As with any new starter, employees with disability will likely need orientation and training in their new role. Find out how to make sure the induction process … video: making sure induction and training is accessible what to cover in the induction process checking in with your new staff member. …

I’d even be any good on the job.” That’s where JobAccess stepped in. An independent worksite assessment was organised onsite by JobAccess with Tom, his employer and an Auslan sign language … to determine the disability-specific barriers and identify solutions. Auslan support for the workplace Following the worksite assessment, JobAccess organised the following support for Tom through the Employment Assistance …

Offering workplace adjustments helps to create inclusive organisations. Employers are growing interested in making workplaces more accessible. Over 180 employers recently joined JobAccess for a webinar. The theme … about workplace adjustments. They provide free, confidential advice. They also provide free workplace assessments. The Australian Government’s Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) can fund …

go to Creating a good resume . Before you start Before you start writing an application: check what you need to include – this should be in the job advertisement check how you need to submit the … details are also in the main part of the application. Number all pages. Making the final checks Read the job advertisement again and any other information. Make sure you have responded …

You can work with your employer to make changes in the workplace to support you to do your job. These types of changes are called ‘reasonable … into account and make changes to support you. Examples of changes Changes to work areas and workplaces Examples of physical changes include: a desk you can change the height of, for example … to the workplace through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). You can also apply for a free workplace assessment to help decide what adjustments you need. For all the details, go to Funding …

Daniel in his recovery, recommended that he contact JobAccess for assistance with his workplace modifications needs. Daniel returns to work where he gets to contribute and add value … for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) , a JobAccess Professional Adviser organised a free assessment of Daniel’s home and office workspaces. An independent assessor with specialised … It helps them buy work-related modifications and equipment. It also covers Auslan services, workplace assistance and support services. Through the EAF, JobAccess funded an adjustable desk …

and to support them in their job. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable adjustments, or workplace adjustments, give people with disability equal access to employment.  They help a … do their best at work. Reasonable adjustments might be: physical changes to the work area and workplace equipment or services changes to work methods and tasks. Not all employees with … examples and ideas at Making changes for different types of disability . You may get a free workplace assessment through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). A workplace assessor will give …

Daniel shares. “The test requires the client to listen and respond to single syllable words to assess their hearing. I wasn’t able to sufficiently understand the client’s response, which made … devices. A few days later JobAccess organised an occupational therapist to visit Daniel’s workplace to learn about his role and conduct a site assessment. “Having someone come out to the workplace and understand more about me and the …

Some employees with disability may already know a lot about any specific help, equipment and adjustments they might need. If you are working with a Disability Employment Services (DES) … other mental health issues, it may be helpful for a co-worker to be a ‘buddy’ in an emergency. Reviewing the plan Employers must review evacuation and emergency plans regularly. You should also review your plans if: the …

she isn’t alone. According to the Suncorp Incusion@Work Index 2017-18, employees in inclusive workplaces – including those hiring people with disability – are four times more likely to stay … in non-inclusive workplaces). Many employees with disability don’t need any changes to the workplace. For some members of the team, their disability means that they may need minor changes … of resources available for employers, and the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) offers free workplace assessments and funding to help make adjustments. “It’s something that I think every …