Considering these factors and whether you should get NDIS employment support 2026, as a NDIS participant, wanting to work, find a job, change jobs or develop your skills, we’re going to tell you what NDIS employment support 2026 can offer you. The NDIS provides NDIS employment support that may include helping participants develop skills at work, find or change employment, access support at work, and achieve employment goals. What type of support will depend on your goals, situations, disability-related needs and NDIS plan.
What Employment Support Does the NDIS Provide in 2026?
The NDIS currently provides employment-related support across different stages of a participant’s employment journey. This can include:
- Building skills for work
- Finding or changing jobs
- Getting support while working
- Employment-related assessment, counselling and advice
- Building independence and skills that support employment
The right support depends on the participant’s individual goals, circumstances and disability-related needs.
For the NDIS’s current information on employment support, see the NDIS Guide to Employment.
Building Skills and Confidence for Work
For some participants, employment support starts with preparing for work rather than immediately looking for a job. NDIS support can help build practical skills and confidence needed to participate in a workplace.
This may include:
- Getting to and from work
- Working as part of a team
- Problem-solving
- Completing workplace tasks
- Understanding employer expectations
- Workplace communication
- Building confidence in real work settings
The type of support will depend on the participant’s employment goals and individual circumstances.
Support to Find or Change Jobs
When a participant is ready to find work, NDIS employment assistance is available to assist with employment search, and achieve employment that is consistent with the participants skills and interests. Assistance may include: Finding appropriate employment Searching for employment options Engaging with employers Changing jobs Building a career Each participant’s needs will be different, and the support will depend on the participant’s employment aspirations and circumstances.
Support While You Are Working
Getting a job is only one part of employment. Some NDIS participants may also need ongoing support after they start working to help them manage workplace responsibilities and stay engaged in their role.
This may include:
- Support for employers
- Assistance with workplace tasks
- On-the-job coaching
- Training
- Mentoring
- Personal care at work where required
Support can be provided in different workplace settings and may be delivered individually or in a group, depending on the participant’s needs.
Employment-Related Assessment, Counselling and Advice
Employment-related assessment, counselling and advice is another type of support currently described by the NDIS. It can help participants better understand their strengths, barriers and employment goals.
Depending on the participant’s needs, allied health professionals may provide support such as:
- Vocational or functional assessments
- Identifying strengths and barriers to work
- Developing an appropriate work goal
- Support with workplace adjustments
- Counselling where disability affects returning to a previous position
- Education for the participant and employer
This type of employment-related support can overlap with the role of a rehabilitation counsellor, particularly where disability-related needs affect vocational goals or workplace participation.
For participants who need this type of specialised support, NDIS rehabilitation counselling may be relevant.
How Do You Know Which Employment Support You Need?
The right employment support depends on where you are in your employment journey and what barriers you are experiencing.
1. If You Are Preparing for Work
You may need support to build workplace skills, confidence and independence.
2. If You Are Looking for Work
You may need help identifying suitable employment and developing skills for finding a job.
3. If You Are Already Working
You may need workplace support, coaching, mentoring or assistance with specific tasks.
4. If Disability Is Creating Barriers to Employment
Employment-related assessment, counselling or vocational support may help identify barriers and practical strategies.
5. If You Want to Change Jobs or Progress Your Career
Employment support may help you work towards a new employment goal that better matches your skills and circumstances.
How Employment Goals Fit Into an NDIS Plan?
Employment can be an important goal for participants at different stages of life. Your employment goal can reflect what you want to achieve based on your current situation, skills and support needs.
An employment goal might include:
- Getting your first job
- Increasing your working hours
- Changing jobs
- Maintaining employment
- Developing workplace skills
- Working towards a particular type of job
Employment goals can be discussed during your NDIS planning meeting and included in your NDIS plan. How to set employment goals can provide further information about setting goals with the NDIS.
What Happens When Your Employment Support Is Reviewed?
As you work towards an employment goal, it can be useful to review your progress and whether your current supports are still meeting your needs.
During a plan reassessment, participants can discuss their progress towards employment goals and whether additional funding may be needed. Employment providers may also provide reports outlining:
- Your work goal
- Supports provided
- Progress made
- Skills that still need development
- Plans for reaching the goal
This can help show how your employment support is contributing towards your goals and what areas may still require assistance.
Need Support With an NDIS Employment Goal?
Janalli Services provides rehabilitation counselling and vocational support for NDIS participants working towards employment and workplace goals. Matthew Kyte, Rehabilitation Counsellor and Vocational Specialist, can support participants with vocational goals, workplace readiness, employment-related assessment, workplace adjustments and sustainable workplace participation. Based in Logan and supporting participants across Southeast Queensland, Janalli also offers Telehealth where appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about NDIS employment support and the options available to participants in 2026.
1. What employment support does the NDIS provide?
The NDIS can fund employment-related supports to help participants build skills for work, find or change jobs, receive support while working and work towards employment goals. Depending on individual circumstances, this may include workplace skills development, on-the-job coaching, mentoring and employment-related assessment, counselling and advice.
2. Can the NDIS help me find a job?
Yes. The NDIS can fund employment supports that help eligible participants find work that matches their skills and goals. Support may also help participants prepare for employment and work with employers.
3. Can the NDIS help me keep my job?
Yes. Eligible participants may receive employment-related support while working, including on-the-job coaching, mentoring, workplace support and assistance for employers.
4. Can the NDIS fund vocational assessments?
Yes. The NDIS currently describes vocational or functional assessment as part of employment-related assessment, counselling and advice. These assessments can help identify strengths, barriers and suitable employment goals.
5. Can NDIS employment support include workplace adjustments?
Yes. Employment-related support can include assistance with workplace adjustments where appropriate. The type of adjustment will depend on the participant’s individual needs and work situation.
Working Towards an NDIS Employment Goal?
Whether you are preparing for work, looking for a job, returning to work or trying to maintain your current role, the right support can help you work towards a sustainable employment goal.
Janalli Services provides rehabilitation counselling and vocational support in Logan, Southeast Queensland and through Telehealth where appropriate.
Call us today on 0403-258-258
Email us at: info@janalliservices.com.au
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