Disability employment services in Newcastle, New South Wales
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- Specialises in Employment Support
Chandler Macleod Newcastle is an NDIS registered provider offering disability employment services in Newcastle, New South Wales.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Specialises in Cleaning
Chandler Macleod Newcastle is an NDIS registered provider offering disability employment services in Newcastle, New South Wales. Families most often connect with them for cleaning. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them. They operate across New South Wales.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Newcastle, NSW and 39 othersAlso servesAuburn, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Bondi, NSW · Bondi Junction, NSW · Brooklyn, NSW · Burwood, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Charlestown, NSW · Concord West, NSW · Cronulla, NSW · Dural, NSW · +27 more · State-wide provider
- 10+ families connected
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in SIL, Transport, Social support
Ally Aid is an NDIS registered provider offering disability employment services in Newcastle, New South Wales. They have a track record of following through on over a dozen enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Families most often connect with them for SIL and transport. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
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Newcastle, NSW and 8 othersAlso servesCessnock, NSW · Eleebana, NSW · Gosford, NSW · Lake Macquarie, NSW · Maitland, NSW · Nelson Bay, NSW · Raymond Terrace, NSW · Wyong, NSW · State-wide provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Support coordination
Able Disability Support Services works across 14 NDIS support categories in Newcastle, New South Wales. They operate across New South Wales. They are most often contacted for support coordination. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Newcastle, NSW and 4 othersAlso servesEast Maitland, NSW · Lake Macquarie, NSW · Maitland, NSW · The Hill, NSW · Hyperlocal provider
- Specialises in SIL
Capacity Plus Group works across 12 NDIS support categories in Newcastle, New South Wales. They focus closely on their local area. They are most often contacted for SIL. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Developmental Educators, Disability Support Worker, Teacher
Newcastle, NSW and 6 othersAlso servesClayton South, VIC · Kingston, VIC · Maitland, NSW · Narre Warren, VIC · PAKENHAM, VIC · The Entrance, NSW
- Specialises in Cleaning, Employment Support, Gardening
Outlook Australia is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider offering disability employment services in Newcastle, New South Wales. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including daily personal care, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and daily living skills.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
Newcastle, NSW and 23 othersAlso servesAshfield, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Burwood, NSW · Cambridge Park, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Chatswood, NSW · Glebe, NSW · Hoppers Crossing, VIC · Keilor East, VIC · Kingswood, NSW · +11 more · Hyperlocal provider
- Specialises in SIL
Path 2 Life Care works across 14 NDIS support categories in Newcastle, New South Wales. Active on Carevo in the past week. They are most often contacted for SIL. They focus closely on their local area.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Personal care, Cleaning
Based in Newcastle, New South Wales, Acme Living Care is an NDIS registered provider offering disability employment services. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including accommodation and tenancy assistance, shared living support and daily personal care. Personal care and cleaning are among their most-requested supports. Active on Carevo in the past week.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Newcastle, NSW and 5 othersAlso servesBelmont, NSW · Cessnock, NSW · Gosford, NSW · Maitland, NSW · Raymond Terrace, NSW
- Specialises in Cleaning, Employment Support, Gardening
Based in Newcastle, New South Wales, Hunter Community Hub is an NDIS registered provider offering disability employment services. Registered across 10 NDIS support categories, including Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education, daily personal care and Support Coordination.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Newcastle, NSW and 2 othersAlso servesHamilton, NSW · Port Stephens, NSW · Regional provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in SIL, Personal care, Cleaning
Englund Care works across 15 NDIS support categories in Newcastle, New South Wales. Recently connected with new families in the area. They are most often contacted for SIL and personal care. They support both NDIS and aged care funding.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Carpenter / Joiner, Cleaner, Disability Support Worker
About Disability Employment Services in Newcastle
This guide compares disability employment service providers in Newcastle, ranked by verification status, employment outcomes, and scope of support. The 10 providers listed here all service Newcastle and surrounding areas.
How we rank providers
Rankings in Newcastle are based on real outcomes between providers and families on our platform. They are recalculated daily and cannot be purchased or influenced by advertising.
- How this list is built. Providers shown here are registered with the NDIS for Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education and Specialised Supported Employment, or offer employment support and related disability and aged care services. Generalist providers who only mention this service in passing are excluded, so the list reflects genuine, demonstrated capability.
- Outcomes with families. We measure what happens after a family contacts a provider. Providers where families report positive outcomes rank higher. Multiple signals are weighted across a rolling window.
- Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
- Registration and compliance. NDIS registered and government-approved aged care providers are weighted for meeting quality and safeguards standards.
