Access the best level of support for your job seeker
If you’re unsure which employment service would work better for your community member, don’t worry, we’re here to help
You can check your member’s eligibility for jobactive and Disability Employment Services with this simple guide.
Access to Disability Employment Services
Your job seeker doesn’t need to have a physical disability to be eligible for Disability Employment Services.
They can access the program, if they:
- have a diagnosed injury, illness or disability
- are aged 14 to 65
- are at or above the minimum legal working age in your state or territory
- are able to work at least eight hours per week (with support when required)
- are an Australian resident
- are not studying full time (unless you’re an eligible school leaver)
Access to jobactive
Your community member will generally have access to the full range of jobactive services if they:
- receive income support payments (such as Newstart Allowance, Youth Allowance, or Parenting Payment)
- have mutual obligation requirements
Job seekers may be eligible to volunteer for jobactive services if they:
- are not on income support
- are on income support and have no mutual obligation requirements
- are not working or studying full time
- have the right to work in Australia
If you’re worried your community member doesn’t meet any of the criteria, contact us to discuss other support options for job seekers.