Support to achieve your employment goals in Australia
Starting work while navigating a different language and culture can sometimes feel challenging.
If you're a person with disability, injury or a health condition from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background, APM can help you prepare for, find and keep a job that suits your skills, experience and goals.
Our team understands the barriers that language, culture and unfamiliar employment systems can create. We provide personalised support to help you build confidence, connect with opportunities and succeed in the workplace.
Are you eligible for Inclusive Employment Australia?
You may be able to access Inclusive Employment Australia if you:
- Have a disability, injury or health condition
- Are aged 14 to 67
- Are legally able to work in Australia
- Need support to prepare for, find or keep a job
Inclusive Employment Australia is available to eligible people from all cultural backgrounds. You don't need to receive Centrelink payments to participate, and some people can register directly with a provider such as APM.
Support in a way that works for you
We understand that language barriers, unfamiliar employment systems and settling into a new community can affect your employment journey.
Our consultants take the time to understand your individual circumstances and provide support that's tailored to your needs.
How Inclusive Employment Australia can help
Whether you're looking for your first job in Australia, returning to work or exploring new opportunities, we're here to help.
Personalised employment support
We'll learn about your skills, experience, goals and interests and develop a plan that suits your needs.
Improve job search skills
Get help creating a resume, preparing job applications, improving interview skills and understanding Australian workplaces.
Support to find and keep a job
We'll help connect you with employers and continue supporting you after you start work.
Support that respects your culture
Interpreters and language support
Where needed, interpreters and bilingual support can help you communicate confidently throughout your employment journey.
Cultural understanding
Our team is committed to delivering respectful services that value and celebrate different cultures, languages and experiences.
Community connections
We work with local community organisations and services that can provide additional support and resources.
Did you know?
Many APM team members come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and understand the challenges that can come with looking for work in a new environment
What happens when you register?
1. Contact APM
Register online or speak with our team.
2. Meet with an employment consultant
We'll discuss your goals, skills, experience and support needs.
3. Create your employment plan
Together we'll identify the support, training and opportunities that may help you reach your goals.
4. Start your employment journey
We'll support you to build skills, connect with employers and work towards sustainable employment.
Support available before and after work
Preparing for employment
Access help with resumes, applications, interview preparation, confidence building and workplace skills.
Training and skill development
You may be able to access training, qualifications, work experience or other activities that support your goals.
Workplace support
We can help you understand workplace expectations, settle into your role and navigate challenges.
Ongoing support
When you start work, we can continue supporting you and your employer to help you succeed in the long term.
Thi's triumph in finding the right job
From the moment she stepped into APM Employment Services’ Upper Mount Gravatt office, her employment consultant, Almaree, could sense Thi’s eagerness to find a job.
Iefata succeeds with new skills
After finishing a period of seasonal work, Iefata found himself searching for employment once again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you're looking for your first job in Australia, building confidence, improving your skills or exploring new opportunities, APM can help you move towards meaningful employment.