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  1. JobAccess enters a new chapter with genU

    is a national community services provider with more than 25 years’ experience in disability employment. This change marks a new and exciting chapter for us. While the provider has changed, … to promote the employment of people with disability Access to workplace adjustments and funding Employer and industry engagement through the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator …
  2. NDRC partnership improves recruitment policies and practices at Legal Aid NSW

    disability. The goal is to improve their hiring process and policies related to disability employment. Legal Aid NSW partnered with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) - … with JobAccess for some time, getting support with implementing workplace adjustments and funding through the Employment Assistance Fund. This support has helped Legal Aid NSW create a more inclusive and …
  3. How Workplace Adjustments Helped This Self-Employed Handyman Stay in Work

    For Michael, being a self-employed handyman is more than just a job. It’s a way to stay active, help others, and support … ago. His Physiotherapist recommended it to him. He connected with JobAccess through MS Plus Employment Services. This helped him continue working safely. “JobAccess explained how they could … my day-to-day work easier and they were right,” says Michael. Since then, Michael has received funding for lightweight tools. This includes hedge trimmers and chainsaws, as well as a harness …
  4. JobAccess’ new Conversation Guide designed to support employers and employees in making workplace adjustments

    on workplace adjustments to facilitate an open, empathetic, and actionable discussion between employers and employees with disability.  The resource has been developed through feedback … solutions. Offering workplace adjustments are critical to support people with disability in employment and help bridge Australia’s disability employment gap. “This conversation guide is a …
  5. Focusing on ability for workplace success

    but I was so impressed that I’ve now got him in four days a week.’ I think it’s important for employers to keep an open mind and realise that having a disability can sometimes have no impact … Workplace adjustments like this are simple, but mean Daniel can work with ease.  There is also funding to help pay for adjustments at work, big and small.  For Daniel, services like JobAccess … with disability want to do – contribute. That’s how I feel anyway,’ says Daniel. Benefits of employing people with disability Being open to employing a person with disability can lead …
  6. How JobAccess helps Spinal Life Australia build inclusive workplaces

    diversity is a strength. Leading by example has made Spinal Life a role model for inclusive employment. Tania’s connection with JobAccess goes back more than two decades. “I first came into … some of the amazing outcomes for our clients without JobAccess’ support.” “JobAccess provides funding for work-related equipment for people with a disability or injury,” Tania says. “For … our workplace assessments and expert advice. “The assessment is free. That's amazing for employers who aren’t sure how to help their employee,” she says. “JobAccess is also a great …
  7. Real life story – A passport to success

    requiring the adjustment is in complete control of it and how it is managed throughout their employment,” Alex states.  “Another key feature of the online portal is that the application goes … DPIE is currently partnering with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) – the employer engagement service at JobAccess. The NDRC works closely with large employers throughout Australia to improve their disability confidence through free, tailored …
  8. How disability employment benefits big workforces

    decision to continue accessing this untapped pool of talent. “We work directly with Disability Employment Services (DES) , who have been really great in working to understand our organisation, … for the roles we have,” says Kathy. For businesses like Compass Group, DES can work with employers to provide professional recruitment advice and job matching, help with job design for … Now he manages six people in his team doing laundry and cleaning, and he loves his job. “To be employed as a person with disability and to have a day to day job feels great. It’s meant I’ve …
  9. Preparing for success with disability employment interviews

    Group’s partnership with ACT Down Syndrome Association, they knew how to do this. But other employers aren’t in it alone either - they can visit the Interview and selection process topic on the Employer Toolkit on the JobAccess website for everything they need to know. Why is planning the … for? Hiring people with disability is easier than you think - and, with the newly launched Employer Toolkit , everything you need to know is in one place. …
  10. JobAccess at DEA 2025: Driving Disability Employment Forward

    JobAccess was proud to take part in the Disability Employment Australia (DEA) Conference 2025 , held on the Gold Coast in May. The event brought … works with Disability Employment Services (DES) to provide practical, free services to support employers and job seekers. With around 50 attendees, the key insights shared include: The …