What is “NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job”?

NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job funding helps teens and adults with disability build the skills and confidence to get and keep a job. This may include psychology and behaviour therapy to support emotional regulation, motivation, and workplace readiness.

What Is NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job?

NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job is part of the Capacity Building category in your NDIS plan. It’s designed to support people with disability — including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and behavioural challenges — to prepare for, get, and sustain employment.

This funding is suitable for:

Teens transitioning from school to work
Young adults looking for their first job
Adults who need support staying in a job or changing careers

Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or returning after a break, Freedom Therapy Services offers psychology and behaviour therapy tailored to your employment goals.

How Psychology Supports Work Success

Emotional and Mental Health Matters at Work

Workplaces can be challenging, especially for those who experience:

Social anxiety or communication difficulties
Trouble focusing or staying organised
Low confidence or motivation
Difficulty managing stress or conflict

Our NDIS-registered psychologists help teens and adults:

Develop coping strategies
Improve emotional regulation
Build self-esteem
Strengthen executive functioning (planning, organising, decision-making)

These are the building blocks of long-term work success.

Learn more about our NDIS psychology services.

Bridging the Gap Between Therapy and Employment

Traditional job training often overlooks mental health and behavioural needs. But for many NDIS participants, therapy is what makes the difference between starting a job — and keeping it.

At Freedom Therapy Services, we use evidence-based therapies to help clients:

Understand their strengths and challenges
Manage sensory or behavioural triggers
Prepare for social interactions
Build routines and self-discipline

What Can NDIS Funding Cover?

NDIS supports work preparation through two main funding categories:

1. Finding and Keeping a Job (Capacity Building)

This can fund supports like:

Individual psychology or behaviour therapy
Employment coaching
Social skills training
Support building job goals
Preparation for open or supported employment

NDIS funding is commonly included in plans for older teens and adults.

2. Daily Living Support (Improved Daily Living)

Funding can cover additional skill-building relevant to work, such as:

Travel training
Money handling
Time management
Self-care and hygiene
Communication strategies

Some supports for job preparation may come from both areas, depending on your plan goals.

For more information, visit the NDIS official website.

Psychology for Teens and Adults in Work Transition

School Leavers

Teens finishing school may feel overwhelmed thinking about life after the classroom. Our therapists help school leavers:

Identify areas of interest
Build a realistic action plan
Practice communication and interview skills
Manage anxiety around transition

We also support parents or carers in navigating the system and advocating for their teen’s employment goals.

Adults Entering or Returning to Work

Adults who have been unemployed or underemployed, we focus on:

Rebuilding confidence
Developing emotional resilience
Exploring career options
Managing mental health symptoms that affect work

Therapy can also help adults who are already working but are at risk of burnout or job loss due to stress, communication challenges, or executive dysfunction.

Why Choose Freedom Therapy Services?

FTS specialises in psychology and behaviour therapy for people with:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Learning difficulties
Behavioural or emotional challenges

FTS provides therapy for teens, young adults, and adults seeking to:

Find meaningful employment
Improve their mental wellbeing
Set and achieve life goals

We are based in Australia and understand the local NDIS system, including how to use NDIS Finding and Keeping a Job funding effectively.

Learn more about Freedom Therapy Services.

Real-Life Story: Josh’s Journey

Josh, a 22-year-old with ADHD and anxiety, had never held a job. He often felt overwhelmed in interviews and struggled to maintain routines. Through regular psychology sessions funded by the NDIS, Josh developed time-management strategies, practiced interview skills, and learned ways to reduce workplace anxiety.

Six months later, he landed a part-time job at a local garden centre — and is thriving.

How to Access NDIS Psychology for Employment

Step 1 – Review Your Plan

Check if you have the Finding and Keeping a Job category in your Capacity Building budget. You can also use Improved Daily Living for certain therapy services related to work preparation.

If unsure, we’re happy to help you interpret your plan.