EMPLOYER SERVICES

Ostara Australia provides a free service to help employers recruit job ready and right fit candidates into their organisation.

In partnership with over 6000 businesses across Australia, Ostara Australia has placed candidates with a mental illness or other disability into sustainable and meaningful positions across all job sectors, including retail, hospitality, health, aged care and social assistance, construction, transport, hospitality, food services, public administration, direct marketing, warehousing, logistics, manufacturing and professional services.

EMPLOYERS ENJOY THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

Ostara Australia is fully Government funded and provides cost-free services.
Only “right fit” and “job ready” candidates recommended ensuring long-term employment outcomes.
Reduce high turnover and find staff for hard-to-fill vacancies.
Flexibility with candidates to work full time, part time or job share.
Assistance with accessing Government employment subsidies.
A dedicated Ostara Australia Employment Consultant.
Ongoing support for both the employee and employer, for as long as required.
A nationwide database of candidates.
Professional recruitment and HR advice.
Job In Jeopardy Assistance – to help you retain staff who may be at risk of losing their job due to injury, illness, mental health condition or disability.

For a confidential discussion, or to meet with an employment consultant about your business requirements, contact your local Ostara Australia office or our national office on 1300 JOB SEEK (1300 562 7335)

Services for Employers

Ostara Australia Can Help – At No Cost to Your Business

Ostara Australia offers a free, government-funded recruitment service to help businesses find job-ready, right-fit candidates. We’ve partnered with 6,000+ employers, placing individuals with mental health into sustainable roles across industries like retail, hospitality, aged care, construction, transport, warehousing, and more.

Cost-free recruitment
Pre-screened, job-ready candidates for long-term success.
Lower staff turnover & solutions for hard-to-fill roles.
Flexible hiring – full-time, part-time, or job share options.
Access to government wage subsidies.
Ongoing support for both employers & employees.
HR & recruitment advice from dedicated staff.
Job retention support for employees of job loss.

Let’s find the right candidate for your team! Contact your local Ostara Australia office or call 1300 JOB SEEK (1300 562 7335) for a confidential discussion.

How We Help

Workplace assessments & job redesign advice.
Training for job retention & mental health awareness.
Ongoing support from Ostara Australia.

Employer Benefits

Retain skilled employees & reduce hiring costs.
Improve workplace wellbeing & reduce absenteeism.
Access continuous support.

Eligibility

Employed for at least 8 hours per week for 13 weeks.
Employment affected by mental health.
Aged 14–65 & an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Why Partner with Ostara Australia?

We help you find the right people for your business. At Ostara Australia, we work with you to understand your hiring needs and connect you with job ready candidates who are the right fit. Our support continues for up to 12 months to ensure a smooth transition. Our service includes access to government funding and ongoing support for free.

Corporate and Social Responsibility

Businesses have a social responsibility to support inclusive employment. By mentoring and hiring people with disabilities, you can make a real difference. Let’s partner to transform lives—Ostara cares, and your organisation can too.

Wage Subsidies

We connect employers with job seekers who may qualify for the Wage Subsidy Scheme, which helps cover costs during the first three to six months of training.
What Are Wage Incentives?
Government-funded assistance for eligible job seekers, offering employers support for hiring and training new staff. Incentives are tailored to individual job seekers.
Ostara Australia only presents job-ready candidates. Contact an Ostara Employment Specialist to learn how the Wage Subsidy can benefit your business.

Work Assist Program

Our Work Assist Program helps employees at risk of losing their jobs due to disability, mental health conditions, illness, or injury—at no cost to you.