Employment

Discover your strengths. Explore your opportunities. Take your next step with Southern Community Options. Leaving school is an exciting milestone, but figuring out what comes next can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you already know what career you'd like to pursue or you're still exploring your interests, you don't have to navigate the journey alone. At Southern Community Options, we believe preparing for employment should begin well before your final day of school. Thr

There is something rewarding about finding a workplace where your skills are recognised and you have the opportunity to become part of the team. For Reilly, that place has been Christie Downs Community House. Since joining the organisation as an Office Administration Assistant in April, Reilly has settled into working more than 15 hours each week and has become an integral part of the community centre. The role marks an important achievement for Reilly, who had been looking f

For Bayden, finding the right job was more than securing employment. It was about finding an opportunity where he could demonstrate his abilities, build on his skills and become a valued member of a workplace team. After previously working behind the scenes in a warehouse role, Bayden found himself looking for a new opportunity when the warehouse closed late last year. Rather than allowing the setback to stop his progress, he remained focused on finding ongoing employment and

Finding the right job is only part of the employment journey. Feeling understood, supported and confident at work is what helps people build lasting careers. That's why the Australian Government introduced the Autism-Specific Program within Inclusive Employment Australia—recognising that autistic job seekers can benefit from employment support designed specifically around their strengths, communication styles and career aspirations. Understanding strengths before focusing on

Mount Barker is one of South Australia's fastest-growing communities. With new businesses opening, industries expanding and employers seeking skilled staff, there are more employment opportunities than ever before. Finding the right job—or the right employee—isn't simply about matching a resumé to a vacancy. It requires an understanding of the local community, knowledge of the employment market and strong relationships with local employers. At Southern Community Options, our

The Adelaide Disability & WorkAbility Expo is a premier event connecting people with disability, employers, service providers, and organisations committed to creating inclusive workplaces and employment opportunities. Visit us at Booth #57 to learn more about the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) Autism-Specific Program and how we support people on the autism spectrum to achieve their employment goals through open employment opportunities. Whether you’re exploring career p

Southern Community Options is the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) division of Barossa Enterprises (BE). BE has delivered employment supports to SA's wine growing regions for nearly 50 years, servicing the Barossa, Clare, Riverland and Southern Vales. We are a high-performing NDIS neuro-diverse employment provider and we are applying this expertise in IEA, for young people with autism. Our approach is hands-on and collaborative. We don’t just offer services from a distanc