When your recruitment process is easy to access you welcome a broader and more diverse talent pool, including people with disability. Inclusive hiring starts with … design of your website, accessible recruitment practices can open the door to more candidates and better outcomes. Why accessibility matters Most jobseekers will interact with your … Here are a few quick wins: Make job ads accessible Tell candidates ‘what’ they will do in the role. Use plain language, avoid jargon, short sentences, and clear formatting. Make sure your …

the benefits of employing people with disability. They are tapping into the diverse skills and experiences they have to offer. Many organisations are removing barriers when they hire and … feel stalled in their careers and repress themselves at work 3 . A team approach Everyone is responsible for changing the systems that limit people with disability. Leaders have the power to make disability inclusion a priority. They can hold the workplace accountable to diversity and inclusion goals. Setting good policies, hiring goals, and …

that apply when you employ staff with disability. Understand what you need to do to be fair and comply – from advertising and recruiting to making adjustments. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: rights for people with disability the Disability Discrimination Act (the Act) what is disability …

  Nicole Vongdara, Senior Manager, Diversity and Inclusion at PwC One of the biggest employers in the world is dedicated to employing people … by trade, and is an expert on disability employment and diversity and inclusion practices. Her role is in support provision—working with these recruiters to understand any adjustments (if any) … buildings are already very accessible, so it’s more about addressing any of the specific needs and requirements of our employees.” JobAccess and the Employment Assistance Fund can help …

As a landscaper and property services provider, Michael enjoys the creativity that comes with the job. “Apart … landscaping, I support my clients with property maintenance, house repairs, garden maintenance and much more. It’s an all-round service,” he adds. Being self-employed and running his own … help decrease the impact heat was having on Michael’s symptoms. To reduce the amount of energy required for Michael to walk around his workplace, the EAF funded lightweight boots that were 25% …

Despite 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) thwart her career ambitions. …

2025 , held on the Gold Coast in May. The event brought together sector leaders, practitioners and advocates to explore the future of disability employment and promote more inclusive workplaces across Australia. The JobAccess National Manager and the … the key insights shared include: The importance of tailored workplace adjustments The role of employer engagement The benefits of inclusive recruitment practices. “We were delighted …

She even trains new members of the team,” Rachel says. The Café’s manager, second in command and cook, Andrea Marriott, echoes that sentiment. “There are a couple of girls in particular that … the team, their disability means that they may need minor changes in the workplace or to their role. For Rachel, this has meant offering things like shorter shift times and setting some …

Services (DES) , who have been really great in working to understand our organisation, and partnering with us to find people suitable for the roles we have,” says Kathy. For businesses like Compass Group, DES can work with employers to … immediately wanted to help. They worked with me, another provider in Melbourne to find me the role at Compass,” says Kevin. Now he manages six people in his team doing laundry and cleaning, …

GenU, on behalf of the Department of Social Services. JobAccess provides free, expert advice and services to: People with disability. Employers. Service providers. Since 2006, JobAccess has … assistive technology, training, and workplace accessibility Resources and guidance on employee rights and workplace support. The goal is to remove barriers for people with disability at work, … reputation Access to diverse skills and perspectives. Hiring people with disability isn’t just right—it makes good business sense. Get Started with JobAccess Whether you're a jobseeker, need …