Tim, owner of Cairns business Tim the Toolman, employed Allan, who lost his left arm in a motor vehicle accident, as an appliance tester.
Tim says Allan is fantastic at his job and that his people skills and positive attitude have brought him business.
When Tim interviewed Allan he noted Allan’s desire to work and his keen, upbeat attitude. ‘I couldn’t believe how positive and determined Allan was. He wanted the job more than all the other applicants.’
Allan’s positive attitude set him apart from the other job seekers, but Allan still had one more thing to overcome to get the job: the vehicle and equipment for the job needed two hands.
Tim contacted Allan’s Job Services Australia provider, NEATO Employment Services, and they told him about the Employment Assistance Fund—an Australian Government scheme that pays for the costs involved in modifying the workplace or purchasing special or adaptive equipment for eligible employees with disability.
NEATO helped Tim apply for an automatic vehicle and new equipment for Allan to use. These modifications were free and have enabled Allan to do the job.
Not only does Tim now have a positive employee who has brought him business, but Allan does not want to move on—this is a job Allan can see himself doing forever.
Employing people with disability can increase customer loyalty and bring you more business. People with disability can also have lower levels of turnover.
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