A disability action plan shows your support for customers and employees with disabilities. It’s a positive step for your organisation. It also shows how you meet the … plan? A disability action plan lists the ways that your organisation:  is accessible to people with disability doesn’t discriminate against people with disability. It covers the accessibility …

You can help employees who have difficulties with reading and writing and give them confidence to do their job and stay safe. This might include giving information in different ways and linking employees with support and training. Literacy at work Employees need to be able to read and write in most … providers like Inclusive Employment Australia provide a range of help and support to people with disability and their employers. This includes coaching, mentoring and support on the job. To …

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Bank Common activities many of us take for granted aren’t always so easy for people with disability. Take business travel, for example. “For a person with a disability, one of the most frustrating things is having access to information when …

The Australian Government sets the service standards for disability service providers. The National Standards for Disability Services (National Standards) … approach to improving the quality of services. They focus on rights and outcomes for people with disability. There are 6 standards for disability services – these outline what the …

There are laws that apply when you employ staff with disability. Understand what you need to do to be fair and comply – from advertising and …

information to support disability employment, you can contact any of these groups. Specific disabilities and conditions A4 – Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia A4 is a national grassroots organisation. It advocates for people with autism and Autism Spectrum Disorder. A4 focuses on system-wide issues, such as policy … and carers. Website: www.neda.org.au Phone: 0402 610 399 Email: comms@neda.org.au Women with Disabilities Australia Women with Disabilities Australia is the peak organisation for women …

resources and information sessions for service providers. The CRRS proactively engages with service providers to help them improve through training and skills transfer. The CRRS helps … ensure they are aware of the concerns (e.g. funding, unmet needs, support services). National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline The National Disability Abuse and Neglect Hotline (the Hotline) 1800 880 052 is for reporting abuse or neglect of people with disability. The hotline works with callers to find appropriate ways of dealing with reports …

Daniel’s story As Liaison Librarian, Daniel connects the Institute’s teaching departments with the library. He’s been working at the Institute since 2016. He does many different tasks – … teaching staff, and having him here is breaking down some of the stereotypes of what people with disability can and can’t do.’ Paul focuses on Daniel’s ability rather than his disability. … anyway,’ says Daniel. Benefits of employing people with disability Being open to employing a person with disability can lead organisations to the best person for the job. It also provides …

There is a training available to help staff understand different types of disability and create a more supportive workplace. You may also be able to get funding for the training. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Please note: Some data has changed since we made this video. The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates that 1 in 6 Australians live with disability. Topics covered in this video: when to consider training benefits of disability …