Disability Employment Services

Real Futures goes above and beyond when it comes to supporting our employers with their recruitment and retention requirements.

We’re Responsive

We take care of all the details to get your new worker onboard, with any wage subsidy applications processed quickly and workplace modifications started. Our post placement support can include cultural and inclusion training and assistance for you to grow a productive, diverse workplace.

Our employers provide essential criteria for their available positions and our Disability Employment Service Specialist prepares resumes from suitably qualified and committed job seekers within 24 hours of the initial request.

We are available 24/7 – whether it is a late night shift or a broken down car, we’ll be there to get your staff to work.

We’re Connected

Real Futures’ network of employers, partners, registered training organisations, and our strong relationships within the Aboriginal community, are the backbone of our success. We pride ourselves on creating meaningful relationships that have a deep understanding and appreciation of cultural differences that can enrich workplaces and generate prosperity.

Our focus is on building community capacity through job readiness, training and employment. We are highly regarded within the communities in which we work because of our commitment to social and financial improvement. Our partnerships with employers across Australia has made us the employment service of choice for many.

We’re Supportive

Real Futures’ Reach Out Officers (ROOS) are Aboriginal mentors (Elders and respected community leaders) who provide holistic support for job seekers and employers so they can maintain a sustainable relationship. They operate at three levels of obligation: Community and Family, Training and in the Workplace.

ROOs will be your first point of contact in the event of any issue arising and are available 24/7.

Our success comes from operating organically – every discussion and decision is done with Cultural Essence, respectfully acknowledging the Traditional Owners and custodians of the Country where we meet and operate.

Real Futures operates Disability Employment Services in Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, Kempsey, Geraldton and Gascoyne.

Round the clock support for employers and employees

Cultural training and support to enrich your workplace

Employment Specialists for Indigenous People with a Disability

Good News Stories

Featured stories from the Real Futures news desk

Coffee course a success

The Women’s Business: Second Chance hub (WBSC) A group of 8 aspirants has recently completed Barista training at the Real Futures Women’s Business: Second Chance (WBSC)hub in Rooty Hill. The course was a great success for the Western Sydney women who are now equipped with the skills required to work as cafe Baristas. Trainer Deanna Lea commented that she thought it would be difficult for participants to not burn the milk, but was impressed that women picked it up after the first couple of rounds. Highlights included learning how to create coffee art in the shape of a love heart when pouring the milk. Congratulations to everyone involved.

Vicki happy she has a job thanks to the help from Real Futures

‘Mob Day leads’ to employment success

“The lovely Real Futures team assisted me in so many ways with getting my new role as an Aboriginal Aged Care worker. I found out about the position by attending a Real Futures – Mob Day where I got to meet employers and other colleagues firsthand. This made a big difference as it felt welcoming and made the interview process more relaxed. Real Futures assisted me with getting ready for work ensuring I had everything the employers needed and preparing me to be Job Ready. I am very thankful to the Real Futures team”. Vicki. A mother of four children Vicki has previously worked in accounting, bookkeeping and has had her own business. After a few life-changing events she felt like taking on a new career path. Vicki is now employed as an Aboriginal Care Worker, working in the community and caring for our Elders. She has overcome many obstacles and barriers to achieve her goals and we wish her every success in her new role. “My life time goal is to be in a stable job and own a house”

Cert III Civil Construction in Plant Operation Batch II

Real Futures CDP participants welcomed the month of March with 15 people attending the first day of Cert III in Civil Construction in Plant Operations - batch 2.

Creative Arts Activity

Real Futures Participants are actively engaged and motivated to make beautiful pieces of art. This activity helps aspirants acquire skills for future employment and small business.

Cert III Civil Construction in Plant Operation

Real Futures is proud to present 11 participants who completed the Cert III in Civil Construction in Plant Operations in Conjunction with the Training Alliance. The course ran for 16 weeks and commenced from mid-October 2020 to the 22nd of February 2021. Well done to all that attended!

Giving Back to The Community

The Real Futures team at Carnarvon helped the local community to clean up after the recent floods. Conny and Tony needed assistance with cleaning up their caravan and belongings. Well done Team!

Pancake Team Lunch

The staff at Carnarvon had a fun and enjoyable team lunch. Everyone pitched in and made pancakes, and caught up with their team over lunch.

Traffic Management at Exmouth

In November last year, nine of our Exmouth CDP Aspirants were given the opportunity to undertake a three-day Traffic Management course. Learn about the course and how the training has transformed two lives.

First Day Success

Chanice chose carpentry for her selected activity with the Community Development Program. Chanice created a practical box with little experience. Well done!

Carnarvon St Christmas Event Outcome

The Real Futures stall at the Carnarvon Street Christmas Party was a huge success. The stall was very busy and sold a lot of locally made products. Rupert made some fabulous works of art and Samantha’s scrunchies were in demand. A big thank you to our little helper Jovi.