stepped in. An independent worksite assessment was organised onsite by JobAccess with Tom, his employer and an Auslan sign language interpreter to determine the disability-specific barriers and identify solutions. Auslan support for the workplace Following … the worksite assessment, JobAccess organised the following support for Tom through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) based on the recommendations of the assessor: Installation of …

Council worked with the Australian Government’s JobAccess service and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to improve their disability confidence and provide equitable employment opportunities for Australians with disability.  The NDRC works with larger public and … barriers and provides practical, expert advice to implement good practices in attracting, employing, and retaining people with disability.  In this video, Casual Document and Information …

For Michael, being a self-employed handyman is more than just a job. It’s a way to stay active, help others, and support … day is different, from fixing fences and mowing lawns to installing grab rails in homes for people with disability. “I run my own business doing handyman work and garden maintenance. Every day is …

Returning to work after an injury or illness can be challenging, especially when living with an invisible disability. For Rehabilitation Counselling student, Haley, support from JobAccess made all the … have an invisible disability,” Haley says. "Sometimes I can walk without support, but I still live with the pain and fatigue from my injury. That isn’t always visible to others.” The right …

Sarnya’s journey from the corporate world to Paralympics and now as a self-employed business owner has been driven by her passion for helping people. See how JobAccess supported Sarnya with simple adjustments to help her pursue her business and drive to help. From Paralympics to …

and mentoring athletes. Louise’s work and recognition on and off the track Louise was born with a congenital spinal condition. At the age of 18, Louise competed in her first Paralympic … time, Louise also started ‘Aspire to be a Champion’, a foundation supporting athletes with disability. Fast forward to 2023, National Coach Louise supports and coaches athletes in … she apply for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) . The EAF gives financial help to eligible people living with disability and mental health conditions, as well as employers. It helps them …

It was this passion that drew me to undertake a course in audiometry, and join my current employer,” Daniel said. In his role as an audiometrist, Daniel meets clients with hearing issues, … such as these saw Daniel get in touch with JobAccess and lodge an online application for the Employment Assistance Fund to secure funding support for assistive hearing devices. A few days … better as well as take on broader responsibilities. In addition to meeting clients in person, Daniel now provides consultation via telephone and video conferencing to clients across …

As you reach your disability employment goals, there are many ways your organisation can recognise and celebrate positive …

job descriptions flexible work arrangements ways to advertise your job help from Disability Employment Services. …