to increase participation of diverse talent , both on and off screen, and to ensure its workplace represents Australian society. After learning about JobAccess’ National Disability … What is the NDRC? The NDRC partners with large employers across Australia to develop workplace policies and practices that help attract, employ, support and retain people living with … ABC signed up for the partnership with a range of goals in mind. “We were hoping to assess how we could improve accessibility for people with disability applying to our jobs. We …

through the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) to help cover the costs of making changes in the workplace. These can include buying equipment, modifications or accessing services for people … are currently working. After receiving the application, JobAccess organised a free worksite assessment for David. An independent assessor visited his workplace to review potential barriers at work and recommend disability-specific workplace …

and other help. For example: funding through the Employment Assistance Fund to help pay for workplace changes, such as new equipment or assistive technology wage subsidies help to relocate … job. With your permission, your provider can also talk to your employer about: modifying your workplace to support you help with job design on-the-job training, such as training to use … continue to receive ongoing support while you are working as long as needed. You will need an assessment every 1, 2 or 5 years to check that you still need help. Help if you already have a …

hybrid arrangement. For example, the employee works 2 or 3 days a week from home and is at the workplace the other days.  You might want or need your employee to complete a trial period in the workplace before they work from home.  Working from home safety  When your employee works from … will deal with clients if this is part of their job how work health and safety will be assessed. Agreeing to changes with your employee Talk with your employee about what would help …

Assistance Fund (EAF).  Who can use the EAF? The EAF is for people with disability who need workplace changes, equipment or services to support them to do their job or get a job. To be … 2 years. This disability must limit, restrict or affect your ability to work. JobAccess will assess each application on a case-by-case basis. EAF for job seekers You may also be able to …

websites and software packages. In Fiona’s case her screen reader was not compatible with her workplace’s data management system, so she was unable to properly use the system to support customers. Support for workplace changes As she has done in the past and with the full support of her employer, Fiona … JobAccess, which manages the EAF, quickly processed her application and arranged for a workplace assessment at no cost to Fiona or her employer. Experienced JobAccess Advisor and …

looking to hire people with disability by providing tailored and confidential advice, workplace assessments, and funding for workplace adjustments for employees with disability. For PwC, it’s not just about finding and …

for his family. “Getting out and getting some fresh air” keeps Nathan going. Talk to us about workplace adjustments There is a wide range of support available from JobAccess for people with … employers, and service providers. JobAccess has managed over 66,000 applications for funding workplace adjustments since 2006. Each one makes a difference by helping people with disability … Contact JobAccess on 1800 464 800 to speak to our friendly and resourceful Advisers about workplace adjustments and the Employment Assistance Fund. You can also submit an online enquiry …