Employment (DES, SLES)

Empowering Participants Through Employment Support

Gaining employment is a major step toward independence, confidence, and financial stability. Meaningful employment should be accessible to everyone, including individuals on the autism spectrum. Our support and programs are designed to help develop the skills, confidence, and strategies needed to find and maintain fulfilling work. We provide personalised support in areas such as resume building, interview preparation, workplace communication, and understanding job expectations.

Disability Employment Support (DES)

Disability Employment Services (DES) helps people living with disability, injury or health condition to find and keep work. We are committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their employment goals - we offer tailored support and services to help participants build skills, find meaningful work, and maintain long-term employment.

We provide comprehensive support under the NDIS, including:

• Workplace Readiness: Skill development in areas like communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace safety.
• Job Search Assistance: Guidance on creating resumes, preparing for interviews, and finding roles that match your skills and interests.
• On-the-Job Support: Ongoing assistance to ensure success in your role, including mentoring and coaching.
• Vocational Training: Specialised training programs to help you develop the skills required for your chosen career.
• Transition Planning: Support for school leavers and young adults to explore career pathways and navigate the transition to work.

School Leavers Employment Support (SLES)

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) is a program that helps people transition from school to work or further education. SLES is available to people who are in their final year of school or have recently left school, usually up to age 22.

SLES services can include: 

• Training and mentoring 
• Identifying skills and interests 
• Resume preparation 
• Work experience opportunities 
• Interview skills training 
• Time management 
• Travel planning 
• Assistance to find and maintain meaningful employment 
• Improving communication and social skills

What will you get out of it?

Building Job-Ready Skills

• Teaches resume writing, interview preparation, and workplace etiquette.

• Helps participants develop communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

• Provides practical experience through volunteering, internships, or supported employment.

Increasing Confidence & Independence

• Supports participants in identifying their strengths, interests, and career goals.

• Helps them gain self-advocacy skills to request workplace accommodations.

• Encourages financial literacy, budgeting, and understanding workplace rights.

Providing Ongoing Support

• Connects participants with NDIS employment services, job coaches, and mentors.

• Offers customised support for neurodivergent individuals and those with physical disabilities.

• Ensures workplaces are inclusive, accessible, and supportive.

Making Employment Support Accessible & Inclusive

• One-on-one coaching for personalised job preparation.

• Flexible learning options (visual aids, hands-on practice, and step-by-step guidance).

• Connections with inclusive employers who provide reasonable accommodations.

Contact Us for Employment Support

Leave us a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Alternatively, email us at info@soul-support.com.au

Or Call us at 0405 843 132