Disability Employment Services Melbourne
If you’re living with a disability, injury, or health condition, and want to find a job in Melbourne
or VIC, speak to us. When you register for Disability Employment Services with APM,
we'll set up your first meeting with an APM consultant to get you started on your journey
to employment.
If you're living with a disability, injury, or health condition and want to work, speak to APM
APM is a provider of Disability Employment Services in Melbourne.
At APM, we’re committed to helping Victorians find meaningful work because we know that a job can change a life for the better.
We know employers who are looking to hire people like you as soon as possible.
Searching for work isn’t always easy. Sometimes a little help is all you need to open up job opportunities and find meaningful work.
If you’re living with a disability, injury, or health condition, speak to us about finding work opportunities that are right for you. We also offer support so you can thrive in your new job with confidence.
Chat with us today and choose what defines you – including a job you love.
Disability Employment Services is changing to Inclusive Employment Australia
The Australian Government has announced from 1 July 2025, a new program called Inclusive Employment Australia, will replace the Disability Employment Services (DES) program.
If you’re a current DES participant you do not need to do anything yet.
We will be in touch about your program leading up to the launch of Inclusive Employment Australia.
If you're looking for support, you can still register for DES and if you're eligible, we'll help you get started in achieving your employment goals.
Stay up to date on Inclusive Employment Australia on our DES is changing page.
What is Disability Employment Services (DES)?
DES is an initiative by the Australian Government to help people with a disability, injury, or health condition find and keep a job.
When you register with APM for Disability Employment Services in Melbourne, you’ll get personal, tailored support to help you find work that is right for you.
This could include help with:
- Managing health issues or barriers to work
- Career advice based on your unique strengths and abilities
- Searching for suitable employment opportunities
- Writing your resume and job applications
- Preparing for job interviews
- Further training to make you more employable
APM also supports people with disability, injury, or health condition to stay in work and perform well in their job. This may include:
- Workplace modifications so you can continue to work
- Special equipment and technologies to help you do your job
- Information, advice and training to help you succeed in the workplace
We’ve seen thousands of people change their lives and improve their wellbeing through Disability Employment Services in Melbourne.
With over 100 locations across Victoria, there’s an APM office near you.
Do you need assistance to stay in work because of disability, injury, or health condition?
APM works with you and your employer to find solutions that help you succeed in your job
At APM, we believe everyone has the right to experience the benefits of working in a supportive environment.
We help people with disability, injury, or health condition get the support they need to stay in work and feel confident about doing their job.
Whether you need ongoing or occasional support, we work closely with you and your employer to find solutions that are good for everyone. This could include:
- Advice about redesigning your workplace
- Assessing and making changes to your workplace so you can continue to work
- Specialised equipment and technology to help you do your job
- Awareness training on disability, deafness and mental health first aid
You can access workplace support if you are part of Disability Employment Services in Melbourne or if you are eligible for Work Assist.
Chat with us today and choose what defines you – including a job you love.
Am I eligible for Disability Employment Services in Melbourne?
You may be eligible for the Disability Employment Services program with APM
You may be eligible if you:
- living with a disability, injury, or health condition that affects your ability to work
- an Australian resident aged from 14 to 67
- at or above the minimum legal working age in your state or territory
- receiving an income support payment, Disability Support Pension, an NDIS participant or an eligible school leaver
- able to work between eight to 30 hours per week (with support when required)
- not studying full time (unless you’re an eligible school leaver)
- not already working at or above your assessed work capacity
APM helps people with a wide range of supported conditions, injuries and disabilities.
You can access Disability Employment Services in Melbourne through a referral from Centrelink or by registering with us directly.
At Centrelink, they will carry out an employment assessment for you. If you are eligible, they will refer you to a Disability Employment Services provider. Be sure to ask for APM so you get the best support when looking for a job.
Register with us today to see if you’re eligible.
Are you in your final year of school?
If you’re living with a disability or health condition and want to start working after you graduate, we’re here for you.
Having a job when you graduate can give you more independence and a sense of purpose.
Whatever your job goals and dreams are, we can help you work towards them.
Register for Disability Employment Services in Melbourne and your APM Employment Consultant will help you get ready for the world of work.
Your Employment Consultant can help you with:
- Career advice
- Mentoring
- Creating a personal job plan
- Access to work experience
- Ongoing support in your new job
We work closely with you, your parents, carers and any other service providers to make sure you get support that’s best for you.
Ready to start chasing your work goals and dreams? Get in touch with APM today!
How people have changed their lives through Disability Employment Services with APM
Jeff's story
When a devastating back injury left him unable to work, Jeff soon lost his home, his relationship with his partner and found himself struggling with depression.
But no matter how difficult life got, the 64-year-old former labourer was determined to find work and move forward.
Maddy's story
Maddy knows something about overcoming a challenge. Growing up with cerebral palsy, an intellectual disability and epilepsy wasn’t easy.
But when it came to finding a job Maddy and her parents thought they wouldn’t find many opportunities. Then Maddy joined APM.
Caley's story
Caley has plenty of goals he wants to kick.
As a popular member of staff in the Woolworths produce department, Caley says starting his job has got him over his biggest hurdle.
Diagnosed with autism and cerebral palsy, Caley knows all about the challenges of find work he can perform and that he enjoys.
Get started in three easy steps
Step one
Register with us, and we'll be in touch in the next few days to discuss your eligibility and how to join DES with APM.
Step two
If you're eligible, you'll meet your APM employment consultant and tell them your interests, goals and challenges.
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.
What happens when you join APM?
When you join APM, the first thing we'll do is set up a meeting so you can meet your dedicated local employment consultant.
Your employment consultant is your guide to finding a job.
Your first meeting meeting with them will cover how APM can help you, and how to get the most from the Disability Employment Services program. They will:
- Explain the services APM provides
- Provide you with a copy of our Service Guarantee and Code of Practice
- Explain your rights and obligations and prepare a job plan outlining the activities and interventions APM can offer to help you get work
- Discuss your disability, injury, or health condition and how it affects your ability to look for a job and stay at work, and how you can be supported to reduce this impact
- Explain how to search for a job and an initial list of appropriate job vacancies
- Discuss local job opportunities and skill shortage areas near you
We work in partnership with you to help you succeed.
Let’s get to work on a clear path to your next job. Register now to get started.