You can do a range of things to help support an employee with cognitive impairment. Some cognitive conditions can affect problem solving, concentration and memory. A person may need support in one of these areas or more than one.

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 prepare for, find and maintain work and grow your career if you live with disability, an injury or a health condition. If you are looking for work, you can choose an Inclusive Employment Australia provider to help you.

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:

There are steps you need to follow when you join Inclusive Employment Australia. Learn more with our guide to interviews with providers, job plans, mutual obligations and your choices.

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