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Disability Employment Services Lismore

Q: What is the process for joining DES?

Firstly, we will determine if TURSA can directly register you into our service and guide you through the referral process. If this is not possible, Services Australia will complete an assessment to see if you are eligible and will refer you to a DES provider that is most accessible to you. You have the choice of what DES provider you want to join or work with. If you would like to change or join TURSA , you can drop in, or call into any of our 58 convenient locations. Once you have joined TURSA ’s DES programme, you will be paired with a Disability Employment Advocate to start your journey to employment with us.

Q: Is DES only for people with physical disabilities?

No. TURSA also supports participants who have injuries or mental health conditions to obtain and sustain a job.

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How our Lismore Disability Employment Services Can Help You

TURSA is one of the Northern Rivers’ most well-known and experienced disability employment service providers focused on helping Lismore find employment. We understand the challenges disability job seekers in Lismore face, as well as the importance of finding meaningful employment. Our Disability Employment Services can help you develop the skills you need and the confidence to find and retain employment with our ongoing support.

We’re very proud to help Lismore with opportunities to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives – we’re ready to help you. Reach out to our Lismore team to get started.

Our Lismore Disability Employment Services are created for individual needs and requirements, creating pathways that are purpose-made to help create long-lasting employment opportunities. With guidance from our Lismore Disability Employment Advocates, job-seekers will have one-on-one support and guidance to nurture confidence and reach goals.

If you’re searching for employment, take your first steps and reach out to a friendly member of our Lismore team or fill in the form below.

We also help Lismore businesses hire people with a disability.

TURSA - Lismore’s Long Term Disability Employment Services Provider - Where Experience Makes a Difference

Our Disability Employment Advocates offer more than just free employment services – they are dedicated to getting you where YOU want to be. They craft individualised plans, tailored to your current situation and future aspirations; with the aim of building confidence and unlocking your inherent potential. In Lismore, we provide a range of supports that can help you start or resume meaningful employment opportunities, including:

creating plans to help achieve your goals
supporting you with access to community services if needed
resume help
interview coaching
on-site computer facilities and resources for you to use
support liaising with suitable employers
job training, workshops, and education
relocation assistance
workplace modifications
on-the-job support for up to a year or more from when you start to work

The Lismore TURSA team are committed to helping those managing disabilities to find the right fit for their strengths, abilities, and needs of employers. We strive to create inclusive environments where disability job seekers can thrive and be successful in their careers.

Find us in Lismore, and contact our team today to begin.

The service to expect from TURSA

At TURSA all DES-ESS services are delivered to meet and exceed National Standards for Disability Services. What else can you expect?

You will be assigned a specialist Disability Employment Adviser to work with you personally
Fortnightly face to face appointments available as well as flexible options to meet your needs as required
Tailored job plans with goal setting and planning reviewed with you as your needs change
Courteous, qualified and experienced staff who will work with you to achieve your employment goals
The opportunity for you to provide regular feedback to TURSA
Our assessment processes will ensure that you are fully equipped to remain in the workplace without intervention before exiting our services

Why You Should Choose TURSA Lismore for Your Disability Employment Needs

For almost three decades, TURSA has been striving to reduce unemployment in local communities, communities just like Lismore, by providing job seekers with dedicated Disability Employment Services. Our holistic approach is person-centred; introducing individualised guidance from qualified Disability Employment Advocates for each participant to ensure our offerings are suitable for their ambitions.

We take pride in facilitating meaningful, sustainable career opportunities within local communities that last long into the future. With hands-on support from your Disability Employment Advocate, each participant gains access to our Participant Portal which houses links to services to help you reach your career goals,

Let us unlock your potential and shape it into achievable, career-oriented goals. We are committed to helping you maximise your talents to find sustainable employment.

If you’re in Lismore, contact our friendly team today or fill in the form below to find your path to meaningful, sustainable employment.

Disability Employment Services FAQs

What is DES?

A Disability Employment Service (DES) supports people with a disability, injury or mental health condition to prepare for, find and keep a job. DES gives participants flexibility and choice in what services they receive and how they receive them.

What is the process for joining DES?

Firstly, we will determine if TURSA can directly register you into our service and guide you through the referral process.
If this is not possible, Services Australia will complete an assessment to see if you are eligible and will refer you to a DES provider that is most accessible to you.
You have the choice of what DES provider you want to join or work with. If you would like to change or join TURSA, you can drop in, or call into any of our 58 convenient locations.
Once you have joined TURSA’s DES programme, you will be paired with a Disability Employment Advocate to start your journey to employment with us.

How do I know if I am eligible for Disability Employment Services?

To be eligible for Disability Employment Services, you must:

Have a disability, injury or mental health condition
Be an Australian resident or eligible visa holder aged 14 to 65
Be at or above the minimum working age in your state or territory.
Be able to work between 8 and 30 hours a week.
Not be studying full time.
Not be currently working at or above your Employee Benchmark hours.

Is DES only for people with physical disabilities?

No. TURSA also supports participants who have injuries or mental health conditions to obtain and sustain a job.

Is there a cost to me?

No. The DES program is funded by Australia’s Federal Government and has no cost associated with participants.

I am with a different Disability Employment Provider. Can I switch to TURSA?

If you are currently with another provider and wish to swap to TURSA, call your local office for assistance by using our location finder.

I’m still at school. Do you offer support for me?

The Eligible School Leaver (ESL) program is designed to help you transition from school to work. The TURSA team will work with you to discover your career goals and ambitions and help you develop a plan to get there while completing your schooling. While the ESL program is typically for year 12 students, support can be considered for any student transitioning into the workforce, while completing their final year of schooling.