Access Industries is a registered NDIS employment and training provider offering supported employment opportunities for people with disability. We believe in the power of meaningful work and the positive impact it has on the lives of individuals and the community as a whole.
We deliver best practice service in accordance with the National Standards for Disability Services and the NDIS Practice Standards.
What is Supported Employment?
Supported employment is a model that provides people with disability the opportunity to engage in paid work within a supportive environment. At Access Industries, we tailor support to help our employees succeed in their roles, develop new skills, and achieve their personal and professional goals.
We have over 260 supported employees so far in our 600 strong workforce… and counting!
How do I become an employee of Access Industries?
A Welfare Officer and Safety & Training Officer will meet with you for an initial interview and skills assessment. You will need to meet the NDIS Eligibility Criteria for Supported Employees. We can help you navigate that process. For more information read our Eligibility Criteria Policy
Your work goals, support requirements, travel options and employment conditions will be discussed, and you will be provided with the information you need to make an informed choice on employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Supported employment by NDIS standards is a service that helps people with disability find and keep jobs by providing extra support and specialised training at work. Access Industries is a registered NDIS service provider for Supported Employment.
Supported employment can help people with disability:
- Learn new skills
- Build confidence
- Earn money
- Explore new interests
- Make friends
- Upskill for open employment
Supported employment provides individualised services, including:
- Job coaching
- Job placement
- Ongoing support
- On-the-job training
- Assistance with job modifications
- Regular check-ins
Access Industries also offers skills and vocational training through our registered RTO, Access Knowledge.
Supported employees work in typical work environments, such as commercial businesses, rather than segregated or sheltered workshops. At Access Industries, we offer supported employment placements in timber manufacturing, industrial sewing, packing and linen services.
Supported employment is funded by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Supported employees are paid from day one and their pay is supplemented by their Disability Support Pension (DSP).
