SkillsPlus is a leading specialist employment agency that has been assisting people with disabilities achieve their employment goals since 1991. We offer a range of programs and services with the aim to improve lives and strengthen communities.

 

Our friendly staff will work with you to build your own individually tailored Employment Pathway Plan. We achieve great results through providing the right assistance to ensure that you have a successful transition to work.

 

As a non-profit charitable organisation, any profit that we make is invested back into the community.SkillsPlus is a specialist employment agency that has been assisting people with disabilities achieve their employment goals since 1991.

 

We have access to hundreds of local employers looking for staff today! When you register at Centrelink, ask to be referred to SkillsPlus so we can start working with you straight away. Our Disability Employment Services (DES) is funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS) and offers a person centred & holistic approach to our jobseekers pathways to employment.

 

Please click here to access the SkillsPlus and BRACE Equal Employment Opportunity Diversity Policy and Code of Conduct.

Are you eligible?

Anyone with a permanent (or likely permanent) disability, illness or injury can access our program. We provide longer term, personalised support to help you build capacity, look for work and stay in employment.

Want to register with SkillsPlus?

When you register at Centrelink, ask to be referred to SkillsPlus so that we can start working with you straight away.

 

Not sure if you are eligible? Contact Centrelink by calling 13 28 50, visit your nearest Centrelink office, or visit the Centrelink website.

 

Or if you'd like to speak to one of our experienced staff today, contact SkillsPlus Disability Employment Services for further information.

  • Skills Assessment

    We will complete a skills assessment and provide you with the right career advice and assistance to gain new skills and/or qualifications.

  • Improve your chances of getting a job

    Assist you to look for work, write a résumé and prepare for interviews

  • Develop your Employment Pathway Plan

    Our Employment Consultants will work with you to build your own individually tailored Employment Pathway Plan.

  • Break down Barriers

    Assist you to address barriers that may be making finding a job difficult.

  • Earn or Learn

    Our first priority is to help you find work. We provide 3 pathways to employment and our Employment Consultants will discuss your earn or learn options.

  • Marketing

    Market you to appropriate employer and employment opportunities that match your skillbase.

  • Continued Support

    Our Employment Consultants can provide continued support once you get a job, including on-the job training. We can also provide ongoing support in the workplace for yourself, your co-workers and your employer.

Case Study

Before engaging with SkillsPlus at Springvale, Michelle was studying Diploma of Nursing. Michelle completed all of the theory, however, she struggled to pass the placement requirement of the course. Michelle and John (Employment Consultant) worked together on a new plan which encouraged Michelle to complete an Aged Care course first, then complete the Diploma of Nursing. Michelle enrolled into an Aged Care course and successfully completed the course. She found a job as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) straight after finishing the course. Michelle is very happy with all the support she received from Skillplus. When Michelle got her first pay check, she rang and shared her feelings; unable to describe how happy she was. John continues working with Michelle in her Post Placement Support phase and Michelle has a plan to enrol into the Diploma of Nursing again in the next 6 months when she gains enough experience as a PCA.

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