applying a disability perspective. Job ads are more inclusive. There’s increased confidence in supporting candidates. And we advise hiring managers about inclusive interview practices.” … We’re now better at handling reasonable adjustment requests,” Nathan adds.  Expert advice and support with workplace adjustments are another service that JobAccess provides. These adjustments can be funded through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) . The EAF gives financial help to employers …

issues you faced in past workplaces and how you worked with your employer to find solutions. Financial help for changes in the workplace If you might need adjustments to help you do the job, you can tell the employer about the Employment Assistance Fund . This can help cover the costs of changes to workspaces or buying equipment and assistive technology. Responding to …

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 adjustments.  Blindness and low vision at work How a person’s level of …

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) … of South Australia when she received the shock diagnosis that she had MS. Thanks to a very supportive employer - and assistance from JobAccess - she has been able to continue working, learning and making a …

with disability are: more productive have a better safety record are more reliable are more cost-effective to employ 1 . Australian employers are seeing the benefits of employing people … from more than 25 organisations joined the events. The seminars gave practical strategies to support employees with disability. Room for disability representation in leadership positions … means they must make the changes needed for the employee to do their job. Employers can get assistance to cover the cost of workplace adjustments. For more information, visit the Australian …

Staff with vision, hearing and physical conditions can thrive at work with the right support. There is funding available for workplace changes and services.  …

employers a better understanding of disability and inclusion at work. It can help you get the support you need and to support other staff members. Disability awareness training Disability …   You or your employer can contact JobAccess for more information on training courses.  Financial support for awareness training Your employer may be able to get financial help through …

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. … 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 …

A workplace assessor can help decide what changes a workplace needs to support an employee with disability. They can also assess an employee’s productivity. Assessments are free through the Employment Assistance Fund or the Supported Wage System. Assessments for workplace adjustments Employees with disability might be …

mental health conditions and low literacy shouldn’t be barriers to work. Learn how you can support your employees and create a workplace that is accessible for all. You may also be able to get funding for workplace changes and services.  …