Why Referrers Choose Endeavour Foundation for IEA

Learn why we are top pick to help your clients secure rewarding roles as part of the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program.

With Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) granting participants greater choice and control than ever before, your provider recommendations matter even more.

For Support Coordinators, allied health professionals and other referrers, IEA gives you the opportunity to link your clients with a provider that goes beyond simply meeting program requirements.

This is the opportunity to connect your clients with a provider that offers deep expertise, strong employer networks and personalised supports that help people with intellectual disability achieve lasting success at work.

Here’s why Endeavour Foundation is the trusted choice for referrers who want the best long-term outcomes for their clients.

Decades of Experience with Intellectual Disability

We’ve been creating employment pathways for people with intellectual disability for decades. That experience gives us:

• A deep understanding of needs and strengths: We know how to adapt work environments, communication styles and learning methods so each participant can succeed
• Proven strategies: From visual aids to task simplification and step-by-step skill building, our methods have been tested and refined over decades
• Track record of success: Thousands of people with intellectual disability have achieved sustained employment with our support, including many who have transitioned from supported to open employment

This is not a side service for us. It’s a core part of our mission and capability.

Personalised Matching for Long-Term Success

A poor job match is one of the main reasons that employment breaks down. We prevent this by:

• Individualised intake process: We spend time understanding each participant’s career goals, interests and preferred work environment
• Skills and interests alignment: We look beyond job availability and focus on roles that will motivate and engage the participant long term
• Trial and transition options: We offer short-term work trials to build confidence and allow both the participant and the employer to test the fit before committing

By placing people where they can thrive, we help them build independence and purpose and reduce the risk of early job exits.

Strong Employer Partnerships Across Industries

Endeavour Foundation has built and maintained relationships with inclusive employers in sectors such as:

• Manufacturing and packing: Including commercial packaging, food packing and assembly work
• Retail and warehousing: Stock control, order packing, customer assistance
• Administration and office support: Data entry, mail handling, reception duties
• Hospitality and food services: Kitchen operations, food preparation, cleaning, customer service
• Environmental and outdoor work: Gardening, grounds maintenance, recycling

Our partnerships are based on shared values and a commitment to workplace inclusion, meaning your clients are welcomed into environments ready to support them.

Many of these employers have worked with us for years, demonstrating trust in the quality of our candidate matching and support.

Flexible, Ongoing Workplace Support

Unlike some providers who focus heavily on job placement but offer limited follow-up, Endeavour Foundation remains actively involved after a participant starts work. We:

• Deliver on-the-job coaching to help participants learn role-specific skills
• Offer regular progress check-ins, not just in the first few weeks, but for as long as the participant needs
• Train employers and teams on inclusive practices, reasonable adjustments and communication strategies
• Problem-solve early when issues arise, reducing the risk of disengagement or job loss

This ongoing presence means your clients are more likely to remain employed and continue developing skills over time.

A Smooth, Simple Referral Process

We know your time is limited, so our referral process is designed to be straightforward and responsive:

• Early referrals accepted now to secure placements ahead of the IEA rollout
• Dedicated point of contact for each referral so you don’t need to chase updates
• We establish clear timelines, letting you know exactly when we will contact your client and when they will start the onboarding process
• Collaboration from day one. We keep you informed of progress and outcomes so you can confidently report back to clients and their support networks

Why Referrers Trust Endeavour Foundation

• Specialist expertise: Intellectual disability is our core focus, not an add-on service
• Individual-first approach: We design employment journeys around the person, not the program
• Proven outcomes: Many of our participants achieve multi-year job retention, skills growth and career progression
• National reach with local delivery: With 28 Business Solutions sites and extensive community connections, we can support clients in both metropolitan and regional areas
• Collaborative mindset: We work alongside referrers, families and employers to create a network of support for each participant

Partner with the Right Provider for IEA Success

The introduction of IEA gives your clients more choice, but it also makes the quality of your recommendations more important than ever.

The right provider will not only understand the system but will also deliver the personalised support, employer connections and proven outcomes that lead to lasting employment.

At Endeavour Foundation, we’re ready to work with you now to ensure your clients are prepared, matched and confident before IEA begins.

Referring early means they’ll avoid delays, secure the right support stream and start their employment journey on the best footing.

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