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DES Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become an ETC client?

You can register for Disability Employment Services (DES) direct with us or via Centrelink.

Register through us:

We’re here to help you build a meaningful career that supports your injury, illness, or disability.

Looking for work when living with an injury, illness or disability can start to feel overwhelming, especially if the search is taking longer than expected.

Call us on 1800 007 400 or complete one of our forms on the website. We will set up an initial appointment with you to discuss the next steps.

We can help you with an Employment Services Assessment with Centrelink if you are required to complete one.

Register with us through Centrelink:

Call the Centrelink employment services line and tell them you want to register as looking for work, or visit the Centrelink office.

Request ETC as your Disability Employment Service (DES) provider and they will create an appointment time for you to meet our team.

How to switch providers and register with ETC?

If you are registered with another Disability Employment Service provider and find that they are not the right fit for you, it is now even easier to transfer to our services.

You can contact our specialist team today to discuss your current situation and how we can help.

Find out more information about DES Participant Choice at Job Access.

What is DES-DMS?

This stands for Disability Employment Service – Disability Management Services

This is for you if you:

  • have a injury, illness or disability
  • need help to find a job, and
  • may need occasional support at work

ETC offers this service in the following locations: Coomera, Helensvale, Nerang, Murwillumbah, Palm Beach, Robina, Southport, Tweed Heads, Ballina, Byron Bay, Casino, Lismore, Grafton, Woolgoolga, Coffs Harbour, Nambucca, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Taree, Tuncurry.

What is DES-ESS

This stands for Disability Employment Service – Employment Support Services

This is for you if you meet all of the following:

  • have a permanent injury, illness or disability
  • need help to find a job, and
  • will need regular, ongoing support in the workplace.

ETC offers this service in the Hastings area and has sites in Port Macquarie, and Wauchope.

I am a school leaver; can you help me?

As an early school leaver, you are not required to be receiving income support to be eligible for Disability Support Services with ETC. Call us today on 1800 007 400 to speak with one of our specialist team members and we can advise how we can help you.

Finding work with a disability

Finding the right job to support your disability can be challenging. All avenues for job search are open to you to find work including online jobs websites, newspapers, cold calling and so on. Visit our job seeker tool kit for hints and tips about job seeking and finding a job right for you.

Importantly a Disability Employment Service provider like ETC has made contact with employers who have positions that suit your ability.

Register with a Disability Employment Service Provider like ETC to:

  • Help find the right job and the right employer for you,
  • Tailor the job description to match your abilities,
  • Recommend physical modifications to a workplace if needed,
  • Prepare you and your future employer about what to expect,
  • Advise your new employer about any financial support that may be available for employing people with disability,
  • Provide on or off-site support for you and your employer as required,
  • Support you in the workplace and talk about any issues with your employer should you wish them to do so.
Finding a job after illness

Finding the right job for you when returning to the workforce after illness is often difficult. All of the usual avenues are open to you to find work including online jobs websites, newspapers, cold calling and so on. Visit our job seeker toolkit for hints and tips about job seeking and finding a job right for you.

Importantly a Disability Employment Service provider like ETC has made contact with employers who have positions that are able to support your disability.

Register with a Disability Employment Service Provider like ETC to:

  • Help find the right job and the right employer for you,
  • Tailor the job description to match your abilities,
  • Recommend physical modifications to a workplace if needed,
  • Prepare you and your future employer about what to expect,
  • Advise your new employer about any financial support that may be available for employing people with disability,
  • Provide on or off-site support for you and your employer as required,
  • Support you in the workplace and talk about any issues with your employer should you wish them to do so.
Finding a job after mental illness

Finding the right job for you when returning to the workforce from mental illness is often difficult. All of the usual avenues are open to you to find work including online jobs websites, newspapers, cold calling and so on. Visit our job seeker toolkit for hints and tips about job seeking and finding a job right for you.

Importantly a Disability Employment Service provider like ETC has made contact with employers who have positions that are able to support your disability.

Register with a Disability Employment Service Provider like ETC to:

  • Help find the right job and the right employer for you,
  • Tailor the job description to match your abilities,
  • Recommend physical modifications to a workplace if needed,
  • Prepare you and your future employer about what to expect,
  • Advise your new employer about any financial support that may be available for employing people with disability,
  • Provide on or off-site support for you and your employer as required,
  • Support you in the workplace and talk about any issues with your employer should you wish them to do so.
Finding work after long-term illness

Finding the right job for you when returning to the workforce from a long-term illness is often difficult. All of the usual avenues are open to you to find work including online jobs websites, newspapers, cold calling and so on. Visit our job seeker toolkit for hints and tips about job seeking and finding a job right for you.

Importantly a Disability Employment Service provider like ETC has made contact with employers who have positions that are able to support your disability.

Register with a Disability Employment Service Provider like ETC to:

  • Help find the right job and the right employer for you,
  • Tailor the job description to match your abilities,
  • Recommend physical modifications to a workplace if needed,
  • Prepare you and your future employer about what to expect,
  • Advise your new employer about any financial support that may be available for employing people with disability,
  • Provide on or off-site support for you and your employer as required,
  • Support you in the workplace and talk about any issues with your employer should you wish them to do so.
Finding work after injury

Finding the right job that supports you when returning to the workforce from an injury is often difficult. All of the usual avenues are open to you to find work including online jobs websites, newspapers, cold calling and so on. Visit our job seeker toolkit for hints and tips about job seeking and finding a job right for you.

Importantly a Disability Employment Service provider like ETC has made contact with employers who have positions that are able to support your disability.

Register with a Disability Employment Service Provider like ETC to:

  • Help find the right job and the right employer for you,
  • Tailor the job description to match your abilities,
  • Recommend physical modifications to a workplace if needed,
  • Prepare you and your future employer about what to expect,
  • Advise your new employer about any financial support that may be available for employing people with disability,
  • Provide on or off-site support for you and your employer as required,
  • Support you in the workplace and talk about any issues with your employer should you wish them to do so.
 
 

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