A person who is blind or has low vision may need to do some tasks in a different way to sighted employees. But that doesn’t mean they can’t do the job. There are many ways you can support employees who are blind or have vision loss.  This might include simple changes to work areas and tasks or using assistive technology. You can also get funding for workplace adjustments. 

There is a lot you can do to support employees who are deaf or hard of hearing. That might include giving information in different ways and simple changes to workspaces. You can also get funding for workplace changes and interpreting services. Deafness and hearing loss at work How an employee’s hearing affects the way they work can depend on:

There is a lot you can do to support employees who have multiple sclerosis (MS). MS can affect a person in many different ways, so it’s important to be flexible. You can get funding to help with workplace changes, equipment and support services.

Find out how you can support employees who have intellectual or learning disabilities, brain injury, and other conditions that affect the way people think and process information.

Cognitive impairment can affect how some one learns, understands and communicates. An employee may need support in one or more of these areas. There are a range of things you can do to support employees with cognitive impairment. 

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.

A workplace assessor can help decide what changes a workplace needs to support an employee with disability. They can also assess an employee’s productivity. Assessments are free through the Employment Assistance Fund or the Supported Wage System.

If you have a disability, injury or health condition, Inclusive Employment Australia can help you maintain work and grow your career. Inclusive Employment Australia also helps employers to hire and support staff with disability. Inclusive Employment Australia is a free service funded by the Australian Government with providers across the country.

Inclusive Employment Australia can help you find and keep a job if you live with disability, injury or health condition. Am I eligible for Inclusive Employment Australia You may be eligible for Inclusive Employment Australia if you are looking for work and are:

This toolkit includes short video guides and downloadable resources with practical advice on disability and employment - from inclusive policies and recruitment, to workplace changes and managing staff.