age of 61, Sharon was diagnosed as autistic. Self-employed Sharon is a scientist, a founder and has a PhD; all of which didn’t come easily to Sharon. An autism diagnosis at the age of 61 Dr Sharon Zivkovic is a scientist, a founder, a Chief Innovation Officer and a social entrepreneur who has worked with diverse community stakeholders on community … when she discovered that she was able to obtain tailored advice and support with workplace adjustments through JobAccess . JobAccess helped Sharon organise an Occupational Therapist who …

Clay is a Boilermaker working with Evermil , a steel fabrication and supplies business based on the South Coast of NSW. Clay’s role is diverse in nature. Day to day, he may be interpreting blueprints, cutting, moulding, and welding metal and steel to fix faults, welding and bolting structures together or identifying and solving …

- she works full-time, raises two teenage children, manages her own life coaching business, and even finds time for thrill-seeking on weekends. But the daily challenges she experiences as a … she says. Like to learn more? JobAccess has managed over 57,000 applications for workplace adjustments since 2006. Each one makes a difference by helping people with disability get work, … 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 through the …

with disability could lead you to the best person for the job—just ask Ebru Dogan, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor at Gold Coast Health. “It’s definitely a positive thing for any organisation. Aside from working towards an inclusive culture and meeting targets, it brings a diversity of thought that is invaluable,” says Ebru. It doesn’t … time, so making sure a job is suitable is an important part of that.” When positions require adjustments to ensure that people with disability are able to thrive, services like JobAccess and …

like with anyone else, it’s time for an interview. Sometimes, people with disability will need adjustments during the interview process. Gary Butcher, Manager of Business Solutions at Dexar … 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 …

The  Department for Child Protection (DCP) , SA plays a pivotal role in keeping children and young people safe from abuse and harm. It also offers care to those who experience neglect in their family homes. With a view … Now, we can identify and address workplace barriers more easily. We’ve also made other adjustments, including changes to our recruitment process, improved workplace accessibility, and …

War II. Forty-four years on, diversity is still at the heart of everything for SBS. Developing and delivering content for diverse audiences using multiple platforms – from free-to-air TV to on-demand digital streaming services and an extensive radio network reaching 68 multilingual communities – means employing a workforce … you can tick off along the way. For example, asking candidates if they require any workplace adjustments in the application stage and not just upon commencing employment,” shares Anne. “It’s …

South Wales, Australia. The Council worked with the Australian Government’s JobAccess service and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to improve their disability confidence and provide equitable employment opportunities for Australians with disability.  The NDRC works with larger public and private sector organisations across Australia through free, tailored 12-month partnerships to …

within the organisation with support from the Australian Government's JobAccess service and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) program. The NDRC works with larger public and private sector organisations across Australia through free, tailored 12-month partnerships to improve their disability confidence. The NDRC helps identify and remove potential barriers and provides practical, expert advice to implement good practice in …

Brite is an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) taking a person centred and holistic approach to employment for people with disability. Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, shares their challenges and hopes for a strong future. A mix of experience and fresh ideas is allowing Brite to flourish as one of Australia’s largest disability …