about a person’s disability. Employers can only ask information to adjust work conditions and see if the employee can meet the job’s basic needs. This means understanding any barriers a … openly with employees instead of asking for medical proof or a diagnosis. To help employers and employees, JobAccess launched a Conversation Guide on workplace adjustments . The guide aims to facilitate open, empathetic, and actionable discussions. This conversation guide is a helpful tool for employers and …

supports this process by providing a range of resources. Learn more about: laws, standards and codes of practice that apply to you other providers, organisations and available support stories that showcase people with disability in the workplace. Explore …

based how much work an employee can do. Learn about who is eligible, the application process, and how employers and service providers can apply . …

you may need to adjust a role’s tasks. Do this to best suit an employee’s abilities, skills and needs. Making these types of changes may help improve their productivity and safety. How can I change or adjust tasks? One way to change or adjust tasks is to swap an … could swap: telephone tasks for filing tasks if your employee has a hearing impairment lifting and carrying tasks for desk tasks if your employee has a back injury complex problem-solving …

to support them do their job. Find out how JobAccess services can help you understand and make changes. You can watch this video with Auslan or read the transcript. Topics covered in this video: when people with disability need adjustments support and advice through JobAccess introducing the Employment Assistance Fund. …

or health condition.  Ongoing Support is a free service funded by the Australian Government and is available 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 also … team member. How do you get help? Contact an Inclusive Employment Australia provider , and ask to register for Ongoing Support. They will then check your eligibility for Ongoing …

says Gary. Dexar Group put out an application through the ACT Down Syndrome Association , and had 12 people apply. The questions were framed specifically for the interview, and were provided to all interviewees before they came in. Through Dexar Group’s partnership with …

your employer about your mental health conditions may have benefits, such as: creating trust and open relationships changing workplace attitudes about mental health making it easier to … arrangements . Your employer is also likely to be more understanding if you become unwell and need time off. They may be more willing to make changes to meet your needs. For example, they … health concerns. These are: when you’re unable to work or to work safely to keep other people and your co-workers safe.     You don’t need to mention specific medical or personal details. In …

A well written job application can help you get noticed and get to the interview stage. If you’re applying for your first job, or haven’t applied for one … create or update your resume. Employers will usually ask for a cover letter with your resume. And for some jobs you might need to respond to selection criteria. …

A flexible workplace is one that includes and supports employees with disability. For one person with disability, getting equipment that … work hours. In this video, people share some of the ways their employers have been flexible and the positive impact on their lives. …