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Sharing information about access requirements
Employees with disability have a right to not share information about their disability. If an employee tells you about their … video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: meeting work, health and safety needs when employees need to tell you about disability reasons to share or not share information your responsibilities and employee privacy. … -
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. … disability inclusion are supported. JobAccess provides guidance on communication, supervisor responsibilities, and managing disability at work. 7. Understand legal rights and responsibilities As an employer in Australia, you need to be across your obligations … -
3.1 Fundamentals for Organisations - Understanding your legal responsibilities
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Disability employment and the law
that apply when you employ staff with disability. Understand what you need to do to be fair and comply – from advertising and recruiting to making adjustments. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: rights for people with disability the Disability Discrimination Act (the Act) what is disability … -
Managing an employee with disability
management or help, but some might. Find out how to create a working environment that supports and includes all staff. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: supervisor awareness and responsibilities communicating with staff with disability reviewing and assessing work … -
Recruiting people with disability - Interview and selection process
Interview process and questions When interviewing people with disability for a job, it’s important to know their rights, your role, and the kinds of questions you can and can’t ask. You can watch this video with Auslan or read … -
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 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 … 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 support you need to … -
Induction and training
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 training is accessible what to cover in the induction process checking in with your new staff … -
Celebrate diversity and success
reach your disability employment goals, there are many ways your organisation can recognise and celebrate positive changes and share success stories. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: tracking your organisation's progress ways to recognise and celebrate diversity sharing success stories awareness days. … -
Supporting invisible disability: Haley’s journey back to work with JobAccess
disability,” Haley says. "Sometimes I can walk without support, but I still live with the pain and fatigue from my injury. That isn’t always visible to others.” The right workplace adjustments made a difference Sitting for long periods was painful and difficult for Haley. Through the Employer Assistance Fund (EAF) , JobAccess provided the right workplace adjustments, including specialised equipment. “JobAccess has helped me get back …