If you are an employer working towards a more inclusive workplace, neurodiversity may already be part of your considerations. Neurodiverse employees … their job well.   Myth 2: Hiring neurodiverse employees is expensive or complicated Fact: Most workplace adjustments are low-cost or free and many help everyone. Simple changes can make a big … who think differently are often more innovative and adaptable. JobAccess data shows that workplaces supporting employees with disability often have: lower staff turnover higher …

The award recognises JobAccess for helping employers create inclusive and accessible workplaces and for its success in helping people with disability find and keep jobs. Created and … by GenU, on behalf of the Department of Social Services (DSS), and is the national hub for workplace and employment information for people with disability, employers and service providers. … into their workforce. JobAccess has assisted approximately 500,000 individuals in their workplaces and supported many employers to make their workplaces inclusive to support people with …

what language to use – it was really about making everyone feel more confident,” she says. Workplace training and assessments are available through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF), which aims to help …

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 asked four neurodivergent JobAccess team … with disabilities daily. Helping transform inclusive goals into real, practical support in the workplace. She says small actions make a difference.    “Inclusivity isn’t one big decision,” …

more accessible. That’s where JobAccess came in. Through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF), workplace adjustments were made so Maddie could work safely and comfortably. "JobAccess helped with a button door and a ramp for entry to my workplace. They also helped get a new microscope with a screen." “This equipment lets me access my workplace. That and the new microscope are vital to me doing what I love," says Maddie. Today, …

Many organisations are removing barriers when they hire and welcome new employees.  Yet many workplaces do not give those employees the chance to progress their career. A lack of opportunity … performance, and culture. Over 60% of Australians with disability experience limits in the workplace. These include ‘being restricted in the type of job,’ changing jobs or getting a … disability. Leaders have the power to make disability inclusion a priority. They can hold the workplace accountable to diversity and inclusion goals. Setting good policies, hiring goals, and …

Myth: Hiring people with disabilities is expensive. Costs for workplace changes, extra supervision, and lower productivity can add up. Reality: The data tells … For instance, flexible working arrangements can help. Our national survey found that many workplace changes are good for all employees, not just those with disability. 2. Adjustments are surprisingly cost-effective A key finding from the survey is that for every $1 spent on workplace changes, employers can save $40. Adjustments help individual employees and also bring …

the NDRC before and found JobAccess very helpful when it comes to creating a more inclusive workplace," Teresa recalls. After learning about the service, DCP signed up for a partnership … with disability. The goal was to widen our talent pool and diversify our workforce.” Removing workplace barriers to improve disability inclusion A NDRC Professional Adviser worked with Teresa … training to our leadership team and hiring managers. It offered insights on how to reduce workplace barriers for people with disability.”  Teresa shared that she found  JobAccess vacancy …

its organisation. The People and Culture team wanted to learn more about disability in the workplace and get advice from experts. That’s where the National Disability Recruitment … their knowledge and confidence about disability. The aim is to create a disability-inclusive workplace. This involves removing obstacles from current processes and policies. NDRC … we advise hiring managers about inclusive interview practices.” Building disability-confident workplace  The team is still working on improving their practices by taking courses on writing …