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What our DES job seekers say
"I think what sets CoAct / MTC Australia apart from regular job providers is the continued engagement, encouragement and empathy. They didn’t just do it for me; they helped me to help myself.”
Larissa - job seeker registered with CoAct / MTC Australia
What are Disability Employment Services (DES)?
Disability Employment Services helps people with a disability, injury, illness or health condition find work and stay employed. It’s a government program and we’re one of Australia’s leading DES providers.
You might be eligible for DES if you're:
- Living with a physical or intellectual disability, learning difficulties, mental health conditions or those that are blind, visually impaired, deaf or hearing impaired
- an Australian citizen or hold a Permanent resident, Temporary Protection, Special Category or Safe Haven Visa
- aged between 14 and 65
- able to work at least 8 hours per week
- receiving an income support payment from Centrelink or are a current NDIS participant
How we help job seekers get work ready
Our experienced team at CoAct / MTC Australia can help you grow your confidence by helping you to:
- identify your career goals
- develop a professional CV and effective cover letter
- practice your interview technique
- find appropriate jobs via job sites, Seek, Indeed and local job boards
- connect with local, disability friendly employers
Already working? Support to keep your job
Throught the Work Assist program, CoAct / MTC Australia provides support to eligible employees who are having difficulty fulfilling the essential requirements of their role due to their injury, disability or health condition.
We can work with you and your employer to provide assistance to maximise support to keep working.
No job experience? No problem!
If you are new to work or returning to employment after an extended break it can feel overwhelming to get started on your job search.
Our dedicated DES team can assist you to get your first job regardless of your experience level - full time, part time or casual.
We can help you organise work experience or a work trial in a local business.
Local job support, local connections in the Sydney region
If you are looking for a Disability Employment Services provider near you in the Fairfield, St George or Sutherland region, then CoAct / MTC Australia has you covered.
We have conveniently located job sites providing DES support across the Sydney South and South West:
- Cabramatta
- Caringbah
- Fairfield
- Hurstville
- Sutherland
About CoAct / MTC Australia
CoAct is a pioneering not-for-profit that helps people across Australia find jobs. Our vision is a community where everyone can reach their potential through meaningful employment. We're a membership organisation and partner with local not-for-profits to deliver employment services.
MTC Australia is here to help you find a meaningful job. They will support you so you can achieve your goals and create the life you want to lead. Once you have found your ideal job, the support doesn’t stop there! MTC Australia will help you settle into your position and make sure you’re on the right path to success.
