Centre of Hope delivers NDIS Employment Coaching across Sydney and all of New South Wales 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.
Employment Coaching sits in your plan under Finding and Keeping a Job. This is time-limited NDIS funding for working-age participants, designed to support every stage of your work journey.
Read the funding guideAsk about employment coaching.
Leave your details and our team will call you to talk through your NDIS plan and the support you are after. No pressure, and no obligation.
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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 & program liaison
Coordinating with employers and employment programs such as Inclusive Employment Australia, 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.
The 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 your program
We work alongside Inclusive Employment Australia and any other employment program 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 Inclusive Employment Australia?
No, but they can work together. Inclusive Employment Australia is a separate Australian Government disability employment program, which you register for through Services Australia. Our NDIS Employment Coaching builds the skills, confidence and routines that help you succeed in a program like this or in open employment. Many participants use both.
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.
Your work journey starts here.
Whether you want to explore what's possible, or you're ready to make a referral, our team is here. Email any time, or call us during business hours.
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