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A Disability Employment Consultant helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain jobs by assessing needs, providing training, and liaising with employers.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
      • NSW
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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How to start a career in Disability Care

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What can you do with a Certificate IV in Disability?

12th November 2020

What can you do with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)?

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Disability Employment Consultant careers

A Disability Employment Consultant assists individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining suitable employment. You might work in employment agencies, government services, or non-profit organisations. Disability Employment Consultants focus on assessing clients' skills and needs, providing job readiness training, and liaising with employers to create inclusive workplaces. You’ll prepare personalised employment plans and support clients through the job search and interview process.

Disability Employment Consultants play an important role in improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. You’ll need to be empathetic and resourceful, with excellent communication skills to advocate effectively for your clients. You’ll collaborate with clients, employers, and support services to ensure successful and sustainable employment outcomes.