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 …

your employer about your mental health conditions may have benefits, such as: creating trust and open relationships changing workplace attitudes about mental health making it easier to … arrangements . Your employer is also likely to be more understanding if you become unwell and need time off. They may be more willing to make changes to meet your needs. For example, they … if you wish to talk about your mental health. For more on work safety and the law visit Your role in work health and safety . For information about laws that apply in your area, see the Safe …

/ seven days a week. The support service personnel are there to listen, provide information and advice, and point people in the right direction so they can seek further support, for the cost of a local call (may be more for … You can chat online 3pm - 12am, 7 days a week. Email us and receive a response within 24 hours. Kids Helpline Phone: 1800 55 1800 www.kidshelp.com.au Young people aged …

Flexible working arrangements, such as changed hours and working from home, may help you find a better work-life balance. Flexibility may also benefit … work from home, it’s a good idea to make an agreement with your employer so it’s clear who is responsible for what.  Your agreement could include: who will buy or provide any equipment, such … too noisy keeping equipment safe, well maintained and in good order. Your employer could be responsible if you have an injury while working from home. They may want to do a work health and …

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A range of peak bodies and associations support disability organisations and people around Australia. If you have an area of interest or want information to support … Australia Disabled People’s Organisations Australia promotes and advances the human rights and freedoms of all people with disability. It is an alliance of 4 national Disabled …

modifications. In the workplace, this might include: physical changes to your work area and workplace equipment or services changes to tasks or the way you work. You might find even simple changes will meet your needs. By law your employer must take your disability into account and make changes to support you. Examples of changes Changes to work areas and workplaces … with a co-worker. For example, if you have a back injury, you could swap lifting and carrying duties with tasks you can do at your desk. If you have a Disability Employment Service (DES) …

you can apply online for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). Find out about the process and the information you need to apply. Who can apply The EAF supports people with disability who … or services you need (There is more information about this below.) What is a valid myGov account for registering with JobAccess? You may have already registered and have a myGov account. …

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If your organisation is new to hiring people with disability, there is support and services to help. Find out where to get support with recruiting, funding for adjustments, training and more. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: JobAccess advice and resources access to funding the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator Disability …