Inclusive Employment Australia is coming
The Australian Government’s new employment program, Inclusive Employment Australia is coming 1 November 2025! This program will be replacing the current Disability Employment Services (DES) program. atWork Australia is excited and honoured to announce that we will be offering this program from 50 regions across six states in Australia.
Inclusive Employment Australia will help create a more inclusive future where people living with disability as well as those with injury or health condition can get support to prepare for, find and maintain work, and grow their career. The program places participants at the centre of the service, improving and simplifying services for people looking for work as well as employers.
What does the new Inclusive Employment Australia program mean for you?
Inclusive Employment Australia will be replacing the current DES program, starting 1 November. If you are a current DES client to atWork Australia, or any other provider, you will automatically transition to the new program. Your provider, as well as DSS will be in touch with you. You are not required to change anything. You will continue to get the same great service from the same friendly faces in the same place.
With the new program, you will be getting greater flexibility, services and support. Changes to the current DES program include:
- Intensive support for people who are preparing to be ready to work. This includes tailored support to help you become work ready.
- Flexible support for people who don’t need intensive services. We get to know you and what you need on your journey.
- Removal of the two-year limit on the time people can stay in the program. This means that we can continue to support you for as long as you need us.
In addition to this support, more people will be able to access support, including:
- People with an assessed work capacity of less than 8 hours per week.
- Voluntary participants not getting a Centrelink income support payment.
Our Inclusive Employment Australia locations
atWork Australia will be offering Inclusive Employment Australia from 50 regions in six states across Australia. From Townsville in Queensland to Bridgewater in Tasmania and across to Perth in Western Australia, our teams across the nation are looking forward to getting to know you, your goals, interests and aspirations. A full list of all of the regions we will be servicing is below. Specific office locations and addresses will be shared closer to 1 November.
Where we’ll be
- Canterbury/Bankstown
- Central Coast
- Central Western Sydney
- Fairfield
- Hunter
- Keepit
- Liverpool
- Lower Hunter
- Nepean
- North Coast
- Outer Western Sydney
- Patterson
- Southern Ranges
- St George-Sutherland
- Wollongong
- Bundaberg
- Capricornia
- Gold Coast
- Ipswich
- Mackay
- North Brisbane
- Outer North Brisbane
- Sunshine Coast
- Toowoomba
- Townsville
- Gawler
- Northern Adelaide
- Southern Adelaide
- Western Adelaide
- Bayside
- Bendigo
- Calder
- East Gippsland
- Eureka
- Geelong
- Goulburn Valley
- Latrobe Valley
- Maroondah
- Monash
- Ovens
- Peninsula
- Plenty
- Westgate
- Central & West Metro
- Dale
- East Metro
- North Metro
- Hobart
- Launceston
- West & North West
atWork Australia can help you shape your future with the Inclusive Employment Australia program
When you choose atWork Australia as your provider, you get over 20 years of experience, advice and connections. We work together to meet your goals with a truly individual approach, putting your needs front and centre. We are your Job Coach, your advocate and your partner as you find the right job for you.
We’ll equip you with the tools to unlock your full employment potential. We aim to empower you to find a career that gives you the stimulation and reward you deserve, and helps you build upon your career goals.
We’re proud to offer our clients a full-scale suite of support, ranging from practical help at the start of your employment journey through to post-appointment check-ins once you’ve started your job. Our services are tailored to you as an individual, considering your goals, interests and aspirations both inside and outside work so we can find you sustainable career.
Questions you might have
All current Disability Employment Services clients will still receive the same great service as per usual until 1 November. On and after 1 November, the new Inclusive Employment Australia program will be in place. If you have any questions in relation to our current servicing please get in touch with us as your provider either at your regular office or on 1300 08 856
The new Inclusive Employment Australia program will begin on 1 November.
No you are not required to do anything. If you’re a DES participant, the Department of Social Services will contact you with further details. Alternatively, your Employment Service Provider should be in contact to update you as needed.
From 1 August, the DES Transition Line will be open for any client enquiries. You can contact them on 1800 227 337.
Support for Employers
We are still here to support you, and your business’ diversity and inclusion goals. As a part of the Inclusive Employment Australia program, Employers will access expert guidance from providers on recruitment and workplace practices, like what was previously offered with Disability Employment Services. atWork Australia will work with you to:
- Identify your business needs
- Find suitable candidates that fit your business
- Access training
- Make workplace adjustments, job customisation and tailoring
- Provide safe and productive workplaces for all
- Retain employees living with disability
You may also be eligible for the new wage subsidy program
We’d love to tell you more and answer any questions you may have. Please call us on 1300 080 856 or send an email to contact@atworkaustralia.com.au and let’s get started today