About Chapter 1 Employment

At Chapter 1 Employment, we believe that every person has a story worth telling and a place in the workforce where they can thrive.

Our work is built on a simple idea. When you focus on people, not just placements, better outcomes follow. We connect individuals with employers who value inclusion and are open to seeing potential in a different way.

We understand that no two journeys are the same. That is why we take the time to understand both the individual and the employer, creating connections that are not only successful but lasting.

Ready to begin your story?

Ready to begin your story?

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Our Approach

We focus on building genuine relationships.
By working closely with employers, service providers, and support networks, we create pathways that are tailored, practical, and built around real opportunities. Our role is to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity in a way that feels natural and sustainable.

Why We Do What We Do

Inclusive employment creates stronger workplaces and better communities.
When businesses open their doors to a more diverse workforce, they gain new perspectives, improve culture, and create environments where people feel valued. At the same time, individuals are given the opportunity to build confidence, independence, and purpose through meaningful work.
We’re changing the story of recruitment, one placement at a time.

Mission

To enable people, communities, and places to overcome disadvantage and flourish.

Vision

To be an innovative and effective provider of human and community services.

Purpose

To connect progressive businesses with overlooked individuals so they can write the next chapter of their journey together.

Meet The Team

Our team brings together lived experience, industry knowledge, and a shared commitment to inclusion.

We understand the challenges, the opportunities, and the impact that the right employment pathway can have. That understanding shapes everything we do.

Josh

Founder & Director

Josh has been working in the employment services sector across Australia since 2011. Having two siblings with disabilities, Josh is particularly passionate about telling a jobseeker’s story, focusing on their strengths and placing them in a fantastic working environment.

Daniel

Activator

Daniel is an expert on Government policy, strategy, & world-leading inclusive practices and has a bachelor of Government & International Relations. He is educating employers & job seekers on Disability, he lives with Autism and leads our peer-support work for this cohort.

Greg

Activate Program Manager

Greg brings a wealth of experience around inclusive communities through integrating strategies across Government, Employers, Sport & Recreation, and support agencies. Greg lives with a vision impairment and represents the sensory disability cohort through his peer-work.

Brianne

Activator

Brianne brings a knowledge-base from her Bachelor of Inclusive Education and Disability, as well as customer service and banking. She represents the Psycho-social cohort with her lived-experience insights.

Contact Us

If you are looking to create more inclusive employment opportunities or strengthen your current approach, we are here to help.

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