Inclusive Employment Australia

• DES: Mostly for people receiving income support with a work capacity of at least 8 hours per week. 

• IEA: Open to anyone with disability, injury, or a health condition who has an assessed work capacity of up to 30 hours a week. People with less than 8 hours’ capacity can join voluntarily, and you don’t need to be on income support to take part. 

• DES: Support is usually capped at two years. 

• IEA: No time limit. Participants can stay in the program for as long as they need. 

• DES: More compliance-driven and often linked to Centrelink participation requirements. 

• IEA: Person-centred and flexible. Support can be intensive or lighter-touch, depending on what’s right for you, and can change over time. 

• DES: Emphasis on short-term job placements within the service period. 

• IEA: Designed for sustained, long-term employment outcomes, with ongoing support to help people settle into work and thrive. 

No. You do not need to be on Centrelink or receive income support to take part. If you are living with disability, injury, or a health condition and want help to find and keep a job, you can join the Inclusive Employment Australia program.

No. There is no cut-off date. You can stay connected for as long as you need support, whether that is a few months to get job-ready or ongoing help to stay confident and settled in work.

You are still welcome to be a part of the program. If your future work capacity is less than 8 hours per week, you can choose to join voluntarily. You will still have access to the same supports if you want them. 

No. Inclusive Employment Australia is funded separately by the Australian Government, so you do not need to use your NDIS plan to join. If you already have NDIS supports, we will work alongside them to make sure everything connects smoothly.

That depends on you. We will work with you one-on-one to build a plan that fits your goals. That could mean training, job applications and interview practice, workplace experience, connecting with inclusive employers, or ongoing help once you start a job. 

Yes. Life changes, and so does support. If your needs or goals shift, we will adjust your plan, whether you need more intensive help or just occasional check-ins. 

You are still welcome to join the new program. Inclusive Employment Australia is designed to be more flexible, more inclusive, and focused on long-term success. It is a fresh start, with no time limits and more ways to tailor support around you. 

Yes. It is a national program with the same service standards across all service providers. Locally, at Asuria, the way we deliver will reflect the employers, opportunities, and community supports available in your area.

Simply reach out to us. Our team will talk through your situation, confirm your eligibility, and help you get started on your journey towards finding and keeping a job.