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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 … or supported employment. SWS is available for: new employees with disability current employees with disabilities, if they can’t do as much work, risk losing their job. To be eligible for the … -
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 … -
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 … -
Teaching resilience through lived experience
graduate staff and students, and he values the open exchange he has been able to foster with his students about disability and resilience. “With Covid, the boys are currently going through a really difficult … -
Celebrating neurodiversity at JobAccess: Voices from our team
inclusive employment is part of JobAccess’ everyday work. We help employers and people with disability by giving practical advice, helping with workplace adjustments, and supporting … is an Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) advisor. She works closely with employers and people with disabilities daily. Helping transform inclusive goals into real, practical support in the … -
Setting up flexible working arrangements
Flexible work can improve your employee’s work-life balance. This is important if they live with disability, injury or health condition. Flexible arrangements may benefit your business too. … working arrangements are changes to standard work setups. They help support an employee with disability, illness or health condition. These changes can include things like giving them … -
Managing EDS at work: Tegan’s JobAccess journey
Analyst, work is more than just a job, it’s purpose, independence, and connection. Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and fibromyalgia, she manages complex, lifelong health … It also leads to slow healing and constant bruising. “My EDS causes crippling chronic pain, disabling fatigue, and dysautonomia. My body doesn’t maintain blood pressure, heart rate, or … -
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 … -
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 … -
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