Jobedge, a leading provider of Disability Employment Services in Adelaide that brings together the knowledge of experienced medical practitioners, Momenta HQ, through its joint venture with national employment services provider, Asuria, is proud to announce that it has been appointed by the Department of Social Services to deliver the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) program across Northern Adelaide, Western Adelaide, and Murraylands, commencing on 1 November 2025. IEA replaces the current Disability Employment Services (DES) program.  

Since 2018, Jobedge has delivered the DES program across Adelaide, securing strong, sustainable employment outcomes for people with disability. This contract win enables Jobedge to support more people in Northern and Western Adelaide, where our caseload has grown significantly, and to begin providing services in the Murraylands region for the first time. Together, these additions will increase our caseload by more than three times, helping more South Australians with disability to find and retain meaningful employment. 

Jobedge will deliver the IEA program across the following locations:  

  • Murraylands: Murray Bridge, Tailembend, Coonalpyn, Lameroo 
  • North Adelaide: Modbury, Salisbury, Edinburgh North, Virginia, Birdwood 
  • Western Adelaide: Port Adelaide, Torrensville, Woodville 

The IEA program aims to help people with disability, injury, or a health condition to secure and sustain meaningful employment, while also supporting employers to adopt inclusive recruitment and workplace practices. Jobedge’s deep understanding of the barriers people with disability face in the workforce positions it as a trusted provider, ensuring participants and employers alike receive the support needed for long-term success. 

Jobedge distinguishes itself through its unique partnership with Momenta HQ, setting it apart from other employment service providers. Central to this collaboration are Momenta HQ’s founders, Dr Clive Hume and Dr Paul Pers, who serve as Chief Medical Officers at Jobedge. With extensive backgrounds in rehabilitation, occupational health, and mental wellbeing, Clive and Paul bring a clinical perspective that is rarely found in mainstream employment services. 

Their expertise enables Jobedge to provide specialised, medically informed support tailored to individuals with medical conditions, disabilities, and injuries. Unlike traditional employment providers which primarily focus on job placement, Jobedge, through its partnership with Momenta HQ, ensures that participants receive comprehensive, personalised guidance that considers their unique health-related challenges and strengths. 

From workplace adjustments and condition-specific coaching to mental health strategies and return-to-work planning, Clive and Paul’s insights allow Jobedge to create evidence-based employment pathways. This proactive and holistic approach not only helps participants secure meaningful employment but also ensures they are physically and mentally prepared to succeed and sustain long-term careers. 

By integrating medical expertise into employment services, Jobedge goes beyond job placement—it empowers individuals to enter the workforce with confidence, resilience, motivation, and the right support structures in place. 

Jobedge Director, Carolyn Mounce, says: “Delivering the IEA program is a transformative opportunity to empower individuals with disability across Adelaide by providing tailored, innovative support that meets them where they are. At Jobedge, we’re committed to breaking down barriers and building bridges to meaningful employment, ensuring every participant has the tools and confidence to succeed in an inclusive workforce.” 

Comprehensive Support for Participants and Employers 

To ensure participants receive the best possible support, Jobedge will provide: 

  • Personalised Career Planning – Helping individuals develop tailored pathways to employment, considering their skills, experience, and aspirations. 
  • Specialist Mentoring & Job Matching – One-on-one guidance to help participants build confidence, overcome employment barriers, and connect with inclusive employers. 
  • Customised Training & Skill Development – Ensuring participants gain relevant qualifications and workplace skills to improve their employability. 
  • Wellbeing & In-Work Support – Ongoing assistance to help participants adjust to their new roles, including workplace accommodations and access to mental health support and resources. 

For employers, Jobedge will provide: 

  • Disability Awareness Training – Equipping businesses with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive workplaces and better support employees with disability. 
  • Open Hiring Events – Creating accessible recruitment pathways by directly connecting businesses with a diverse talent pool of skilled candidates. 
  • Workplace Inclusion Support – Expert guidance on reasonable adjustments, workplace accommodations, job coaching, and mentoring to ensure employee success and retention. 
  • Long-Term Partnership & Retention Support – Helping employers foster inclusive workplace cultures, improve retention rates, and access a wider talent pool. 

Jobedge is also committed to supporting its staff by providing ongoing professional development, including Certificate IV qualification support, industry-informed training, and career planning guidance to help them better assist participants and meet workforce demands. This holistic approach fosters a culture of diversity, inclusion, and career progression, enhancing employee morale, productivity, and retention within Jobedge. 

Through this holistic, person-centred approach, Jobedge will help create workplaces that reflect and celebrate the richness of diversity, fostering inclusivity and resilience while contributing to a more equitable and stronger society for all. 

“We are honoured to be entrusted with delivering the IEA program across Western Adelaide, Northern Adelaide, and Murraylands. This expansion of our ability to service people with disability in Adelaide allows us to continue our mission of increasing employment participation for people from diverse backgrounds, particularly those facing barriers to work,” said Nicole Grainger-Marsh, CEO. 

“Jobedge’s approach will unlock opportunities previously out of reach, creating lasting employment outcomes for individuals with disability and ensuring that no Australian is left behind.” 

To support the expansion of the IEA program, Jobedge will be creating new roles across its service regions. Those interested in making a meaningful impact by helping Australians with disability find and keep a job are encouraged to visit Jobedge.com.au/careers for opportunities. 

Jobedge’s track record in driving positive employment outcomes, combined with its robust connections to inclusive employers in Adelaide, positions it as a trusted leader to deliver on the promises of the IEA program, ultimately making a lasting impact on the lives of job seekers living with disability. 

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