Inclusive hiring starts with small changes that make a big difference. From the way you write job ads to the design of your website, accessible recruitment practices can open the door to more … can sometimes create barriers for people with disability. For example: A person using assistive technology may not be able to read a job ad on a website that does not meet web access … keyboard or screen reader. A PDF that isn’t accessible may mean that not everyone has the same information to prepare them for the recruitment process. Inclusive language ensures accessibility …

For Michael, being a self-employed handyman is more than just a job. It’s a way to stay active, help others, and support his family. Each day is different, from fixing fences and mowing lawns …

a shock diagnosis, this talented young woman is reaching for the top - thanks to the right support from her employer and JobAccess. Laura Masters isn’t letting Multiple Sclerosis (MS) thwart her career ambitions. The passionate art lover was just 28-years-of-age working in her dream job at …

from when she first hires them to the people they become is the most rewarding part of her job. “One of the girls wouldn’t talk to customers at all when she started. Now she’s chatting to … Andrea. “It’s incredible to see just how much their confidence has grown since they started working at Waterfalls,” she says. Andrea herself has anxiety, but sees her job as an escape. “Basically – work is my safe place,” she says. “It’s somewhere that I’m busy all the time, and I have …

Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) . The NDRC is JobAccess' employer engagement service. It partners with larger organisations to improve their disability knowledge and … at DCP. “Some peers in the public sector network highly recommended JobAccess. They had worked with the NDRC before and found JobAccess very helpful when it comes to creating a more … Teresa shared that she found  JobAccess vacancy distribution service beneficial.  “The adviser helped us build strong relationships with Disability Employment Services (DES) providers. We can …

is an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) taking a person centred and holistic approach to employment for people with disability. Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, shares their challenges and … According to Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, its success is a result of its inclusive, positive culture and person-centred approach. ‘We encourage new and long-term employees and … people transition to the NDIS, we have an opportunity to provide different and more holistic services to people… It’s not just about giving people a job.’ For example, Brite has been …

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. …

Some employees with disability need adjustments to support them do their job. Find out how JobAccess services can help you understand and make changes. You can watch this …

and has been diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome. “I really love interacting with customers and helping them with anything they might need,” says Chris. “Coming to work everyday with a smile on my face is important to me.” Chris’s boss Gavin McLeod owns six … their 1000 employees, over 120 live with disability. “One of the things I enjoy most about my job is the people I work with - forming solid relationships with our employees and watching them …

Considering a person with disability could lead you to the best person for the job—just ask Ebru Dogan, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor at Gold Coast Health. “It’s definitely a positive thing for any organisation. Aside from working towards an inclusive culture and meeting targets, it brings a diversity of thought that …