How you communicate can affect how comfortable and valued people feel at work. This includes employees with disability. Respect and sensitivity are key to building an inclusive workplace. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: person-first language and terms every day, positive language inclusive images.
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Some employees with disability need adjustments to support them do their job. Find out how JobAccess services can help you understand and make changes. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: when people with disability need adjustments support and advice through JobAccess introducing the Employment Assistance Fund.
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There are free online resources that can help you find out about different jobs and career options based on your skills and interests., Getting started, When you are exploring careers, consider: your skills and abilities your work and life experience your unique strengths – what you can offer an employer that others can't what training you need and are willing to do. If you're interested in a job but there are tasks you'll need to do in a different way because of your disability, there are many ways employers can support you. There may also be…, Matching your skills and interests, If you’re having trouble deciding on jobs that interest you, or don’t know what skills you need for your next career move, there are Australian Government websites that can help you work out your options. Find out more below. ‘While his dreams of being a professional footballer ended, his passion for the sport didn’t, and he is now the Director of Football at St Patrick’s’ Read Howard’s story:…, Your Career, The Your Career website has information to help people better plan and manage their career. You can: take a short quiz to find your options explore jobs that might interest you get information about pay, vacancies and what industries are hiring people. Visit the Your Career website for more information., Myfuture, The myfuture website can help you learn about career choices. You can find out about: your strengths different jobs and related tasks the training you need. To sign up for free, go to the myfuture sign-up page and enter your details., Job Switch – Workforce Australia, Workforce Australia’s Job Switch is an online tool to help you find jobs that suit you. You can: compare different job options that match your skills see what jobs are in demand see the average pay for jobs you’re interested in. For more information, go to the Job Switch website .
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There are laws 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 under the Act, how the Act applies.
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16 October 2023 Neurodiversity describes that people experience and interact with the world in different ways. We are all neurodiverse. Look around your workplace, community, friends and family and you will see that no two brains and ways of thinking are the same. Neurodiversity can be divided into two categories: those who are ‘neurodivergent’ and those who are ‘neurotypical’. According to…, An untapped asset, Neurodivergent people have different ways of navigating, solving problems and challenging assumptions. Various scientific studies have identified numerous strengths of neurodivergent people , including creativity, three-dimensional thinking, attention to detail, hyper focus and entrepreneurialism. Yet, the unemployment rate of neurodivergent people is higher than that of people with any form of…, What is unconscious bias?, Unconscious bias means attitudes and perceptions that are held in our subconscious, prompting hidden or unconscious, biases. Unconscious bias happens automatically and is triggered by making quick assessments of people. These assessments are based on our own background, culture and experiences. It may prevent employers from hiring neurodivergent candidates even if they perform well at the…, 8 tips to reduce unconscious bias from the recruitment process, Resolving unconscious bias is vital to mitigate and manage assumptions when hiring neurodivergent candidates. These simple tips can help give neurodivergent candidates an equal chance to show their fit for the role and thrive at work: , Simplify your job advertisements, : use clear, straight to the point language and mention in the job ad that candidates with disability, or neurodivergent candidates, are encouraged to apply., Carefully consider the inherent requirements for the role, : ensure you are focused on the core skills required to perform the job. For example, many traditional job ads seek ‘excellent communication skills’ or promote as having a ‘fast-paced environment’. The question to ask here is if this skill is necessary for this particular role. If it isn’t a required skill and it’s included as a ‘necessary skill’ in the job ad, it may deter some neurodivergent…, Check recruitment programs that rely on Artificial Intelligence, : ensure that the data coded into the system isn’t based on neurotypical candidates, for example, the data isn’t already biased. This could result in a higher probability of neurodivergent individuals being eliminated., Be transparent about the recruitment process, : provide a clear and simplified summary of the end-to-end recruitment process and what to expect. Ask the candidate if they have any requests or requirements at all stages of employment. Rethink your interview format: Ideally, replace a typical face-to-face interview with a test, task or simulation. If an interview is required, move away from using outdated ways of assessing someone in an…, Provide candidates options for meeting, : whether it be face-to-face, video call or over the phone, allowing the candidate to choose the best setting for them can help reduce anxiety. Offer breaks if the interview is expected to run longer than 30 minutes. If the interview is face-to-face, ensure a quiet space with no interruptions., Provide a task as a core part of the process, : tasks that mimic the kind of work candidates will be doing in the role are the best indicator of the candidates’ potential performance. Interviews are social interactions that neurodivergent people may find challenging, it is more effective to let the candidate demonstrate their skills. If the candidate emails the task rather than presenting it, ensure a ‘blind review’, i.e., have the names of…, Get feedback, : ask candidates for feedback on your recruitment process to see if there are ways to make it more accessible and inclusive for everyone., Build an inclusive workplace to support a diverse workforce, JobAccess Employer Engagement team – the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) , works alongside large employers, to develop inclusive workplace policies. They also advise on good practice to support people with disability. JobAccess also supports employers with advice and implementation of workplace adjustments. Our allied health professionals provide expert advice to support…
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Nathan Stapleton, is a former professional National Rugby League (NRL) player who last played for the London Broncos in the Kingstone Press Championship. He has previously played for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the NRL. In April 2022, Nathan was playing country rugby when an injury broke his neck and damaged his spinal cord at the C4 level of his cervical vertebrae. Nathan was unconscious for 16 minutes and…, Pietro Condidorio, , who sought to understand what equipment and modifications could support Nathan in getting back to work at full capacity as a farm manager. After the assessment and approval process, JobAccess funded supports for Nathan through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) . This included an Eyegaze Edge, which allows Nathan to operate his computer with eye movement. JobAccess also provided Nathan with a…, Talk to us about workplace adjustments, There is a wide range of support available from JobAccess for people with disability, employers, and service providers. JobAccess has managed over 66,000 applications for funding workplace adjustments since 2006. Each one makes a difference by helping people with disability get work, keep work, and progress their careers. Contact JobAccess on, 1800 464 800, to speak to our friendly and resourceful Advisers about workplace adjustments and the Employment Assistance Fund. You can also submit an online enquiry through the JobAccess website.
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