Disability, injury or health condition

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We can find the right job for you!

Sign for Work supports people with a permanent injury, health condition or disability to find the right job. 

Our service is free and we help organise anything you might need to get you ready for work. The Sign for Work team are aware of the barriers you can face when looking for employment. We work with you one on one so we can understand what job you want and the support you might need to maintain work. Together we can make a work plan to suit you.

Sign for Work has built strong relationships with a range of employers in many industries. We can directly market you to our employer network and help you build skills for your future.  

Once you get a job, we will support you for as long as you need it. We often help people move into their next job on their career journey. Whether you are returning to work or it’s your first ever job, Sign for Work will help you all the way! 

How we can help

Employment Preparation

We provide you with:

  • Advice and support on working towards life and career goals
  • Assistance to identify suitable employment and/or training options
  • Support to obtain relevant certificates and licences e.g. White Card etc.
  • Assistance to connect you to work experience or volunteering to build your skills
  • Assistance to develop an effective resume

Job Search

We provide you with:

  • Access to our job search facilities at each Sign for Work office
  • Assistance and support with job applications and cover letters
  • Interview skills training
  • Funding for interview and work clothing
  • Assistance in connecting you to employers for jobs
  • Government Wage Subsidies to maximise your employment opportunities

When you get a Job

We provide you with:

  • 6 months of post placement support and on-the-job assistance to settle you in to your new job
  • After 6 months, ongoing support should for as long as you need it
  • Assistance to access Employment Assistance Fund (EAF)
  • Assistance to access Workplace Modifications to help you at work
  • Access to Auslan interpreters should you require it

Are you ready to take a leap?