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  1. Guidelines on reasonable adjustments

    and to support them in their job. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable adjustments, or workplace adjustments, give people with disability equal access to employment.  They help a … Reasonable adjustments might be: physical changes to the work area and workplace equipment or services changes to work methods and tasks. Not all employees with disability will need extra support or changes. Some may need minor changes that you can make easily at little or no cost. You might …
  2. Talking about your disability at work

    tell people about your disability at work is your choice to make. If you’re starting a new job or already working, you might like to talk to your employer about your disability to get any … job your disability affects you working safely. If your disability doesn’t affect your work or safety, you don’t have to mention it. Deciding whether to talk to others at work about your … you talk about how you’ll do the tasks in your job let you talk about changes to the workplace or flexible working arrangements to support you to do your job. Sharing information When you talk …
  3. Other government disability services and programs

    free support to protect your rights as a person with disability. An NDAP agency can speak, act or write for you to make sure your needs are met. For more information: visit the Department of … Izzy’ website to find a disability advocate near you. National Relay Service If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, the National Relay Service (NRS) can help you. The NRS lets you communicate …
  4. Government services to help you find and keep a job

    If you have a disability, injury or illness, a range of services can help you find a job or support you in your current role. This includes support for training, applying for jobs and …
  5. Applying for the Employment Assistance Fund

    If you need workplace changes, equipment or services to help you or your employee, you can apply online for the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF). Find out about … a job seeker a service provider. A person with disability can also ask a friend, relative or advocate to apply for them as their nominee. The application process Before you start Check if …
  6. Changing your work area and tasks

    to make changes that can help you to do your job. That might include changing your schedule or tasks, making physical changes to the workplace, or buying equipment. You can apply for funding to cover the cost of some changes. …
  7. Support to do an apprenticeship

    way to get a qualification while you work. There is support available if you’re an apprentice or trainee with disability. What is an apprenticeship? Apprenticeships and traineeships are a way … a qualification. They are both types of an Australian Apprenticeship. You can be an apprentice or trainee in a range of industries, both in private business and in government. Anyone of … Most apprenticeships last between 1 and 4 years. Learn more about becoming an apprentice or trainee on the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations website. What is Disability …
  8. Deaf and hard of hearing support at work

    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 … the person works in the assistive technology available for them the support at work. Deafness or hearing loss may affect how a person communicates. It can hinder their ability to give and get … join meetings, and interact with customers.   Understanding deaf and hard of hearing Deaf or hard hearing can range from very mild to profound, also called complete hearing loss. Most …
  9. Making changes in your workplace

    people with disability fair access to employment. They are also called workplace adjustments or workplace modifications. In the workplace, this might include: physical changes to your work area and workplace equipment or services changes to tasks or the way you work. You might find even simple changes will meet your needs. By law your …
  10. Contacting possible employers

    You might contact an employer you’d like to work for to ask if they have jobs available or to get more information about a job. Writing to an employer Whether you're writing to apply for a job or asking about future work, you want the employer to notice you. A good email or letter: has a clear purpose uses straightforward language and short sentences is clearly set …