EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Build confidence.
Explore opportunities.

Find meaningful employment.

Whether you're still at school, recently left school, or looking for support to take the next step in your career, Connecting Futures walks alongside young adults aged 15–25 to explore your interests, be curious, test and try new opportunities, while building the skills, confidence and sustainable employment pathways for your future.

Supporting young people with disability, injury, or health condition across regional Victoria.

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Make a Referral

Every future starts differently.

There is no single pathway into employment.

Some young adults know exactly where they want to go.

Others are still exploring their strengths, interests, and opportunities.

At Connecting Futures, we believe employment support should be personal, practical, and built around the individual.

That's why we take the time to understand what matters to you, where you want to go, and how we can help you get there.

Whether you're looking for work experience, career mentoring, support finding a job, or ongoing workplace support, we're here to help.

Which pathway suits you?

What we help with

Career
Planning

Explore interests, strengths, and future opportunities.

One-on-One Mentoring

Personalised support tailored to your goals and learning style.

Employer Connections

Access opportunities with inclusive local employers.

Work Experience

Build confidence through practical, real-world experiences.

Ongoing Support

Continued mentoring after employment begins.

Job
Readiness

Resumes, interviews, workplace skills, and preparation.

Which pathway suits you?

Two pathways. One goal.

Our team can help you choose the option that's right for you.

EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Best suited for:

Young adults aged 15–25 who have an NDIS plan with an employment goal and would like support building employment-related skills, confidence, and career pathways.

    • Employment assistance for school students

    • Weekly mentoring for school leavers

    • Career counselling

    • Vocational assessments

    • School-to-work transition planning

    • Small Team Projects (STP)

    • Work experience opportunities

    • Customised employment pathways

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INCLUSIVE EMPLOYMENT AUSTRALIA (IEA)

Best suited for:

Young adults aged 15–25 with a disability, injury, or health condition who are looking for support preparing for, finding, and keeping a job.

    • Employment assistance for school students

    • Weekly mentoring for school leavers

    • Career counselling

    • Vocational assessments

    • School-to-work transition planning

    • Small Team Projects (STP)

    • Work experience opportunities

    • Customised employment pathways

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Results that matter.

Of school leavers working with Connecting Futures transitioned into open employment.

Recognised nationally for employment outcomes and school leaver transitions.

We’ve supported over 1000+ young adults through specialist youth employment services.

FOR REFFERS

Getting started is simple.

Referrals can be made by:

  • Young adults

  • Parents and carers

  • Schools

  • Support coordinators

  • Health professionals

  • Community organisations

  • NDIS providers

  • Youth services

Both self-referrals and professional referrals are welcome.

Make a Referral
Which pathway suits you?

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Some young people may be eligible for support through Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) without NDIS funding.

  • We support young people aged 15–25 through our youth employment services.

  • Yes. Schools regularly partner with Connecting Futures to support students transitioning towards employment.

  • We continue providing support to help you settle into employment and build long-term success.