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  1. How Workplace Adjustments Helped This Self-Employed Handyman Stay in Work

    a self-employed handyman is more than just a job. It’s a way to stay active, help others, and support his family. Each day is different, from fixing fences and mowing lawns to installing … trimmers and chainsaws, as well as a harness that lessens the strain on his upper arms. These adjustments have made a big difference. “They’ve helped me reduce fatigue and ease the pressure …
  2. Sarnya’s journey from the corporate world to Paralympics and now as a self-employed business owner has been driven by her passion for helping people.

    Sarnya’s journey from the corporate world to Paralympics and now as a self-employed business 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 running a business Sarnya is self-employed, running her …
  3. Picture looks bright for Laura

    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 ambitions. … contribution and encourages any employer to have an open mind about employing people or adjusting to employees who acquire disabilities. “Laura has very strong professional capabilities …
  4. How employers can better support employees with disability

    small but meaningful changes, you can: Keep staff for longer Build a stronger 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 adjustments for employees with … help employees fully take part in their job. To make this easier, you can use the Workplace Adjustment Passport from JobAccess. It’s an easy way to record agreed changes and share them with …
  5. Yarra Ranges Council builds disability confidence with support from JobAccess

    make it easier for people with disability to access jobs within its organisation. The People and Culture team wanted to learn more about disability in the workplace and get advice from … His training provided some great insights. We’re now better at handling reasonable adjustment requests,” Nathan adds.  Expert advice and support with workplace adjustments are another service that JobAccess provides. These adjustments can be funded through …
  6. Employment Assistance Fund

    A perfect pitch solution for Daniel Daniel Pistritto, an Audiometrist and Assistive Listening Device Product Manager at Blamey Saunders hears, believes it is essential … Fund (EAF) reimbursed the costs within two days, and delivered on what they said. Plus, the modifications funded through the EAF have been fantastic! The tools and devices help me hear andand 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 …
  7. Celebrating neurodiversity at JobAccess: Voices from our team

    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 … life changing. "Workplace adjustments are an investment in productivity,” she said. “A small adjustment can have a profound influence on an employee's contributions." Chantal is proud of …
  8. Disability inclusion at work: why belonging matters

    Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) explains why inclusive workplaces matter, how adjustments support everyone, and how employers can build safer, stronger teams. JobAccess is government funded and supports employers to confidently recruit and retain people with disability. Find out more …
  9. How to make your hiring process more accessible

    When your recruitment process is easy to access you welcome a broader and more diverse talent pool, including people with disability. Inclusive hiring starts with … design of your website, accessible recruitment practices can open the door to more candidates and better outcomes. Why accessibility matters Most jobseekers will interact with your … options   Allow video or audio submissions. Provide contact details for applicants needing adjustments. Let people know you’re happy to help. Make adjustments to the recruitment process   …
  10. NDRC partnership improves recruitment policies and practices at Legal Aid NSW

    Legal Aid NSW has received support from JobAccess to implement workplace adjustments for their employees with disability. The goal is to improve their hiring process and policies related to disability employment. Legal Aid NSW partnered with the National … NSW has been working with JobAccess for some time, getting support with implementing workplace adjustments and funding through the Employment Assistance Fund. This support has helped Legal Aid …