How many people live with disability, and what does this mean for the workplace? Everyone’s experience is different. It’s important to focus on each person’s skills and abilities. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Please note: The ABS published this data in July 2024. From the 2022 Survey of Disability, Ageing and Carers (SDAC), it estimates that 5.5 million Australians (21.4%) live with disability. This …

about a person’s disability. Employers can only ask information to adjust work conditions and see if the employee can meet the job’s basic needs. This means understanding any barriers a … openly with employees instead of asking for medical proof or a diagnosis. To help employers and employees, JobAccess launched a Conversation Guide on workplace adjustments . The guide aims to facilitate open, empathetic, and actionable discussions. This conversation guide is a helpful tool for employers and …

says Gary. Dexar Group put out an application through the ACT Down Syndrome Association , and had 12 people apply. The questions were framed specifically for the interview, and were provided to all interviewees before they came in. Through Dexar Group’s partnership with …

to support them do their job. Find out how JobAccess 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 adjustments support and advice through JobAccess introducing the Employment Assistance Fund. …

people with disability, adjustments need to be made. Find out about the different supports and services available through JobAccess to make these changes. …