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  1. Neurodivergence and the workplace: Reducing unconscious bias in the recruitment process

    Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and other neurological or developmental conditions.To learn more about these terms visit the Reframing Autism website . The term ‘neurotypical’ or ‘non-neurodivergent’ refers to people whose brains function similarly to most of their peers. … bias means attitudes and perceptions that are held in our subconscious, prompting hidden or unconscious, biases. Unconscious bias happens automatically and is triggered by making quick …
  2. Managing EDS at work: Tegan’s JobAccess journey

    disabling fatigue, and dysautonomia. My body doesn’t maintain blood pressure, heart rate, or temperature normally,” she says. “Being sick is expensive. With specialist appointments, … connected.” As her condition progressed, staying comfortable and safe became harder. Sitting or standing for more than a few minutes was painful, and even simple tasks like opening heavy doors or carrying a coffee became difficult. That’s when her employer suggested she contact JobAccess …
  3. Celebrate diversity and success

    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 …
  4. Boilermaker Clay’s role expands with help of new, innovative equipment through JobAccess

    moulding, and welding metal and steel to fix faults, welding and bolting structures together or identifying and solving various challenges depending on the project Clay is working on. As a … and efficiently. Clay didn’t want to interrupt his colleagues when needing assistance to lift or move things. Clay also had difficulty undertaking some aspects of fabricating tasks using his … attached scissor lift. Clay can put the table at different angles; instead of turning sideways or crawling under it, he can turn it where he needs it.  “Essentially Clay can work with the …
  5. About the Employment Assistance Fund

    to your workplace to support an employee with disability. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: what the EAF can cover who can use the EAF …
  6. Workplace adjustments made easy

    services can help you understand and make changes. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: when people with disability need …
  7. Maddie’s return to veterinary work with JobAccess support

    support of people behind you.” For employers supporting someone return to work after an injury or illness, Maddie suggests being open-minded. “Try to be understanding and show empathy. Try to … the square about what people can do with a disability.” To find out how we can support you or your workplace, call 1800 464 800 or submit an enquiry today. …
  8. Design and advertise your job

    And there are free support services that can help. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: writing job descriptions flexible work …
  9. Myth-busting: Is the cost to hire people with disability high?

    disabilities need adjustments to do their jobs. When they do, these changes are often low-cost or even free. For instance, flexible working arrangements can help. Our national survey found … cost. These findings challenge the idea that hiring people with disability lowers productivity or raises costs. In fact, it shows the opposite is true. 4. Help is available to make adjustments … Get support — Use resources like JobAccess advisers, Inclusive Employment Australia providers, or the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator. Educate your team — Disability awareness …
  10. Induction and training

    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 …