Employment services for job seekers

CoAct delivers government-funded employment services that can be accessed when you register with Centrelink, including personalised support through Workforce Australia, Workforce Australia – Transition to Work and Disability Employment Services (DES). 

 We’re a national network of not-for-profit community organisations that share the goal of supporting job seekers who are most in need. We help people find and keep a job that will suit their needs.  

Our employment programs offer various types of assistance based on your individual requirements, and they all include the following steps to help you:

1. Enhance your job-searching skills
2. Discover job opportunities in your vicinity
3. Craft a compelling resume
4. Prepare for job interviews
5. Communicate confidently with potential employers

We have dedicated services for people experiencing long term unemployment, mature job seekers, young job seekers, and those transitioning from school.

For Indigenous Australians or individuals from culturally diverse communities seeking their next job, we have specialised support available.

No matter your situation, we are committed to helping you succeed in your job search.

You may be eligible for Disability Employment Services (DES) if you are:

• living with a disability, mental health condition, treated illness or injury that makes it difficult to find and keep a job. 
• an Australian citizen or hold a permanent resident, or on a Temporary Protection, Special Category or Safe Haven Visa.
• aged between 14 and 67.
• able to work at least 8 hours per week and no more than 30. 
• are receiving an income support payment.

You may be eligible for personalised support via Workforce Australia if you are:

• currently unemployed.
• someone who will benefit from more intensive assistance.
• on income support with mutual obligation requirements.

If you plan to register for employment services with Centrelink, or already are registered, give yourself the best chance of success by asking for CoAct to be your employment services provider.  

 You can: 

1. Visit your local Centrelink office and ask to be referred to CoAct .

1. Visit your local CoAct employment specialist and ask our team to help you register with Centrelink. They can: explain the process, help you complete any paperwork and let you know what you need to do to receive support payments.