If you or your family member are navigating the NDIS, you may have come across the category “Finding and Keeping a Job.”
It is one of the most important supports for participants who want to work, but it is also one of the most misunderstood.
In this blog, we break down what it actually means, what participants receive, and how the right support can make a real difference.
What does “Finding and Keeping a Job” actually cover?
“Finding and Keeping a Job” sits under Capacity Building supports within the NDIS.
It is designed to help participants develop the skills, confidence and support needed to move into employment and maintain it over time.
This funding can be used for:
- building communication and social skills
- developing confidence and independence
- learning workplace expectations and routines
- resume writing and job applications
- interview preparation
- travel training and daily living skills
- support once a participant starts work
It is not just about getting a job. It is about building the capacity to sustain employment long term.
Why this support matters
Many participants have the ability and desire to work, but may not yet feel confident or ready.
Without the right support, this can lead to:
- uncertainty about where to start
- low confidence in applying for jobs
- difficulty adjusting to workplace environments
- challenges maintaining employment
This is why “Finding and Keeping a Job” funding is so important. It creates a structured pathway where participants can build skills step by step.
The gap we often see
Across the sector, there is still a gap between receiving support and achieving real employment outcomes. Some participants receive general skill building but are not guided into real world opportunities. Others are not given enough personalised support to match their individual goals, strengths and interests. This can lead to participants finishing supports without feeling ready or connected to employment.
How Closer Care approaches employment support
At Closer Care, we take a different approach.
Our Employment Launch Program is designed to support participants to become job ready in a way that feels achievable, practical and aligned to who they are.
We do not take a one size fits all approach.
Every participant is supported through a tailored pathway that focuses on:
- understanding their strengths, interests and goals
- building confidence and communication skills
- developing independence and routine
- preparing for real world work environments
- supporting the transition into employment
We believe that meaningful outcomes come from personalised, relationship based support, not just program delivery.
More than just skill building
Employment is not just about technical skills.
It is about feeling confident, capable and supported.
That is why our approach integrates:
- social and emotional development
- communication and connection
- real life experiences
- ongoing support as participants move forward
Our goal is to help participants move from uncertainty to confidence, and from support into real opportunities.
Supporting the journey into employment
“Finding and Keeping a Job” funding is there to support a journey, not just a moment.
With the right guidance, structure and personalised support, participants can build the skills and confidence needed to take meaningful steps toward employment.
If you are navigating this space and are unsure where to start, understanding how this funding works is the first step.
