.

*DES = Disability Employment Service. Now known as Inclusive Employment Australia

A strong LinkedIn presence is a powerful tool in your job search. It’s your digital first impression and a great way to showcase your skills, experience, and interests.

To ensure you get the most out of your networking and social media opportunities follow these tips: 

• Clear and up-to-date photo
• Add a banner (background) photo  
• Open to work settings activated 
• Use an elevator pitch for the “About” section 
• Make sure your experience, education, and certifications are up-to-date 
• Add the relevant skills you used or gained for each experience. 
• Include volunteering experience 
• Start following businesses that you are interested in. 
• Build your network and start leveraging your connections. 

There are 10 modules in the Employment Program. Each module is designed to help you gain the confidence to find meaningful employment. Each module takes on average around 30-60mins to complete. An example of the modules includes: 

Journey to Work 

• Becoming an effective job seeker 
• Developing and setting goals 
• Creating an employment road map 

Foundation to Success 

• Your mindset 
• Building resilience 
• Active community participation 

Disability and Job Search 

• Disability related legislation 
• Hurdles to employment for people with disability  
• Support available for a job seeker with disability 
• Navigating the job search process as a person with disability