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Disability Employment Services Ipswich

Q: What is the process for joining DES?

Firstly, we will determine if TURSA can directly register you into our service and guide you through the referral process. If this is not possible, Services Australia will complete an assessment to see if you are eligible and will refer you to a DES provider that is most accessible to you. You have the choice of what DES provider you want to join or work with. If you would like to change or join TURSA , you can drop in, or call into any of our 58 convenient locations. Once you have joined TURSA ’s DES programme, you will be paired with a Disability Employment Advocate to start your journey to employment with us.

Q: Is DES only for people with physical disabilities?

No. TURSA also supports participants who have injuries or mental health conditions to obtain and sustain a job.

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Our Disability Employment Services in Ipswich

TURSA is a results-driven Ipswich Disability Employment Services (DES) provider, helping people with disabilities to find meaningful and sustainable employment in Ipswich, and across 58 sites.

One of South East Queensland’s most reliable DES providers, the TURSA Ipswich team helps provide:

Tailored job placement assistance
Workforce planning advice
Personalised support to help secure and maintain employment

The TURSA team provide disability employment services with confidence, beginning in 1994 and built upon shared experiences of long-term unemployment. And nearly three decades later, our mission remains the same; to improve employment opportunities and reduce disadvantages experienced by Australians living with disabilities.

If you want to register directly with TURSA and check your eligibility, you can enquire online today.

And, if you’re an employer, we also help Ipswich businesses hire people with a disability. We make the process easy and transparent to ensure you access all necessary support and available subsidies to support sustainable employment opportunities.

How our Ipswich disability employment services can help you

Everyone is unique, and so too are our Ipswich disability employment services. We understand that everyone has different strengths and abilities, and our services are designed to help find perfect fits. That means working with you to identify skillsets, experience, and nearby work opportunities that suit you.

As well as this, we provide individual advice on how to tailor your application to each position best. We also offer a wide range of workshops to Ipswich job seekers to help build upon the skills and confidence needed to help secure employment. Our Ipswich disability employment services providers can help with:

creating plans to help achieve goals
supporting you with access to community services if needed
resume writing and creation
interview coaching
on-site computer facilities and resources for you to use
support liaising with suitable employers
job training, workshops, and education
relocation assistance
workplace modifications
on-the-job support for up to a year or more from when you start to work

The Ipswich TURSA team is committed to helping those managing disabilities to find the right fit for their strengths, abilities, and needs of employers. We strive to help create and maintain inclusive environments where disability job seekers can thrive and be successful in their careers.

The service to expect from TURSA

At TURSA all DES-ESS services are delivered to meet and exceed National Standards for Disability Services. What else can you expect?

You will be assigned a specialist Disability Employment Adviser to work with you personally
Fortnightly face to face appointments available as well as flexible options to meet your needs as required
Tailored job plans with goal setting and planning reviewed with you as your needs change
Courteous, qualified and experienced staff who will work with you to achieve your employment goals
The opportunity for you to provide regular feedback to TURSA
Our assessment processes will ensure that you are fully equipped to remain in the workplace without intervention before exiting our services

Why TURSA disability employment services

Our person-centred approach to our Disability Employment Services helps every participant to receive individualised guidance from a qualified Disability Employment Advocate. This ensures that our offerings suit each participant’s unique ambitions and needs.

Our focus is on facilitating meaningful, sustainable career opportunities within local communities, which continue to benefit participants long into the future.
When you work with TURSA, you’ll have access to a dedicated Disability Employment Advocate who will provide you with hands-on support and guidance.
You’ll also have access to our Participant Portal, which is home to a range of services designed to help you reach your career goals.

We believe in unlocking your potential and helping you shape it into achievable, career-oriented goals. We are committed to helping you maximise your talents to find sustainable employment so that you can enjoy the rewards of a fulfilling career.

So if you’re ready to take the first step towards a brighter future, contact TURSA today and let us help you achieve your career goals.

Disability Employment Services FAQs

What is DES?

A Disability Employment Service (DES) supports people with a disability, injury or mental health condition to prepare for, find and keep a job. DES gives participants flexibility and choice in what services they receive and how they receive them.

What is the process for joining DES?

Firstly, we will determine if TURSA can directly register you into our service and guide you through the referral process.
If this is not possible, Services Australia will complete an assessment to see if you are eligible and will refer you to a DES provider that is most accessible to you.
You have the choice of what DES provider you want to join or work with. If you would like to change or join TURSA, you can drop in, or call into any of our 58 convenient locations.
Once you have joined TURSA’s DES programme, you will be paired with a Disability Employment Advocate to start your journey to employment with us.

How do I know if I am eligible for Disability Employment Services?

To be eligible for Disability Employment Services, you must:

Have a disability, injury or mental health condition
Be an Australian resident or eligible visa holder aged 14 to 65
Be at or above the minimum working age in your state or territory.
Be able to work between 8 and 30 hours a week.
Not be studying full time.
Not be currently working at or above your Employee Benchmark hours.

Is DES only for people with physical disabilities?

No. TURSA also supports participants who have injuries or mental health conditions to obtain and sustain a job.

Is there a cost to me?

No. The DES program is funded by Australia’s Federal Government and has no cost associated with participants.

I am with a different Disability Employment Provider. Can I switch to TURSA?

If you are currently with another provider and wish to swap to TURSA, call your local office for assistance by using our location finder.

I’m still at school. Do you offer support for me?

The Eligible School Leaver (ESL) program is designed to help you transition from school to work. The TURSA team will work with you to discover your career goals and ambitions and help you develop a plan to get there while completing your schooling. While the ESL program is typically for year 12 students, support can be considered for any student transitioning into the workforce, while completing their final year of schooling.