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Regular updates about what’s new in disability employment, including media releases and upcoming events.
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DES Quality Guidelines V 2.0 now available on the Department of Social Service’s website
3 December 2024
DES Quality Guidelines V2.0 includes updates to reflect the DES Performance Framework, improve accessibility and amendments to the methodology for determining Overall Quality ratings.
JobAccess wins Zero Project Award 2025 for innovative approach to disability employment
3 December 2024
Zero Project has recognised JobAccess as a 2025 awardee. The program has won for its innovative approach to improving employment outcomes for Australians with disability.
JobAccess launches employer guide to bridge the neurodivergence gap
14 November 2024
JobAccess has launched a new, comprehensive guide to help employers build neuroinclusive workplaces and bridge the neurodivergence gap
Australian businesses can meet seasonal hiring demands by diversifying workforce
8 November 2024
For businesses in seasonal sectors, getting the right talent can be challenging as they hire new staff to meet the festive season demand. JobAccess has tips for employers to build their disability confidence and expand their talent pool.
How workplace adjustments can foster equal opportunities for people with disability.
3 September 2024
Article – Workplace adjustments for people with disability.
JobAccess seminar highlights the benefits of disability employment to foster workplace innovation
20 August 2024
JobAccess held its 36th Driving Disability Employment Seminar in Melbourne on 8 August 2024. The seminar provided employers with information on how to attract, employ, and support people with disability at work.
Impact Data shows improved disability confidence among Australian employers partnering with JobAccess and NDRC
9 July 2024
The Impact Data is a summary of responses to surveys by organisations who completed a 12-month partnership with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC). The NDRC is the employer engagement service of JobAccess.
Invitation to Employers: Driving Disability Employment seminar - Melbourne VIC, 8 August 2024
24 June 2024
Smart organisations are tapping into the diverse skills people with disability have to offer. Join this free seminar to hear from disability-confident employers who have embraced inclusive practices to attract and employ candidates with disability.
Everyone wins through the disability employment tourism pilot
19 June 2024
Are you part of the tourism industry? Have you thought about employing people with disability but haven’t quite got over the line yet? Well now is the time.
How SMEs can widen their talent pool with support from JobAccess
12 June 2024
Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing hiring challenges. This is due to low unemployment rates and ongoing staffing shortages. However, SMEs have an opportunity to access a wider talent pool and diversify their teams.