Empowering people
with disability to turn strengths into meaningful employment.
At Youth Employment Assistance Australia (YEAA), we believe every person with a disability has a unique mix of strengths, talents and interests that can shine in the workplace. Our mission is simple — to help you discover those strengths, build your skills and connect with meaningful work or work experience that feels right for you.
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About Us
Why YEAA exists
At Youth Employment Assistance Australia (YEAA), we believe every person with disability of legal working age deserves the chance to experience all that employment has to offer — from social connection and economic participation to a sense of purpose and belonging. Our mission is simple: to walk alongside people with disability as they build the skills, confidence and support networks they need to thrive in meaningful work or work experience.
Our approach
YEAA isn’t a generic support service. We take an individualised employment approach, tailoring every step to the person’s strengths, interests and goals. We focus on practical skill development, job readiness, employer engagement and on-the-job support to make employment sustainable. This is about real-world outcomes — not tick-box programs.
The Expertise Behind YEAA
YEAA is led by Cherie Cordina
who brings nearly two decades of experience across disability support, mental health, recruitment, HR, coaching and training. Unlike many services that rely solely on support workers, YEAA blends hands-on disability expertise with professional qualifications in recruitment, training and career development. This means we can confidently support participants and their families through every stage of the employment journey — from preparing resumes to approaching employers and settling into a role.
Qualifications that matter
Our credentials include:
18 years in Disability & Mental Health Support
qualifications and practical expertise in both
Accredited Career Coach & Qualified Trainer
goal setting, skill building and structured learning
Recruitment & Employer Engagement Experience
proven ability to match people with the right workplaces
Vocational Support Committee Member (8 years)
actively shaping best practice for school leavers with NDIS funding
Crisis Support & Mental Health First Aid Training
ensuring we can support people through complex situations
Extensive Recruitment Background
Corporate & disability sectors
These qualifications and experiences aren’t listed to impress — they’re shared to reassure you that YEAA combines compassion with capability, and that your employment journey is in skilled, experienced hands.
Our why
At the heart of YEAA is a deep belief in inclusion and a commitment to helping people with disability feel seen, valued and supported. We know employment changes lives — building friendships, confidence and independence — and we’re here to make that possible.
What Makes YEAA Different?
We provide an individualised employment approach
not a one-size-fits-all program. Whether you’re exploring your first job, changing careers or seeking work experience, YEAA’s tailored support can help you take the next step at your pace.
We See Beyond Barriers
We see superpowers — the attention to detail, the unique perspectives, the loyalty, the drive. And we help young people bring those to life in the workplace, while also showing employers the value in hiring smarter and more inclusively.
