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Neurodivergence and the workplace: Reducing unconscious bias in the recruitment process
16 October 2023 Neurodiversity describes that people experience and interact with the world in different ways. We are all neurodiverse. Look around your workplace, community, … the unemployment rate of neurodivergent people is higher than that of people with any form of disability. It is also higher than that of people without disability. Embracing neurodivergence … : use clear, straight to the point language and mention in the job ad that candidates with disability, or neurodivergent candidates, are encouraged to apply. Carefully consider the … -
Getting a workplace assessment
A workplace assessor can help decide what changes a workplace needs to support an employee with disability. They can also assess an employee’s productivity. Assessments are free through … Assistance Fund (EAF). An assessment looks at what adjustments, equipment or services the person needs to support them to do their job. This is called a Workplace Modification Assessment. … -
How to find jobs
Australia Seek CareerOne Indeed Adzuna LinkedIn EthicalJobs Employability Job sites for people with disability There are also job search websites that cater to people with disability. These sites … -
Taking a weight off Michael’s mind and shoulders
As a landscaper and property services provider, Michael enjoys the creativity that comes with the job. “Apart from landscaping, I support my clients with property maintenance, house … modifications and services with the intent to remove barriers in the workplace due to a person’s disability. People with disability who are starting work, already employed or self-employed, or their employer, can … -
How the Supported Wage System works
The Supported Wage System (SWS) lets employers pay an employee with disability based on their productivity. Learn about who can use SWS, the assessment process … work Most employees with disability work at the same rate as other employees. However, some disabilities might affect how much a person can get done each day. In these cases, employers can use an SWS assessment to decide a … -
How Ongoing Support can help
For people who are already working, Ongoing Support can help if an injury, disability or health condition is making it hard for them to keep their job. Ongoing Support is … through Inclusive Employment Australia. An Inclusive Employment Australia provider will work with you and your employer to provide Ongoing Support to help you keep your job. Employers are … What help can you get? Ongoing Support can include: face-to-face support, such as meeting in person for appointments advice about job redesign, for example changing or swapping tasks a … -
What is the Employment Assistance Fund?
to an Applicant for workplace modifications, equipment and services necessary for a person with disability to perform their employment duties. The EAF can help people whether they are … are at What the EAF can cover . Who can use the EAF? The EAF is to support eligible people with disability who are working, about to start work, or self-employed. Find out more at Who is … -
How to support a neurodivergent workforce
. The guide is designed to help organisations gain confidence and skills when working with neurodivergent employees and job seekers. It explores how employers can attract, retain and … as neurodivergent or sharing information about their diagnosis. This includes people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and other cognitive differences. But neurodivergent … unconventional problem solving and untapped innovation. This makes them not just a good hire, but a smart business advantage.” Help is available If you’re just starting to explore … -
What is Inclusive Employment Australia
Australia can help you prepare for, find and maintain work and grow your career if you live with disability, an injury or a health condition. If you are looking for work, you can choose an … -
Training and support to develop your skills
and take part in training and education. Below are a few options you may be eligible for. Help with reading, writing and maths The Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program could help … and maths training to learn how to drive. The Government has committed to replace the CDP with a new remote jobs program. The new program will have real jobs, proper wages and decent conditions. The program is being developed in partnership with First Nations people. For more information about the current CDP and the new remote jobs …