two categories: those who are ‘neurodivergent’ and those who are ‘neurotypical’. According to Reframing Autism, the term ‘neurodivergent’ is used to describe “people whose brains are … is also higher than that of people without disability. Embracing neurodivergence at work can help businesses broaden their talent pool. They can unlock innovation, reach new markets, grow … 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 …

she has been the owner for five and a half years. “Truth be told I was scared. I didn’t want to ask the wrong questions or use the wrong words. I didn’t want to offend him or his parents by … Index, employees in inclusive teams are 19 times more likely to be very satisfied with their job than workers in non-inclusive teams. Samantha says that having Jack on the team meant that … you can break things down for everyone,” she says. “It’s meant that I’ve put more time into finding out what people’s strengths and weaknesses are, and thinking about which tasks are suited …

a landscaper and property services provider, Michael enjoys the creativity that comes with the job. “Apart from landscaping, I support my clients with property maintenance, house repairs, … maintaining gardens, mowing lawns, landscaping and interacting with clients and colleagues, to name a few. Michael has multiple sclerosis (MS), which means he faces challenges in carrying … Support Service team. Michael adds, “They saw I was exhausted and asked ‘what can we do to help?’” He went on to apply for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) through the JobAccess …

  Creating an inclusive workplace for employees with disability isn’t just the right thing to do, it makes good business sense. By making small but meaningful changes, you can: Keep staff … team culture and bring in new perspectives.  Here are some simple steps you can take with help from JobAccess. 1. Make workplace adjustments standard practice You must provide reasonable … hours or changes to work routines. These adjustments help employees fully take part in their job. To make this easier, you can use the Workplace Adjustment Passport from JobAccess. It’s an …

is an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) taking a person centred and holistic approach to employment for people with disability. Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, shares their challenges and … to provide different and more holistic services to people… It’s not just about giving people a job.’ For example, Brite has been piloting a model, based on the customised employment framework … get out of their work. We then use this understanding to create opportunities within Brite, or to help individuals access jobs in the open market.’ ‘It’s not just about giving people a job. …

owner Rachel Power, watching the transformation of her staff from when she first hires them to the people they become is the most rewarding part of her job. “One of the girls wouldn’t talk to customers at all when she started. Now she’s chatting to … and the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) offers free workplace assessments and funding to help make adjustments. “It’s something that I think every business should consider doing. At …

Yarra Ranges Council is a local government council in Victoria. The Council wanted to improve access to jobs for people with disability. As part of its partnership with JobAccess, the organisation’s …

years as a full-time co-writer and designer at Panorama Magazine , a publication dedicated to helping people on their mental health recovery journey. The magazine is created by people who … is well and truly under control, and has been for a few years. Medication has been a big help, but I have also been determined to do everything I can on my own to aid my recovery,” says …

– they’re strengths. Supporting inclusive employment is part of JobAccess’ everyday work. We help employers and people with disability by giving practical advice, helping with workplace adjustments, and supporting inclusive recruitment. We also work to build these same values in our own workplace. To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we …

Flexible working arrangements can mean a range of changes to standard work arrangements. Being flexible can help your organisation as well as help support your staff. You can watch this video with Auslan … of flexible working arrangements benefits of being flexible discussing arrangements responding to a request and the law. …