As with any new starter, 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 or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: making sure induction and …

most prestigious galleries. Four years later, she’s still a highly valued member of the team with her sights set on one day becoming Gallery Registrar. “When you acquire a disability, and haven’t always lived with one, it’s quite confronting to be suddenly faced with … any employer to have an open mind about employing people or adjusting to employees who acquire disabilities. “Laura has very strong professional capabilities and has shown incredible fortitude …

Some people with disability may need assistive technology to support them to do their job. This can include … screen reading software, visual alert systems and reaching devices.  You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Please note: the Employment Assistance Fund won’t cover the …

of hearing does not impact the quality of life in their later years.” Daniel was diagnosed with progressive hearing impairment in his early teens. With a professional background in … better as well as take on broader responsibilities. In addition to meeting clients in person, Daniel now provides consultation via telephone and video conferencing to clients across …

is different, from fixing fences and mowing lawns to installing grab rails in homes for people with disability. “I run my own business doing handyman work and garden maintenance. Every day is …

legal system without going to a court trial.  “We are part of a trusted legal system to assist with disputes between people concerning money. Court trials can be stressful, time-consuming and … workplace. These can include buying equipment, modifications or accessing services for people with disability. The EAF is available to eligible people with disability who are about to start a job, …

on their mental health recovery journey. The magazine is created by people who are dealing with mental health issues, and prides itself on having a practical approach towards recovery that … of mental health in the workplace, JobAccess provides a range of courses to educate staff on disability issues. Mental Health First Aid provides the knowledge and skills to support an … reflecting its diversity. From an internal perspective, the company learns about people living with disability, and the importance of providing them with the same opportunities as everyone …

said. “It was everything I had hoped for after finishing school.” But Tom found communicating with teammates, understanding what to do for his job or even how to be alerted in the event of an … not completely understanding what my boss wanted me to do. And I couldn’t really communicate with my workmates either. “It was confusing for me – and probably for them too. I wasn’t sure I’d … by JobAccess with Tom, his employer and an Auslan sign language interpreter to determine the disability-specific barriers and identify solutions. Auslan support for the workplace Following …

owner has been driven by her passion for helping people. See how JobAccess supported Sarnya with simple adjustments to help her pursue her business and drive to help. From Paralympics to … health industry, and she was raising two small children alongside her husband. “It wasn’t easy with kids, but I went back and studied. I really wanted to marry my interests with my work,” shared Sarnya. Fast forward to 2022; Sarnya specialises in remedial massage, hot …

It's also important to understand what discrimination looks like. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: Why inclusive policies are …