A common question JobAccess Advisers often get asked is, “what is reasonable for employers to ask as evidence of disability from employees?”. Our advice is based on good practice*. An employee does not have tell their employer, unless it impacts – their ability to …

awareness training’ specifically to their workplace needs. Employers can visit the JobAccess Employer Toolkit which includes free, on-demand and practical resources covering all aspects of disability employment, including mental health. This free toolkit is designed to build employer confidence …

the daily challenges she experiences as a result of her blindness mean that she needs extra support - and with JobAccess, Fiona knows she can get the help she needs to continue to thrive. … Support for workplace changes As she has done in the past and with the full support of her employer, Fiona lodged an online application for funding for work-related assistive technology through the Australian Government’s Employment …

specialising in commercial court litigation since 1992.  Their primary goal, he says, is to help people walk through the complex legal system without going to a court trial.  “We are part of a trusted legal system to assist with disputes between people concerning money. Court trials can be stressful, … versions, and nothing is black and white. As lawyers, we need to collect all the facts, work out multiple probabilities and provide support to our clients in resolving the matter.” …

You can help employees who have difficulties with reading and writing and give them confidence to do their job and stay safe. This might include giving information in different ways and linking employees with support and training. Literacy at work Employees need to be able to read and write in most …

the organisation’s full recruitment process improved. Improving accessibility The Council worked with JobAccess to make it easier for people with disability to access jobs within its … The People and Culture team wanted to learn more about disability in the workplace and get advice from experts. That’s where the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) stepped … hiring process The Council worked with an NDRC Professional Adviser to look at their hiring practices. They received advice on how to make applying for jobs an accessible and inclusive …

  With the support of JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC), The Perth Mint has not only made its recruitment practices more inclusive, but has also recently employed a person with disability who is making a significant contribution to its records team. …

No matter the industry, safety in the workplace is everyone's responsibility. It’s important to work together to make sure everyone is healthy and safe.  What you must do Work health and safety … This means you must: act responsibly take care of yourself and others work together with your employer on work health and safety issues.  Each industry has its own work health and safety …

As part of partnership, the NDRC Adviser reviewed PROK’s recruitment processes to provide advice on best practices. The NDRC also delivered disability awareness training, which started important conversations about disability between the team. The training focused on disability employment basics, including inclusive language, and making reasonable adjustments. Rory …

do some tasks in a different way to sighted employees. But that doesn’t mean they can’t do the job. There are many ways you can support employees who are blind or have vision loss.  This might include simple changes to work areas and tasks or using assistive technology. You can also get funding for workplace …