Inclusive Employment Australia
Find a job that's right for you with help from APM Employment Services.
Disability, injury, or health condition?
We help people with disability, injury, or health conditions find the right job, whether with big or small employers.
With experience in 400 communities across Australia, we provide personalised and local support. Our team includes members who have firsthand experience with disability.
Speak to our Inclusive Employment Australia team today to see if you’re eligible for our support to prepare for, find, and keep a job that suits you.
What is Inclusive Employment Australia?
Inclusive Employment Australia is the new name for Disability Employment Services (DES).
It is an employment program to help Australians with a disability, injury, or health condition, prepare for, find, and succeed in a job.
If you're eligible for Inclusive Employment Australia, we work with you to tailor your support to meet your specific needs. It may include helping you:
- prepare for joining the workforce
- train in specific job skills
- write resumes and job applications
- boost your interview skills
- look for fulfilling and suitable jobs
- meet local employers
- access health or other local support services
When you start working we may also help you with:
- on-the-job training
- access to uniforms, tools or equipment
- speaking to your boss and co-workers
- ongoing support in your job
- modifying your workplace
Get started in three easy steps
Step three
You get to work with your employment consultant and start your plan for new skills, training or a job that’s right for you.
Step two
If you're eligible, you'll meet your APM employment consultant and tell them your interests, goals and challenges.
Step one
Register with us, and we'll be in touch to discuss your eligibility and how to join Inclusive Employment Australia with APM.
Am I eligible for Inclusive Employment Australia?
If you have a disability, injury, or health condition that impacts how much you can work, you may be able to join Inclusive Employment Australia if you are:
- aged 14 to 67 and legally allowed to work
- able to work up to 30 hours a week (with support if needed)
- an NDIS participant or eligible school leaver
Other eligibility criteria may also apply.
Learn more on our eligibility page or chat to us to find out if you can join.
Call 1800 276 276 or click below to register and we'll be in touch.
Support to suit you and your goals
When you register for Inclusive Employment Australia, we start by getting to know and understand you.
We discuss your interests, the type of work you would like to do, and your employment goals.
Then we work together to help you achieve your goals and find the right job for you.
You may be eligible for training courses to prepare for your ideal job, or support to search and apply for work while managing personal challenges.
Whatever your goal, your support is unique.
Supported disabilities
Explore the disabilities, injuries, and health conditions of people we support.
NDIS participants
How to apply for support when you're an NDIS participant.
School leavers
Access Inclusive Employment Australia if you're preparing to leave or have recently left school.
Choose what defines you
If you have a disability, injury or health condition, we know it doesn’t define you.
That’s why we’ll work with you to find, and support you in, the right job for you.
Chat with us today and choose what defines you, and see how these participants chose to achieve their goals with support from APM.
More than 80,000 people with disability, injury, or a health condition chose APM Employment Services last year
Why people choose to join APM
We know how important the right job can be for your health and happiness.
It shows there’s more to you than your disability, injury or health condition.
We know because APM has been helping Australians thrive in the workplace for more than 30 years.
APM Employment Services is a national provider of Inclusive Employment Australia, with local teams supported by nationwide expertise.
Success stories
When you start with APM
We set up your first appointment so you can meet your dedicated inclusive employment consultant
They will listen to your challenges and what you want to achieve.
They're your guide to getting the most from Inclusive Employment Australia. This includes:
- discussing your disability, injury, or health condition, and the support you need to achieve your goals
- providing you with a copy of our Service Guarantee and Code of Practice
- explaining your rights, obligations and prepare a job plan to help you stay on track
- exploring how to best search for a job or other career-related goals
When you find a job
When you start working, we’re still here for you.
Your APM employment consultant will check in with you regularly to see how you’re going and help with any challenges you may have.
If you need us, we can provide on-the-job support, which may include workplace modifications, skills training, and other assistance to help you succeed at work.
And we can also meet with your employer and co-workers to ensure a supportive work environment.
We’re here to help you once you start your new job, making sure you feel supported and confident at work for the long term.
Want to know more?
Inclusive Employment Australia has replaced Disability Employment Services
Inclusive Employment Australia replaced the Disability Employment Services (DES) program in November 2025.
All participants registered with DES have been assigned to an Inclusive Employment Australia provider.
If you would like to change your provider and join APM Employment Services, get in touch with our customer support centre who can guide you through the process.
Call 1800 276 276 or email support@apm.net.au
Frequently asked questions
About APM Employment Services
Supporting employers big and small
Family business or national company - we help employers find the right person, wherever they’re needed.
We're here for you, wherever you are
With 400+ inclusive employment teams across Australia, your path to the career you want, may be closer than you think.
Real people, real experience
Connected to your community, your nearest APM team may include people with disability and experience of inclusive employment in Australia.
Dedicated purpose-driven team
We continue learning and developing new skills to deliver people with disability and employers the best support.
First Nations support
We work with local organisations, employers, and communities to support job seekers and grow opportunities.
Cultural and language diversity
Our diverse team understands the unique challenges faced by people from a variety of non-English speaking backgrounds.
