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  1. 5 myths about neurodiverse employees — busted

    this looks like at work. Neurodiversity is more common than many people realise. In fact, 15 to 20 per cent of the population is neurodivergent*. As more organisations explore inclusive … everyone working in the same way. It is about giving people the tools and support to do their job well.   Myth 2: Hiring neurodiverse employees is expensive or complicated Fact: Most … everyone feel valued and supported. Myth 4: Neurodiverse people are only suited to specific jobs. Fact: Neurodivergent people work successfully across all industries and roles. The 2025 EY …
  2. Picture looks bright for Laura

    Despite a shock diagnosis, 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 … her career ambitions. The passionate art lover was just 28-years-of-age working in her dream job at the Art Gallery of South Australia when she received the shock diagnosis that she had MS. … said loudly with derision: ‘She doesn’t look disabled.’ “I always imagined what I would say to help educate if I was challenged. But it happened and I didn’t have the courage to do that … …
  3. Why employ people with disability

      Hiring people with disability is good for your business. It helps you: Access new skills and talent Build a stronger 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 in. We provide free expert advice and support to help you recruit and retain people with disability. Here’s why hiring people with disability …
  4. Diversity makes good business sense

    Find out why you should employ people with disability and how your workplace can benefit. … Diversity and inclusion at work matters – it’s good for people and it’s good for business. Find out why you should employ people with disability and how your workplace can benefit. You can …
  5. Induction and training

    employees with disability will likely need orientation and training in their new role. Find out how to make sure the induction process is accessible and fair. You can watch this video with Auslan … Topics covered in this video: making sure induction and training is accessible what to cover in the induction process checking in with your new staff member. …
  6. JobAccess enters a new chapter with genU

      genU has been contracted to deliver the National JobAccess Service on behalf of the Department of Social Services (DSS). … Employment Australia, Workforce Australia, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Find out more about how we can help you today: I’m a person with a disability I’m an employer I’m a service provider …
  7. Meet Neslihan Sari, Paralegal at Public Transport Victoria

    employing people with disability has far reaching benefits. “It’s good for the economy, it helps society, and it benefits individuals and their families,” says Neslihan, who has congenital … PTV, her new colleagues were taken through a training session with Vision Australia around how to work with a colleague with a vision impairment. “They brought everyone together for a team … and assessments are available through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF), which aims to help employers to buy work related modifications for employees with disability. Once she …
  8. Can an employer ask if you have a disability?

      Searching for a job and career progression can be challenging enough without the added worry of sharing personal … Act 1992, employers 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 rights and know how to share information safely , so you can access the …
  9. City of Casey embraces disability inclusion with support from JobAccess

    The City of Casey is home to more than 413,000 people. It is one of the largest and fastest growing cities in Victoria. To … good practice Christina Harbis , the Talent Acquisition Advisor at the City of Casey, says finding areas for improvement is important for inclusion. “We aimed to assess our inclusive … adjustments.  Concrete, positive, and long-term changes Christina says that NDRC’s support helped the City identify gaps in their recruitment practices. It also provided them with …
  10. Breaking barriers with the Employment Assistance Fund

    example. “For a person with a disability, one of the most frustrating things is having access to information when I’m staying in a hotel,” says Donna Purcell, Senior Manager Accessibility and … or room service, and I don’t always want to trek back downstairs with my guide dog to ask for help to order breakfast,” she says. But, through JobAccess and the Employment Assistance Fund, …