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  1. The Complaints Resolution and Referral Service

    The Complaints Resolution and Referral Service is a free service for people with disability who are … funded: Inclusive Employment Australia; Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE); and/or Disability Advocacy services. Making a complaint to the CRRS The CRRS is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm Australian Eastern Standard …
  2. Why employ people with disability

    with disability are: 90 per cent as productive as other workers 98 per cent have average or superior safety records 86 per cent have average or superior attendance records 19 times more likely to be satisfied in their job 4 times more … support. Research shows that after completing a 12-month NDRC partnership: 94% of employers reported the NDRC provided appropriate information and support 87% reported a more positive …
  3. Myth-busting: Do employees with disability really have a higher turnover rate?

    longer Many employers assume that people with disability won’t stay long in a job. But our report, The Compelling Case for Disability Employment , shows the opposite. Employees with … Assistance Fund (EAF). This includes funding for: changes to the workplace special equipment or software Auslan interpreting training about disability Find out more about the Employment …
  4. How employers can better support employees with disability

    for employees with disability. This could include: adaptive equipment flexible work hours or changes to work routines. These adjustments help employees fully take part in their job. To … Fund (EAF) provides funding for things like assistive technology, Auslan interpreting, or training. By using the EAF, you can make adjustments faster and at no cost to your business. … with disability Hiring people with disability is good for business. Employers consistently report benefits such as: higher staff retention more diverse ideas and a more inclusive …
  5. Employment Assistance Fund

    and video conferencing to clients across the country who require support with their hearing or adjustment of their hearing aids. “Something I believe in and always share with my clients is … Did you know? Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting Australians. A 2017 report by the Hearing Care Industry Association and Deloitte Access Economics found that hearing … of people with hearing loss estimated at $9.3 billion. The World Health Organisation reports that 60% of childhood hearing loss and 37% of hearing loss in adults is due to …
  6. NDRC partnership improves recruitment policies and practices at Legal Aid NSW

    Strategy and Inclusion  Legal Aid NSW “The NDRC Adviser provided a tailored and comprehensive report to improve our end-to-end recruitment process.” said Rania. After receiving the report, Legal Aid NSW began to implement the recommendations to create a more inclusive …
  7. Breaking barriers: Department for Child Protection embraces disability inclusion through JobAccess partnership

    Protection (DCP) , SA plays a pivotal role in keeping children and young people safe from abuse and harm. It also offers care to those who experience neglect in their family homes. With a … employment. The NDRC also provides a vacancy distribution service to employers – big or small.  Call JobAccess at 1800 464 800 to connect with the NDRC. You can also submit an online …
  8. Can an employer ask if you have a disability?

    about their rights: Can an employer ask if I have a disability during the hiring process or while I'm employed? In Australia, the short answer is, no. Under the Disability Discrimination … can't ask about your disability unless it directly affects your ability to do the job or creates a safety risk. They also can’t ask about your medical history, lifestyle, or personal information that isn’t relevant to your role. JobAccess can help you understand your …
  9. City of Casey embraces disability inclusion with support from JobAccess

    Advisor conducted a thorough review of our processes and policies. They provided a detailed report with recommendations. We had communicated regularly to discuss the recommendations and how …
  10. Making physical workplace adjustments

    to work, you may need to adjust the workplace physically. For example, changes to fittings or furniture. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: examples of physical adjustments working …