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The Benefits of Employing Someone with a Disability

There are many benefits of employing someone with a disability. Let's address the stigma and explore the facts!

What is Psychosocial Disability & How Can the NDIS Help?

Psychosocial Disability (PSD) is a term used to describe disabilities that may arise, due to mental health issues. There is potential for the upcoming National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to greatly improve the lives of people living with PSD

5 Key Benefits of Hiring Young People

Employing young people can bring a wide range of benefits to businesses. With fresh perspectives, adaptability and an eagerness to learn, young employees can be a valuable asset to businesses looking to stay competitive in today's rapidly evolving job market.

A Guide to Picking a Disability Employment Provider

Little known fact: If you're engaging with the Disability Employment Service you get to choose which provider you use! Many jobseekers are referred to the DES service by Centrelink and may not realise that there are many providers they can choose from. If you are eligible to use the Disability…

Job Interviews – How to Make a Great Impression

Job interviews are challenging. Even the most successful people can find them stressful and intimidating. But there are a couple of simple things you can do to put your best foot forward and go into your next job interview with confidence. Generally, employers are seeking well-presented individuals with the skills…

5 Helpful Tips to Prepare You for Employment

Returning to work after a long break might seem impossible and overwhelming but there are things you can do right now to stay positive, stay sharp and start prepping for the job search process.

What are Transferable Skills?

Transferable skills are strengths or abilities that aren't industry specific, that you can leverage for different industries and occupations. Transferable skills or, as we like to call them, transferable strengths, are strengths or abilities you can take from one occupation to another. Your transferable strengths and abilities can also be…

How to choose a NDIS Service Provider

Confused on how to pick a NDIS Service Provider? We've put together a handy guide with 5 quick tips on important things to consider when deciding on a NDIS Service Provider.

The Business Benefits of Workplace Diversity

Organisations that embrace workplace diversity are not only great places to work, but also hold a competitive business advantage. Workplaces that value, understand and accommodate difference have the ability to draw on a range of experience, knowledge and perspectives in decision making and team building.

What is Support Coordination?

One of the major cornerstones of the National Disability Insurance Scheme is to provide people with disability choice and control over how they live their lives. This includes the flexibility to choose the services and supports you need and decide when and how you want them delivered.