Employment coaching that actually knows the NDIS.
Centre of Hope delivers NDIS Employment Coaching under the "Finding and Keeping a Job" Capacity Building sub-category. From job readiness to settling into a new role, our coaches walk alongside you with practical skill, current NDIS knowledge, and zero jargon.
Your goals. Your plan. Our support.
Specialist employment coaching, built around you.
Our team takes the time to understand your strengths, interests, and career goals. From there, we walk with you on every step of the journey, with as much or as little support as you need. No cookie-cutter approach. No pressure.
Job readiness
Getting work-ready: routine, mindset, expectations, and what to bring on day one.
Resume & interview support
Writing a resume that reflects you, plus interview practice so you walk in with confidence.
Confidence & communication
Building the social and workplace communication skills that make day-to-day work manageable.
Workplace routine
Getting to work on time, managing breaks, structuring your day, and handling the unexpected.
Finding suitable employment
Identifying jobs that match your strengths, your goals, and your disability supports.
Support to stay employed
Help to manage workplace challenges, communicate with managers, and stay in your role over time.
Social & interpersonal skills
Building the relationships and connections that make workplaces feel welcoming.
Employer & DES liaison
Coordinating with employers and Disability Employment Services so you have one connected team.
Employment coaching is for every NDIS participant with a work goal.
- Young people aged 15 to 25 transitioning from school to work or further study
- Adults returning to work after a disability diagnosis or life change
- Participants with psychosocial disability building employment confidence
- People moving from supported employment to open employment
- Anyone with NDIS funding under "Finding and Keeping a Job" who needs structured support
Five steps. One real partnership.
From your first conversation with us through to settling into a job you love, here's exactly what working with us looks like.
Free conversation
Call, email, or send a referral. A relaxed chat about your goals, your plan, and where you are right now.
Check your funding
We confirm you have "Finding and Keeping a Job" funding in your NDIS plan, and how much is available.
Build the plan
Together we identify your strengths, interests, and the supports that will make the biggest difference.
Take action
Resume, interview practice, applications, employer conversations. We move at your pace, with you in the driver's seat.
Stay supported
Starting a job is just the beginning. We stay with you to help you settle, problem-solve, and grow in your role.
How the NDIS funds Employment Coaching
Our Employment Coaching is funded under the Finding and Keeping a Job sub-category of NDIS Capacity Building Supports. The two main support items are Employment Related Assessment, Counselling and Advice (for the practitioner-led work) and Employment Assistance including youth aged 15 to 25 (for skill-building and ongoing support).
If you're not sure whether you have this funding in your plan, give us a call or read our complete guide to NDIS Capacity Building Supports.
📊 Capacity Building · Finding and Keeping a JobThe way we work with you.
Prompt response
We respond to every enquiry within one business day. Urgent matters sooner.
Plain language
NDIS jargon translated. Always. No "Capacity Building 1.07" talk unless you want it.
Goal-led sessions
Every session is tied to a clear goal in your plan. Progress is documented and shared.
Your privacy
Confidential handling of your information, in line with the NDIS Code of Conduct.
Regular review
We review what's working every few sessions, adjusting the plan to match your progress.
Connected with DES
We work alongside Disability Employment Services and other employment programs you're using.
Good questions, honest answers.
Do I need to already have a job to use Employment Coaching?
No. We can support you whether you're at the very start of your work journey, actively looking for a job, or already in a role and needing help to stay there. The coaching is tailored to where you are right now.
How do I know if I have "Finding and Keeping a Job" funding in my plan?
It will be listed under Capacity Building Supports in your NDIS plan, with a dollar amount and possibly the support item codes for "Employment Related Assessment" or "Employment Assistance". If you're unsure, send us your plan and we can check in a few minutes.
Is Employment Coaching the same as Disability Employment Services (DES)?
No, but they complement each other. DES is a separate Federal Government employment program. Our NDIS Employment Coaching builds the skills, confidence, and routines that help you succeed in DES placements or in open employment. Many participants benefit from both running alongside each other.
How much does it cost?
Nothing out of pocket if you have funding under "Finding and Keeping a Job" in your NDIS plan. Employment Coaching is fully NDIS-funded and we work within your existing budget.
What if I'm not sure what kind of work I want to do?
That is a great place to start. We spend time exploring your interests, strengths, and goals before any applications happen. There is no pressure to know the answer on day one.
Where do you provide Employment Coaching?
We are a registered NDIS provider supporting participants across all of NSW. Sessions can happen at your home, in the community, or online depending on what works best for you.
Registered NDIS Provider
Centre of Hope Pty Ltd · ABN 89 669 596 936
