transition sustainable, Xzavier needed the right workplace adjustments. Through the JobAccess Employer Assistance Fund (EAF) , Xzavier received disability- related equipment to help him stay cool and comfortable at …

Myth: Do employees with disability leave jobs often? Some employers think that people with disability will not stay in a job for long. They worry this will … with disability won’t stay long in a job. But our report, The Compelling Case for Disability Employment , shows the opposite. Employees with disability are loyal and they often stay in their … to pay for workplace changes alone.  JobAccess provides free expert advice. We can help with funding for workplace adjustments through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). This includes …

benefit everyone. It is one of the best ways to give people with disability access to employment opportunities. It also supports them to be comfortable and productive at work. The research revealed that employers overestimated the cost of workplace adjustments. Forty per cent of people surveyed … They benefit all employees, not just people with disability. Workplace adjustments can be funded through the Australian Government’s Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). Supports such as: …

including those hiring people with disability – are four times more likely to stay with their employer (compared to those in non-inclusive workplaces). Many employees with disability don’t … like shorter shift times and setting some guidelines around the kinds of tasks allocated. When employers are looking at hiring people with disability and making adjustments, they aren’t in it alone. JobAccess has a range of resources available for employers, and the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) offers free workplace assessments and funding to help make …

Andrew's occupational therapist recommended he contact JobAccess and apply for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) . The EAF provides financial assistance to purchase work-related modifications and services …

personal health information. Many people with disability wonder 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 Act 1992, employers can't ask about your disability unless it directly affects your ability to do the job …

this talented young woman is reaching for the top - thanks to the right support from her employer and JobAccess. Laura Masters isn’t letting Multiple Sclerosis (MS) thwart her career … she received the shock diagnosis that she had MS. Thanks to a very supportive employer - and assistance from JobAccess - she has been able to continue working, learning and making a … highly enough of Laura’s contribution and encourages any employer to have an open mind about employing people or adjusting to employees who acquire disabilities. “Laura has very strong …

understand and navigate the different supports available to her, including JobAccess and the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). “When you’re first injured, there’s so much information,” she said. “Having someone help navigate it all made such a difference.” Susanna slowly returned to work with her employer Northrop, starting part-time about nine months after the accident. The transition was …

strengths. Supporting inclusive employment is part of JobAccess’ everyday work. We help employers and people with disability by giving practical advice, helping with workplace … to them and what helps them do their best work. Small adjustments, big impact Monica is an Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) advisor. She works closely with employers and people with disabilities daily. Helping …

team culture Increase staff retention Show your commitment to diversity and fairness. Many employers want to be more inclusive but are unsure where to start. That’s where JobAccess comes … Here’s why hiring people with disability can help your business, and how JobAccess can assist you. 1. Access a wider pool of talent One in five Australians has a disability, but only … disability and making workplace adjustments can reduce hiring costs and boost retention.  The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) can support with workplace adjustments, including: Assistive …