- Local presence. Providers confirmed in Newcastle rank above those covering only the broader region.
What "Trusted" means. The Trusted badge is awarded to providers with a consistent record of positive outcomes with families on our platform. It is based on multiple behavioural signals and family feedback, and it cannot be purchased.
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providers in Newcastle
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How to check a provider's credentials
Carevo lists the registration details a provider reports and links you to the official Australian registers so you can confirm them yourself. Here is what each listing shows and where to check it. A listing on Carevo is not an endorsement.
NDIS registration
Listings show whether a provider reports being NDIS registered. You can confirm a provider's current registration and approved support types yourself on the NDIS Commission's public provider register.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval
Listings show aged care approval where it is recorded. You can check a provider's current approval and the services they deliver on the Australian Government's My Aged Care find a provider service.
Source: My Aged Care (Department of Health and Aged Care)ABN you can check
Most listings include the provider's Australian Business Number, shown on the profile. You can look it up on the Australian Business Register to confirm the business is registered and active.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionCare demand in Newcastle
In the last 90 days, families in Newcastle made 24 care requests through Carevo, and 31% were marked urgent. The funding mix was 45% NDIS, 45% Home Care Package or aged care, and 9% privately funded.
Based on real requests submitted to Carevo. Updated each build.
About Newcastle
Newcastle sits within the Newcastle (City) council area, home to around 2,753 residents. Connecting with a disability employment services provider who already works locally means shorter travel and familiarity with nearby services.
Population 65+
2,012 (16.7%)
State avg 18.8%
Need help with daily activities
468 (3.9%)
State avg 6%
Median personal income
$1,143/wk
Weekly, persons 15+ (ABS)
Nearest hospital
John Hunter Hospital
Public transport
Newcastle Light Rail
Pharmacies
Chemist Warehouse Hunter Street • Priceline Pharmacy Newcastle
Community support
Newcastle Senior Citizens Centre • Hunter Multicultural Communities
Former steel city reinventing itself. University town. Strong surf culture. Growing healthcare and tourism sectors.
Beach has accessible facilities. Light rail is fully accessible. Some steep streets in older suburbs.
Disability Employment Services at a glance
Funding
Australian Government (Department of Social Services) - free for eligible participants
Availability
Weekdays
Wait time
Usually within 1 week
Cost
Free
Hours
Business hours with flexible appointments
Median response
13 minutes
How Much Do Disability Employment Services Cost in Newcastle?
Disability employment services in Newcastle are largely government-funded, meaning most participants pay little or nothing for access to core employment support. The main programs are free to job seekers. For NDIS-funded employment-related supports, costs are governed by the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.
Disability Employment Services (DES) funded by the Australian Government are provided at no direct cost to job seekers. DES providers receive government funding based on employment outcomes. Participants can access job readiness support, resume and interview preparation, workplace modifications, and ongoing in-employment support through these programs.
For NDIS participants who need employment-related Capacity Building supports outside the DES program, such as work experience preparation, social skills development, or vocational assessment, these are funded through NDIS Capacity Building under Finding and Keeping a Job. Rates for these supports typically range from $100 to $190 per hour.
Specialist employment consultants engaged privately, or additional supports beyond what DES provides, may involve private fees. Confirm whether a service is government-funded or privately charged before engaging.
| Time | Indicative rate |
|---|---|
| DES (Disability Employment Services) - government funded | Free to participant |
| NDIS Capacity Building - employment supports | $100 - $190/hr |
| Vocational assessment | $150 - $250/hr |
| Job readiness coaching (NDIS funded) | $100 - $190/hr |
| Workplace modification support | Free via Employment Assistance Fund |
DES is funded by the Australian Government and free to eligible job seekers. NDIS employment support rates are set by the NDIS Pricing Arrangements. The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) covers workplace modifications and equipment for employees with disability. Confirm funding eligibility before engaging services.
How to Pay for Disability Employment Services in Newcastle
Most disability employment services in Newcastle are funded through government programs, making them accessible at no direct cost to participants.
Disability Employment Services (DES): DES is an Australian Government program providing free employment support for people with disability, injury, or health conditions. To access DES, you register with Services Australia (Centrelink). DES providers offer services including job search assistance, resume and interview preparation, on-the-job training support, and post-placement follow-up. Providers receive outcome-based funding from the government.
NDIS Capacity Building (Finding and Keeping a Job): NDIS participants can use their Capacity Building budget to fund additional employment-related supports. This may include vocational assessment, work experience preparation, social and communication skills development, and support worker assistance during work experience placements. These supports complement, rather than replace, DES.
