Disability Supported Employment Sydney
Having a job is a great way to grow your skills and confidence, as well as to make new friends – and of course, earn some money! Our disability support employment services in Sydney provide meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability. We work with you to reach your NDIS goals.
Disability Employment Opportunities: What is Unisson Works?
At Unisson Works, we’re passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities by providing fulfilling employment opportunities. Our supported employment program is designed to help you achieve your goals, gain independence, and make meaningful contributions to the community.
We’re committed to looking beyond disabilities, focusing instead on the skills and potential each person brings to their role. Through our program, you’ll not only earn a wage but also build confidence, develop new skills, and make lasting friendships.
Whether you’re interested in transitioning to open employment or wish to continue growing within supported employment, Unisson Works has tailored opportunities to match your strengths and passions! Our friendly and skilled team will work with you to identify roles that you’ll love and be great in!
Join us at one of our two dynamic business units:
- Pack Works: Dive into the world of mail and packaging, where precision meets teamwork.
- Ground Works: Cultivate your green thumb with our mowing and gardening services.
Start your journey with Unisson Works and discover how rewarding work can be!
Ground Works
Do you love working outdoors? This role is perfect for people who like physical outdoor work and gardening.
As a Home & Garden Maintenance Worker for Ground Works, You’ll providing home and garden maintenance services to councils, government, retirement villages, hospitals, residential properties and more.
Pack Works
Pack Works offers our Supported Employees the opportunity to learn new skills and get involved in a wide varierty of different jobs and projects in mail and packaging. We have an accessible warehouse based in Thornleigh and, occasionally , visit some business clients on site. Our work facilitators will support you to learn and master the skills required for every task!
Disability Employment Services Sydney: What is Supported Employment?
Supported employment is a service designed to help people with disabilities find and keep meaningful, paid jobs. Under the NDIS, these services are tailored to each person’s needs, offering support with job skills, workplace adjustments, and ongoing assistance. The goal is to help participants develop their skills, gain independence, and build a lasting career.
Support can include:
- Help with job applications and interviews
- On-the-job training and mentoring
- Support with workplace communication and social skills
How Supported Employment is Different
Supported employment stands out from open employment or standard job programs because it provides structured, ongoing support in an inclusive workplace. While open employment expects individuals to work independently, supported employment ensures that participants receive:
- Customised help to match their abilities and goals
- A safe, understanding environment where they feel valued
- Long-term support for personal and professional growth
Supported employment is about creating opportunities that respect individual differences, helping participants thrive in a job they enjoy.
Benefits of Supported Employment for Individuals with Disabilities
Personal Growth
Supported employment helps participants build confidence and self-esteem by achieving personal goals and learning new things. As they gain work experience, they become more job-ready, making it easier to take on future roles or responsibilities.
Skill Development
Participants develop both:
- Technical skills: Learning specific tasks such as packaging, gardening, administration, or retail work.
- Soft skills: Improving teamwork, communication, time management, and problem-solving—essential skills for any workplace.
These skills not only help participants succeed at work but also benefit their daily lives.
Social Inclusion
Supported employment fosters a sense of belonging by creating opportunities to connect with others in an inclusive environment. Participants make friends, build relationships, and become more involved in their community.
Independence
Earning an income and managing workplace responsibilities helps participants grow more independent. They can make their own financial decisions, contribute to household expenses, and take pride in being part of the workforce.
Supported employment isn’t just about work—it’s about creating a pathway to a more empowered and fulfilling life. Would you like support in finding the right job for you? Unisson Disability can guide you every step of the way! Contact Us today.
Unisson Works FAQ
We’ve put together some commonly asked questions to give you more information about Unisson Works and the services we offer. If you have any questions that you can’t find the answer to, please reach out to us.
What type of services does Unisson Works provide?
Unisson Works has two business units; Pack Works and Ground Works. The team at Pack Works provide mail distribution and packaging services, ranging from letter collation, folding and showbag packing to heat sealing and light assembly tasks. We can do the work at our warehouse in Thornleigh, or at your premises. The team at Ground Works provide lawn care and garden maintenance services to government and residential properties around Sydney’s Northern and Western Suburbs, and now the Central Coast.
What are the working conditions like for Unisson’s supported employees?
Like any other job, our supported employees work at their own pace with support from a number of supervisors. Standard WHS requirements apply to ensure a safe and clean workplace.
How much do Unisson’s supported employees get paid?
Unisson Works’ supported employees earn the Supported Employee Award wage + superannuation. Most supported employees are also paid the disability pension and therefore earn more than the minimum wage.
Do Unisson’s supported employees receive sick pay and annual leave?
All full-time and part-time supported employees receive sick leave, annual leave and long service leave. This leave is pro-rata for part-time employees.
What’s the difference between Unisson Works and Unisson Disability?
Unisson Works is a business set up by disability support provider Unisson Disability, to provide supported employment to people living with a disability. Unisson Works provides employment to enable those with a disability to earn an income, learn skills and fully participate in the workforce in a supported environment.
Who is Unisson Disability?
Unisson Disability is one of NSW’s leading National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service providers and has been providing support to those with disability and their families since 1924. Our suite of services includes accommodation support, community services, support for children and young adults, NDIS support coordination and finding and keeping a job.
What is a Disability Enterprise? Why are they important?
Disability Enterprises are part of a collection of employment opportunities for people with disability and act as a link, helping them gain training, experience and confidence in their chosen field. Disability Enterprises employ over 20,000 Australians with varying degrees of disability who are not currently able to work without support.
Disability Enterprises like Unisson Works are supported by the National Disability Services BuyAbility initiative, which is aimed at growing the supported employment network platform by making it easier for government and private business buyer channels to do business with Disability Enterprises nationally.
What is supported employment?
Supported employment offers paid employment for people with disability in a supported working environment. In supported employment, staff make meaningful contributions to the workforce. Research shows the social interactions of the workplace can lead to beneficial health and wellbeing outcomes for people with disability.
How do I apply to work at Unisson Works?
We’re so excited that you are considering a job at Unisson Works. Give us a call on 1800 266 444 or send an email via hello@unisson.org.au and we can help you start the process.
