Sarnya’s journey from the corporate world to Paralympics and now as a self-employed business owner has been driven by her passion for helping people. See how JobAccess supported Sarnya with simple adjustments to help her pursue her business and drive to help. From Paralympics to running a business Sarnya is self-employed, running her …

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. 1. Make workplace adjustments standard practice You must provide reasonable adjustments for employees with … help employees fully take part in their job. To make this easier, you can use the Workplace Adjustment Passport from JobAccess. It’s an easy way to record agreed changes and share them with …

Legal Aid NSW has received support from JobAccess to implement workplace adjustments for their employees with disability. The goal is to improve their hiring process and policies related to disability employment. Legal Aid NSW partnered with the National … NSW has been working with JobAccess for some time, getting support with implementing workplace adjustments and funding through the Employment Assistance Fund. This support has helped Legal Aid …

Through the organisation’s Back2Work program, her team helps people with spinal cord injuries and other disability return to work and  rebuild their careers after life-changing injuries. Half … in the early 2000s,” she recalls. “We had a disability employment service then, and workplace modifications were a big part of our role. That was around the time they set up JobAccess, and … do anything significantly different. If you have somebody who can do the job but needs a few adjustments, that’s all it takes.” She believes work is a key part of recovery and identity for …

Susan has spent her career supporting people with disability find and keep meaningful work. She didn't expect to need that same support herself. As an Employment … in the office without suffering increased pain and distress," she says. This simple workplace adjustment has made a big difference to her comfort and ability to stay in her career. Susan has a clear message for employers considering workplace adjustments for their staff. "Having the right supports allows employees to perform better and …

When Xzavier fell seriously ill last year, he never imagined how much his life and career would change. “I caught meningitis, transverse myelitis and encephalitis,” Xzavier explains. “It affected my brain and spine, and I lost the ability to … to work wasn’t easy. To make the transition sustainable, Xzavier needed the right workplace adjustments. Through the JobAccess Employer Assistance Fund (EAF) , Xzavier received disability- …

a universal human right'. World Mental Health Day is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone's mental health. Mental health and work: interesting … can speak with a JobAccess Adviser on 1800 464 800 , to access tailored advice on workplace adjustments, modifications, one on one counselling and awareness training’ specifically to their workplace …

the benefits of employing people with disability. They are tapping into the diverse skills and experiences they have to offer. Many organisations are removing barriers when they hire and … performance metrics is a start. Beyond that, employers can focus on improving accessibility. Adjustments are covered in the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA). If an employer is aware of an employee’s disability, they must provide a ‘reasonable adjustment.' That means they must make the changes needed for the employee to do their job. …

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 to work by …

For Amanda, nursing is about more than clinical care. It’s about communication, teamwork, and being there for patients when it matters most. As a registered nurse and senior staff member at St Vincent’s Private Hospital, no two days are  the same. “My job … “They also provided a device I can use in meetings, which has been fantastic.” With the right adjustments in place, Amanda has been able to stay connected to her work, her patients, and her …