Software and communication technology The EAF can fund assistive technology or software for work. Examples include: screen reading and speech recognition software braille software and … tippers automatic floor cleaning devices work platforms. The EAF is only for items specific to supporting disability. If the equipment is something an employer would normally provide, the EAF won’t pay for it.  For example, employers are …

There is a range of training options to help your management and employees get a better understanding of disability and mental health. … the costs of training. Arranging awareness training Disability awareness training provides information and tips about disability in the workplace. It can help your team: get a better understanding about disability, including facts, research and myths learn tips to support good practice in your workplace create a more supportive and inclusive workplace …

If you need workplace changes, equipment or services to help you or your employee, you can apply online for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). Find out about the process and the information you need to …

of the job differently or that you’re open to applicants who might not meet every requirement. Help to design and promote jobs A Disability Employment Services provider or a JobAccess Adviser can help you design and promote jobs for …

below the shoulders. Nathan’s resilience and motivation were obvious to his family and medical support team. Nathan focused on his family,  “I love my boys, and I love my wife, so I didn’t … based themselves in Young, NSW. The next stage of Nathan’s journey began: returning to work as a farm manager. Nathan works at Ballyhooley, a sheep and cattle station, and Nathan and … contractors also fall within Nathan’s scope of work. Nathan faced challenges in getting back to work, including being unable to access the farm safely, operate sheds and machinery, open …

if you need to bring any of your own equipment to do your job. Remote setup – if you’ll be working from home, check what technology you need and what your employer will provide. For more advice, visit the Fair Work website Starting a new job page. You can download a guide and …

Tom was rapt to score his first job at a cabinet-making business. “I was so happy to have got myself a gig,” Tom* said. “It was … 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 …

The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) provides reimbursements to an Applicant for workplace modifications, equipment and services necessary for a person with disability to perform their employment duties. The EAF can help people whether they are working, about to start work, or self-employed.  What can you use …

passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). They want all staff to feel safe and supported at work. "DEI is a big focus of ours," Jessica, who leads recruitment for Circana across Australia … to hire more people with disability,” Jessica explained. “I thought JobAccess could be a great service to help us do that. It’s great to partner with a service that is so knowledgeable in this …

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.” …