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Boilermaker Clay’s role expands with help of new, innovative equipment through JobAccess
Clay is a Boilermaker working with Evermil , a steel fabrication and supplies business based on the South Coast of NSW. Clay’s role is diverse in nature. Day to day, he may be interpreting blueprints, cutting, moulding, and … supported Clay and Paul through what was a rather lengthy process sourcing the equipment required, as not many businesses produce the specialised and expensive equipment here in … -
Mental health is a universal human right: how your business can support a mentally healthy workplace
10 is World Mental Health Day (WMHD). This year’s theme is ‘Mental health is a universal human right'. World Mental Health Day is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone's mental health. Mental health and work: interesting … psychologist , where the counselling will assist the person in carrying out their job duties. Most assistance is in response to depression, stress, mood disorders, anxiety and anger … -
Neurodivergence and the workplace: Reducing unconscious bias in the recruitment process
16 October 2023 Neurodiversity describes that people experience and interact with the world in different ways. We are all neurodiverse. Look around your … simple tips can help give neurodivergent candidates an equal chance to show their fit for the role and thrive at work: Simplify your job advertisements : use clear, straight to the point … or neurodivergent candidates, are encouraged to apply. Carefully consider the inherent requirements for the role : ensure you are focused on the core skills required to perform the … -
Induction and training
As with any new starter, employees with disability will likely need orientation and training in their new role. Find out how to make sure the induction process is accessible and fair. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this … -
Right on track: National coach and Paralympian describes new wheelchair through JobAccess as game changing
Paralympian and now NSW Institute of Sport National Coach, Louise Sauvage , is set to receive a custom-built … wheelchair in the coming months. This game changing support will help Louise in her role coaching and mentoring athletes. Louise’s work and recognition on and off the track Louise … from competing internationally after the Athens Paralympics in 2004. That’s when she began her role of coaching athletes. At this time, Louise also started ‘Aspire to be a Champion’, a … -
Breaking barriers: Department for Child Protection embraces disability inclusion through JobAccess partnership
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) , SA plays a pivotal role in keeping children and young people safe from abuse and harm. It also offers care to those who experience neglect in … -
How employers can better support employees with disability
small but meaningful changes, you can: Keep staff for longer Build a stronger team culture and bring in new perspectives. Here are some simple steps you can take with help from JobAccess. … disability inclusion are supported. JobAccess provides guidance on communication, supervisor responsibilities, and managing disability at work. 7. Understand legal rights and responsibilities As an employer in Australia, you need to be across your obligations … -
Moving and mowing: Simple adjustments through JobAccess help Michael get back to life
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. “I have suffered from … to his Disability Employment Service (DES) provider , which helped him score the greenkeepers role earlier this year. While he loves being outside and enjoying mowing and dealing with the … disability to have equitable employment opportunities. However, not all people with disability require workplace adjustments. People with disability who are about to start work, are currently … -
JobAccess’ new Conversation Guide designed to support employers and employees in making workplace adjustments
launched a new Conversation Guide on workplace adjustments to facilitate an open, empathetic, and actionable discussion between employers and employees with disability. The resource has been … Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) Manager emphasises, “Employers play a crucial role in fostering a supportive, inclusive, and safe workplace for both current and future … -
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 protect ears from loud noises when one is younger so that the loss of hearing does not impact the … 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, tests their hearing, and fits …