1. Does Job Placement Limited offer any kind of subsidies for employers?

Job Placement Ltd markets each Job Seeker’s ability to perform their given duties or tasks and offers the employer on the job training and support which acts as a subsidy to the employer. However, every situation is assessed on an individual basis. The maximum we can offer is up to $1500 over that 13 weeks if you are working a minimum of 8 hours per week over that 13 weeks. This subsidy is only paid once to an employer per client and is limited by the earnings during the claim period. This subsidy is to assist the employer with low productivity and training whilst you are learning the job.

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2. What sort of financial assistance can you give me to get Licences, tickets or work clothes etc.

Job Placement Ltd receives funding from DEEWR to provide employment services but Job Placement Ltd does not receive any funding to assist Job Seekers with licenses or tickets. Each request will be assessed on an individual basis. Generally some assistance for these items may be approved if directly related to a job prospect.

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3. Can I work without it affecting my pension/will I lose my pension?

Centrelink have a sliding scale which determines the amount of your pension depending on your earnings from work. You could be earning a wage and be on a pension until you earn a sufficient income from your wage that you are no longer eligible for the pension. Contact Centrelink on 13 28 50 for further advice about what the current earning rates are before it starts to affect your pension or support payment.

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4. Do I have to work full time?

No. It is your choice. Job Placement Ltd will assist you to secure full time, part time or casual work depending on your individual situation. If you choose Option A and work part time your pension will be deducted proportionately to how much you earn. This is regulated by Centrelink. If you choose Option B and work full time (38 hours or more per week) your pension payment will cease and after a period of time you will need to reapply for the pension.

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5. Can you help me get into a course?

Our service is primarily to assist you in looking for employment. However, you can do some part time study whilst we assist you in looking for employment. Job Placement Ltd receives funding from DEEWR to provide employment services but Job Placement Ltd does not receive any funding to assist Job Seekers with training. Each request will be assessed on an individual basis. Generally a short course may be approved if directly related to a job prospect. We will assist by helping you research the available courses to achieve your employment goals. However if you wish to do full time study you should complete this before registering with our service.

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6. Do you provide on the job Support?

Yes we do. This on the job training and support is negotiated between your Employment Consultant, employer and yourself. The amount of support that is provided depends on your needs to secure the job.

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7. What happens if I no longer wish to participate in the programme?

A client is given the option to exit at any time. Individual cases may have Centrelink requirements and generate actions from Centrelink. Please discuss any concerns with your Employment Consultant.

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8. What if I wish to change case manager?

Full consideration will be given to individual requests, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs, but this will still be dependent on service availability and staff resources.

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9. If I lose my job do you help me find another one?

Yes we do. Sometimes this can happen for various reasons even though it is the right job for you. Your Employment Consultant will assist you in finding another job in your preferred industry.

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10. What happens if I want to compliment or make a complaint about the Service?

You can speak to your Employment Consultant and/or Client Service’s Manager any time or make a suggestion using the suggestions box (there is one located in each office). You can also ring the Client Liaison Officer on freecall 1800 804 236.

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