At Limestone Coast Ability (LCA), we are dedicated to promoting capacity building and independence for individuals with disabilities. Our Supported Employment services are designed to empower participants by offering tailored assistance in the workplace, ensuring they can access the many benefits that employment brings. Through the NDIS, participants can gain financial independence, build self-worth, improve their health and wellbeing, strengthen social connections, and open up opportunities for further skill development.
Supported Employment at LCA
The employment rate for Australians with disabilities, particularly those with significant and lifelong disabilities, remains low. As of June 2019, only 24% of working-age NDIS participants are in paid work, according to the NDIS Participant Employment Strategy. At LCA, we are committed to changing this by providing the necessary supports for participants to achieve and maintain employment.
Supports in Employment
Supports in employment are vital for individuals who need day-to-day assistance in the workplace due to their disability. These supports help participants not only secure but also maintain meaningful employment, promoting their inclusion in the workforce. At LCA, our trained staff are skilled in providing guidance and support tailored to each individual’s specific needs, ensuring they can succeed in their job roles, whether in paid or volunteer work.
Supports in employment funded by the NDIS include assistance for participants who are already employed but need extra support to perform their job duties because of their disability. These supports can be provided in one-to-one settings, depending on the needs of the participant. The goal is to complement any existing supports provided by employers and create a collaborative approach to achieving employment goals.
Employment Support Services We Offer
At LCA, our employment supports are flexible and designed to meet the unique needs of each participant. Our supports include:
- On-the-job training and assistance: We provide training and support to help participants develop the skills necessary to carry out daily work tasks effectively. Our staff offer intermittent support to ensure participants feel confident in their roles.
- Individual support: For participants who require assistance, we offer direct support to enable meaningful participation at work. This ensures that participants can navigate their job roles with confidence and contribute to their workplace effectively.
- Managing disability-related behavior or complex needs: Our team is equipped to manage the unique challenges participants may face at work due to disability-related behavior or complex needs. We offer tailored strategies and support to ensure participants can maintain stability and focus at work.
- Non-face-to-face support: LCA also provides non-face-to-face activities that directly relate to supporting participants in employment. These may include planning and coordinating supports, liaising with employers, or creating individualized strategies that take into account the participant’s disability and workplace needs.
Physical Assistance and Personal Care at Work
In cases where participants require physical assistance or personal care while at work, these supports are typically claimed from the participant’s Core – Assistance with Daily Life budget. Our trained staff can assist with a range of needs, including mobility support, assistance with personal hygiene, and any other day-to-day needs that help participants perform their work duties with greater comfort and confidence.
Promoting Independence and Success
At LCA, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to achieve independence through employment. By providing structured support and fostering skill development, we help participants navigate the workplace with greater ease and achieve their long-term employment goals. Through employment, participants can experience personal growth, financial independence, and the satisfaction of being active members of the workforce.
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