Employment Assistance Fund (EAF): Employees with disability and their employers can access the EAF for workplace modifications, equipment, Auslan interpreting, Deafness support, and other adjustments that enable a person to perform their job. The EAF is administered by JobAccess and is free for eligible applicants.
JobAccess Advisory Service: The free JobAccess service provides telephone and online advice to job seekers, employees, and employers about workplace adjustments, DES, and other employment support options. This can be a useful first step in identifying the right program for your situation.
What to Expect from Disability Employment Services in Newcastle
Disability employment services help people with disability prepare for, find, and keep paid employment. The specific support you receive depends on your goals, your disability, and the program you are accessing.
For DES, the process begins with an intake assessment. Your DES provider will talk with you about your work history, skills, goals, and any barriers to employment. They will develop a Job Plan with you that outlines the steps and supports for your job search. From there, you will work with a consultant who assists with resume writing, job applications, interview preparation, and connecting with employers.
Once you start employment, your DES provider continues to support you and your employer. This post-placement support is a key feature of DES and helps address any issues that arise in the early weeks and months of a new job. Support continues for up to two years after you start work.
For NDIS-funded employment supports, the process is more tailored. Your support coordinator or NDIS planner can help you identify the specific supports you need and connect you with providers who offer vocational assessments, skills development, or supported work experience. These supports are designed to address specific barriers that DES alone may not fully address.
You should expect employment service providers to work at your pace and respect your employment goals, not push you into roles that do not suit you. If a provider is not meeting your needs or not listening to your preferences, you have the right to change providers.
Care Services Available in Newcastle
Provider counts by service type in Newcastle
Most popular care requests in Newcastle
Based on 34 actual requests from participants and families in Newcastle on Carevo.
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Real care requests submitted by people in Newcastle through Carevo. Updated each build from inquiry records.
New South Wales Regulations & Compliance
In New South Wales, NDIS providers must be registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission and comply with the NDIS Practice Standards. Aged care services operate under the Aged Care Quality Standards enforced by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. All providers serving NSW participants are subject to regular audits and must maintain worker screening through the NSW NDIS Worker Check.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly do providers respond to enquiries in Newcastle?
Based on 87 real provider connections on Carevo in Newcastle, providers respond with a median of 13 minutes. 71% of enquiries are connected with a provider within 1 hour, and 94% within 24 hours.
How many disability employment service providers are there in Newcastle?
There are currently 10 disability employment service providers serving Newcastle listed on Carevo. These include DES-registered providers, NDIS Capacity Building employment specialists, and vocational rehabilitation services.
How much do disability employment services cost in Newcastle?
DES is free to eligible job seekers. NDIS employment-related Capacity Building supports range from $100 to $190 per hour. Workplace modifications funded through the Employment Assistance Fund are free to eligible employees and employers. Confirm funding eligibility before engaging any paid service.
Am I eligible for Disability Employment Services?
You are eligible for DES if you have a disability, injury, or health condition that creates a barrier to employment, you are of working age (15 to 64), an Australian resident, and either on an income support payment or assessed as eligible by Services Australia. DES is not restricted to NDIS participants.
Can I work and receive the Disability Support Pension at the same time?
Yes, within limits. DSP recipients can work up to a certain number of hours per fortnight without losing their pension. Income support is reduced progressively as earnings increase. Centrelink can advise on the specific thresholds that apply to your situation. DES providers are also familiar with the interaction between DSP and employment income and can help you plan your work arrangements accordingly.
What is the difference between DES and NDIS employment supports?
DES is an Australian Government program focused on job search, placement, and post-placement support. It is free and available to eligible people regardless of NDIS participation. NDIS employment supports under Capacity Building address specific skill-building goals that prepare a participant for employment, such as communication skills, travel training, or work experience support. The two programs are complementary and can be accessed simultaneously.
What workplace modifications can I access?
The Employment Assistance Fund provides funding for workplace modifications including accessible furniture, ergonomic equipment, assistive software, screen magnification, Auslan interpreting, and physical access improvements. Your employer applies for EAF funding through JobAccess. The modifications must be reasonably necessary to enable you to perform your job.
Can I choose my own DES provider?
Yes. You can choose which DES provider you work with in Newcastle and can change providers if you are not satisfied with the service. When choosing a provider, ask about their employment outcomes, experience with your specific disability or condition, industry connections in your area of interest, and the level of ongoing support they provide after job placement.
What support is available if I lose my job?
Your DES provider continues to support you for up to two years after you start work. If you lose your job within that period, contact your DES provider as soon as possible. They can assist you with next steps, help resolve any workplace issues if relevant, and support you into a new role. If your DES period has ended, you can re-register with DES or access other employment programs through Centrelink.
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