Some people with disability may need assistive technology to support them to do their job. This can include items like screen reading … devices.  You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Please note: the Employment Assistance Fund won’t cover the costs of medical or health related items, such as … of assistive technology working out what you need getting assistive technology access to funding. …

repairs, garden maintenance and much more. It’s an all-round service,” he adds. Being self-employed and running his own business – MP Property Services – also means having long days of … drained,” explains Michael. A few years ago, Michael learnt about JobAccess through his MS Employment Support Service team. Michael adds, “They saw I was exhausted and asked ‘what can we do to help?’” He went on to apply for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) through the JobAccess website. What is the Employment Assistance …

Disabled Australian Apprentice Wage Support (DAAWS) could help. DAAWS provides a payment to employers of eligible Australian Apprentices with disability. Your organisation may also get … disabled during an apprenticeship. You may also be able to get financial support through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). It can cover the costs of work-related changes. And, it can fund services to support an …

disability. They can also assess an employee’s productivity. Assessments are free through the Employment Assistance Fund or the Supported Wage System. Assessments for workplace adjustments … a free workplace assessment when applying for support through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). An assessment looks at what adjustments, equipment or services the person needs to support … accessible. You need a workplace assessment if the EAF application is for more than $1,000 of funding. There will also be an assessment if you’re not sure what adjustments are needed when …

advice to help you, and your employees agree on the right adjustments. 3. Use the JobAccess Employer Toolkit The Employer Toolkit gives you access to free resources that cover: Inclusive … are ready to go. They make it easy to include inclusive practices in your business. 4. Get funding with the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) You don’t have to cover workplace changes alone. The Employment …

legal system without going to a court trial.  “We are part of a trusted legal system to assist with disputes between people concerning money. Court trials can be stressful, … a provider of products and services for people with low vision – and went on to apply for the Employment Assistant Fund (EAF) through the JobAccess website. What is the Employment Assistance Fund? The Australian …

Expert advice on finding and keeping a job Workplace adjustments and modifications through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) Financial support for assistive technology, training, and workplace accessibility Resources and guidance on employee …

Offering workplace adjustments helps to create inclusive organisations. Employers are growing interested in making workplaces more accessible. Over 180 employers … confidential advice. They also provide free workplace assessments. The Australian Government’s Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) can fund modifications. Advice and funding to make it happen The …

stepped in. An independent worksite assessment was organised onsite by JobAccess with Tom, his employer and an Auslan sign language interpreter to determine the disability-specific barriers … the worksite assessment, JobAccess organised the following support for Tom through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) based on the recommendations of the assessor: Installation of strobe lighting within the …