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Partnering with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator
The National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) helps employers recruit and hire people with disability. The NDRC is a JobAccess program funded by the Australian … employment. They can also help you design jobs specifically for people with disability and make your organisation a disability employer of choice. Design jobs and find candidates The NDRC can help your organisation design jobs for people with disability. … -
Funding for changes in the workplace
Assistance Fund (EAF) helps cover the costs to make a range of workplace changes, big and small. This includes buying equipment, making adjustments and accessing services. The EAF can cover: physical changes to a workplace equipment and assistive technology specialist support Auslan interpreting. … -
Maddie’s return to veterinary work with JobAccess support
Employment Assistance Fund (EAF), workplace adjustments were made so Maddie could work safely and comfortably. "JobAccess helped with a button door and a ramp for entry to my workplace. They also helped get a new microscope with a screen." “This equipment lets me access my workplace. That and the new microscope are vital to me doing what I love," says Maddie. Today, her colleagues … -
Capitalising on a diverse workforce new name: Overcoming fears about employing people with disability
experience at Capital Chemist Charnwood in Canberra, where she has been the owner for five and a half years. “Truth be told I was scared. I didn’t want to ask the wrong questions or use … didn’t want to offend him or his parents by saying the wrong thing,” she says. Jack has autism and is nonverbal. When his parents asked Samantha if he could do work experience, his school … -
How the NDIS can help
Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports people with disability with a range of supports and services. The NDIS can also help you with employment. Finding and keeping a job The NDIS can help you in your job search, skills training and with support in your workplace. This can include: help to set work goals information about … -
The transformative power of work
She even trains new members of the team,” Rachel says. The Café’s manager, second in command and cook, Andrea Marriott, echoes that sentiment. “There are a couple of girls in particular that … “Basically – work is my safe place,” she says. “It’s somewhere that I’m busy all the time, and I have something I can focus on other than my anxiety.” In an industry known for its high … -
The power of work to change lives
Waterfalls Café owner Rachel Power has seen how creating an accessible and welcoming workplace can make a big difference. ‘It’s something that I think every business should consider doing … the rewards for the people I hire and my business outweigh any extra effort.’ By making a few changes to support its staff, … is one café that is keeping staff for longer. But for Rachel, watching how people change and grow in their work is the biggest benefit. … -
Understanding the NDIS
Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports people with disability with a range of supports and services, including help with employment. As a service provider, it’s important to know what … skills to keep a job funding to pay for supports at work information about community programs and volunteering. For more information about supports and who is eligible, visit the NDIS website or call 1800 800 110 . … -
Focusing on ability for workplace success
classes on how to use the catalogue or reference. He also answers questions about research and does one-on-one consultations. Paul Kloppenborg is Daniel’s manager: ‘Daniel’s been popular amongst the 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. 'Daniel’s disability … -
Employer toolkit
one stop shop for all matters relating to disability employment. Through short video lessons and downloadable resources, you'll be empowered to hire people with disability and understand the necessary steps you need to take. …