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Employment Assistance Fund
A perfect pitch solution for Daniel Daniel Pistritto, an Audiometrist and Assistive Listening Device Product Manager at Blamey Saunders hears, believes it is essential “to … in information technology, Daniel spent many years in the field and enjoyed doing his work. Over time, however, he realised the effect gradual hearing loss had on his ability to continue in the same industry and decided to switch careers to audiometry. “I wanted to understand my hearing problem better as well as help others … -
NDRC partnership improves recruitment policies and practices at Legal Aid NSW
Legal Aid NSW has received support from JobAccess to implement workplace adjustments for their … Aid NSW is an independent government agency that runs across the state. It offers free legal advice to disadvantaged people. Legal Aid NSW has been working with JobAccess for some time, getting support with implementing workplace adjustments and … -
How to support a neurodivergent workforce
a guide for employers: Supporting a Neurodivergent Workforce . The guide is designed to help organisations gain confidence and skills when working with neurodivergent employees and job seekers. It explores how employers can attract, … -
What is JobAccess? | Free Disability Employment Support
by GenU, on behalf of the Department of Social Services. JobAccess provides free, expert advice and services to: People with disability. Employers. Service providers. Since 2006, … people with disability We offer people with disability: Expert advice on finding and keeping a job Workplace adjustments and modifications through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) Financial support for assistive technology, training, and … -
How employers can better support employees with disability
It’s an easy way to record agreed changes and share them with managers. 2. Create tailored support plans Each employee has unique needs, so having a clear support plan helps ensure adjustments are understood and applied consistently. For practical guidance on having these conversations, use the Making Workplace Adjustments Easy, … -
About the Employment Assistance Fund
The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) is a free government service. It can help cover the costs of making changes to your workplace to support an employee with disability. … -
Moving and mowing: Simple adjustments through JobAccess help Michael get back to life
For Michael* finally being able to work after a few dreadful accidents left him with permanent severe injuries means far more than just being gainfully employed. His new job working with maintenance and managing the lawns for a sporting club is giving him back life. … -
Supporting invisible disability: Haley’s journey back to work with JobAccess
made a difference Sitting for long periods was painful and difficult for Haley. Through the Employer Assistance Fund (EAF) , JobAccess provided the right workplace adjustments, including specialised equipment. “JobAccess has helped me get back to work by supporting me with equipment which has helped manage my fatigue … -
Daniel returns to work following a spinal injury, with the support of JobAccess
to work where he gets to contribute and add value Upon receiving Daniel’s application for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) , a JobAccess Professional Adviser organised a free assessment of Daniel’s home and office … to Daniel’s workspaces were recommended. The assessor also suggested tailored equipment and assistive technology to support Daniel at work. The EAF gives financial help to eligible people … -
JobAccess’ new Conversation Guide designed to support employers and employees in making workplace adjustments
on workplace adjustments to facilitate an open, empathetic, and actionable discussion between employers and employees with disability. The resource has been developed through feedback … equal opportunities for everyone. They are an important enabler for people with disability to work safely, productively and feel included. An effective conversation is a good starting point for employers and people with disability to help identify any barriers and find potential solutions. Offering workplace adjustments are …