a landscaper and property services provider, Michael enjoys the creativity that comes with the job. “Apart from 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 business – MP Property Services – also means having long days of … drained,” explains Michael. A few years ago, Michael learnt about JobAccess through his MS Employment Support Service team. Michael adds, “They saw I was exhausted and asked ‘what can we …

JobAccess Recognised for Disability Employment Leadership. JobAccess has been celebrated as a world-leading program that helps remove barriers and improve accessibility for people with disability. At a recent conference held in Vienna, the JobAccess program won a Zero …

he injured his spine and acquired quadriplegia. Daniel has now returned to his role as Head of Recruitment at the Sydney Roosters, working from his new and accessible workspace. Daniel’s … NRL. He was also the coach of St. Helens in the Super League. In 2006, he was named BBC Sports Personality Coach of the Year. Currently, he works as the Head of Recruitment at Sydney Roosters. … Daniel returns to work where he gets to contribute and add value Upon receiving Daniel’s application for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) , a JobAccess Professional Adviser organised …

Howard now teaches mathematics and religion to years nine through 12. He also mentors graduate staff and students, and he values the open exchange he has been able to foster with his students about disability and resilience. “With Covid, the boys are currently going through a really difficult …

adjustments are large. Accessibility is key to including 4.4 million Australians with disability in the workforce. Making workplace adjustments is simple, cost-effective and benefits … benefit everyone. It is one of the best ways to give people with disability access to employment opportunities. It also supports them to be comfortable and productive at work. The research revealed that employers overestimated the cost of workplace adjustments. Forty per cent of people surveyed …

in strife. Getting moving and mowing, thanks to JobAccess The former construction and roadside worker is still in considerable pain, particularly in his left foot. Walking is very difficult. … to be careful how he manages his rehab, recovery and pain levels. Michael was grateful to his Disability Employment Service (DES) provider , which helped him score the greenkeepers role earlier this …

the teaching staff, and having him here is breaking down some of the stereotypes of what people with disability can and can’t do.’ Paul focuses on Daniel’s ability rather than his disability. … with disability want to do – contribute. That’s how I feel anyway,’ says Daniel. Benefits of employing people with disability Being open to employing a person with disability can lead …

and secondary schools in Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs, someone suggested that because of his disability he should be educated alongside others with disability. He was enrolled in a … him down a far more successful and inspiring path. “If not, I would have quite easily ended up living in a home and working in what used to be called a sheltered workshop. But because of support from organisations like JobAccess I have been able to live a full and satisfying life.” Not everyone could see his abilities But it hasn’t been easy …

neurodiverse, there are patterns of brain functioning and development that are more common. People who have this more common brain type are considered to be neurotypical and people who do … “I’m on a social mission changing how people think about autism,” shared Sharon. Combining her lived experience as an autistic person, her research, work experience and her passions, Sharon is busy driving impact in the …

The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) is a free government service. It can help cover the costs of making changes to your workplace to support an employee with disability. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this …