The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, addressed the National Press Club today to announce a once-in-a-generation reform to employment services. Minister Rishworth said that the current one-size-fits-all approach to servicing in Workforce Australia means too many people are missing out on the opportunity to find suitable employment.
Australia’s employment services system can do better for individuals, for the community, and for the economy. A new service model will be introduced to provide tailored employment services to support the diverse needs of individual jobseekers. A more responsive service that connects people to the right support at the right time, and improves pathways to secure, well-paid employment.
Employment services reform includes redesigning service delivery, triaging, planning, mutual obligations and provider incentives.
Have your say
The Shaping the future of employment services Discussion Paper has been released to seek input from individuals, organisations and the broader community on the design of the future mainstream employment service.
Individuals who are interested in sharing their experiences to help create real change for people looking for work are encouraged to apply to join the Employment Services Lived Experience Panel.
More information
- Visit the Employment Services Reform page to find out more and have your say
- Read the Minister’s media release
- Read the Minister’s National Press Club Address