OCTEC works with many incredible people, organisations, employers and businesses in our mission to provide people with training and employment opportunities, assist industry recruit and develop a skilled workforce and contributing to sustainable communities.
As the nation’s largest not-for-profit provider of Disability Employer Services, we have launched the OCTEC National Employer Awards and OCTEC National Community Awards to recognise businesses and organisations we partner with. We also are acknowledging the outstanding achievements by resilient NDIS participants. There are amazing achievers in Queensland, New South Wales, the ACT and Victoria.
Our relationships with employers are crucial regardless of service type. Disability Employment Services (DES) teams assist those living with barriers to realise their career goals, become resilient and earn a wage. At the same time we’re helping businesses meet specific labour needs, allowing them to grow and thrive.
The OCTEC National Employer Awards recognise organisations of all sizes, and from all sectors, that have realised the benefits of employing people living with a disability.
We work alongside many household brands such as Woolworths and Bunnings, as well as smaller mum and dad businesses. Regardless of the size of business, employers are simply looking for reliable staff they can trust and who are looking to work.
Partnerships with community organisations are just as important. Participants face many barriers, which can be complex. Our efforts to assist are magnified when we work with others and is reflected in Participant success. The OCTEC National Community Awards recognise outstanding care sector organisations that have shared their compassion and expertise to assist people with disability on a career pathway.
NDIS participants come to OCTEC looking for work, with DES consultants assisting them to secure real jobs they enjoy, and can lead to a meaningful career. The National Achievement of Excellence Award recognises participants whose continual achievement has amazed their employer and OCTEC Consultant.
If you are looking to partner with OCTEC in business or within the community, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with your local employment experts.