Job placement

Overview

Job placement is where a jobseeker starts a real job that is tailored to them. It is the final step in the job development process.

Job placement turns a well‑matched opportunity into a confirmed job. At this point, the jobseeker and employer already align; the focus now is on securing the offer, finalising conditions and setting up the person for a strong start.

 This typically includes:

• confirming the fit through work trials, task demonstration or workplace visits 
• organising funding for supports if required
• ensuring shared understanding and collaboration with all parties around strengths, expectations and support needs 
• making sure that the jobseeker is supported to be ready for work
• ensuring that all key elements of the job placement and agreed supports are documented and in place.

Throughout this process, it’s essential to respect the jobseeker’s privacy. Personal information, including information about a person’s disability, should only ever be shared with an employer with clear, informed consent. This is an important part of creating an inclusive workplace.

Key strategies for success

The aim of job placement is a smooth transition into the role and a positive start for everyone to set up for long-term success. Some key strategies to support this process include:

• ensuring that the jobseeker is ready to for work, by checking that they understand the start date and time and confirming planning around transport, uniforms, equipment, etc.
• confirming with the jobseeker about what personal information, including information about their disability that they want to share with their new employer
• supporting the employer to prepare the team and workplace by providing or supporting workplace capacity building with things like disability confidence training and identifying a workplace mentor 
• supporting the provision of agreed adjustments or supports (for example via JobAccess)
• confirming the ongoing supports that will be provided, including any targeted on-the-job training.