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Did you know October is National Disability Awareness Month? For many people, one third of each day is dedicated to fulfilling job responsibilities. Jobs are how humans define themselves as people - who they are is what they do (McNaughton & Arnold, 2010). Finding meaningful employment is a common challenge, especially for those who use AAC. According to a national survey, only 25 individuals who use AAC work more than ten hours per week (Light et al., 1996). Technology serves as a powerful tool in leveling the playing field for those with complex communication needs in the workforce. Check out this week's guest blog post for strategies individuals with complex communication needs can implement to foster professional success! #AAC #ForbesAAC #CoughDropAAC #WinSlate #ProSlate #speechandlanguage #SLP #augcomm forbesaac.com/blog

What are 5 key elements of successful evidence centre models? With a $23.3 million commitment from the federal government to establish the Disability Employment Centre of Excellence, a team from CSI Swinburne have identified 5 core, overlapping elements of successful evidence centre models that can inform future decision-making. ⚙️ Structure: Purpose, organisational type, organisational capacity, independence, relationships 💰 Funding and timelines: Entrepreneurial approach, diversified funding, immediate deliverables vs. long term change, funding precarity 🙂 Staffing: Roles and expertise, lived experience, practice experience 📈 Implementation: Evidence building, capacity building, knowledge translation 🔍 Evaluation: Evaluating impact and practice change #DisabilityEmployment #CentreofExcellence Erin Wilson Julie Tucker Emma R. Robert Campain

Learn more about the pilot project I’m leading in Arizona implementing customized employment services. #WeAllWorkAZ #EmploymentFirst #CustomizedEmployment

🏆Florida Division on Career Development and Transition (FL DCDT)- Patrick Mulvihill Making a Difference Award 🏆 In 2023, The Grow Group was awarded the Patrick Mulvihill Making a Difference Award for the positive impact garnered by our people-focused employment trainings. Each year, in honor of Patrick Mulvhill who continually demonstrates the qualities of a person making a difference in the lives of persons with disabilities throughout his career and into retirement, the Florida Division on Career Development and Transition through the “The Patrick Mulvihill Making A Difference” award. Here are some reasons why we commit to deepening our commitment to enhancing employment opportunities for all, regardless of life circumstances or physical limitations: 📉At 21.4%, Florida ranks 46th in the nation for the percentage of people with disabilities who are currently working — well below the national average of 25%. 💼Compared to all Florida counties, Hillsborough has the third-highest number of people with disabilities who are unemployed. 🔎Nearly 5,000 Hillsborough residents with hearing, vision, cognitive, and ambulatory disabilities are looking for work, but are unable to obtain or maintain employment. Source: The Able Trust/Florida Endowment Foundation for Vocational Rehabilitation, 2023. #a11y #makingadifference #employmentforall #workforcedevelopment #award

Learn more about customized employment pilot project in Arizona. This informational session is geared toward employment providers.

A great opportunity to listen and find out more about the needs and wants of PwD in relation to work, home and living. Also a chance to network with other like minded agencies and professionals. Come and learn more about Housing Hubs home and living products, services and impact. #housinghub #accessiblehousing #sil #sda #ilo #choiceandcontrol #vacancymanagement #consulting #capacitybuilding

👩💼 Real-life Workplace Accommodations 👨💼 Inclusion means creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Here are two real-life examples of accommodations made to support employees with disabilities: 1️⃣ A federal agency hired a deaf intern, and staff received disability etiquette training to effectively communicate using an interpreter. 2️⃣ A state-run museum hired a blind librarian with a guide dog and provided training on how to interact with the service dog respectfully. . These accommodations help foster an inclusive, diverse workplace. Every business can make these impactful changes. Reach out to Employment Support Services to learn more! ESSNevada.com #DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceAccommodations #DiversityAndInclusion #EmployeeSupport

In a world of competition, there is a place for collaboration. Today kicked off the the preliminary sessions of the 2024 Disability Employment Australia conference - aptly themed as “ready for reform”. Sitting in the CFO round table today { that was highly engaging!} and connecting with new, current and previous sector colleagues solidified the belief that as a sector we are as strong as the weakest link, therefore the sharing of insights, ideas, pain points and horizon thinking across today will only strengthen the collective goals we have. Disability Employment Services has the fundamental outcome of realising an individuals potential and best self in the context of employment. A myriad of other services - interconnected or complimentary also aim to bring other elements of one’s best self - the key is how can we harness the employment expertise but also navigate and link other expertise so that someone has the chance for a fulfilled best self in multiple contexts. What a privilege we have! The word “reform” by nature does bring a negative connotation. It can derive the thinking of the change needed when something isn’t working. Therefore I’m embracing the conference as a “ready to ignite”, ignite the passion, ignite the creative thinking, ignite the innovation but never lose the ignition of purpose in what we do. Proud to be representing IntoWork Australia as the future of DES provides significant opportunities in all areas of employment and training offered within the Group. Bring on day 2 & 3 and the continued references to pop music and fashion by the ever-entertaining Wayne Herbert MAICD FIEP 🙌🏻 #DisabilityEmployment #IntoWork #Interact #HelpEnterprises #Careers #EmploymentProgression #Innovate #DES #DSS #DESReforms #PeakBody #QualityFramework #CoDesign #PersonCentred

Celebrating International Men’s Day in Social Care International Men’s Day is a valuable opportunity to reflect on the importance of male representation in the social care sector. We believe a diverse workforce that reflects the communities it serves is essential to delivering the highest level of care and understanding to everyone in need of support. Recent data from the Skills for Care State of the Adult Social Care Workforce in England (October 2024) reveals that men make up just 21% of the adult social care workforce, both nationally and here in Cornwall. While this marks a 2% increase from last year, there is still much work to be done to inspire more men to consider a rewarding career in social care. Social care isn’t about gender—it’s about making a difference, creating connections, and building a meaningful career. Men in care bring unique skills, perspectives, and approaches that enrich the lives of those they support. Explore careers in care today in a rewarding field and join the growing number of men making a difference in Cornwall: https://lnkd.in/eD_wkzZ

In New South Wales, the Professional Scientific and Technical Services industry is the second largest, following Health Care and Social Assistance. This industry covers a wide range of services, such as scientific research, architecture, engineering, computer system design, legal and accounting services, advertising and market research, veterinary care, and professional photography. While the work in this industry is valuable on its own, it also drives new research and innovations that benefit other industries. If you are an employer in this field, you probably value more than just technical skills. You are likely to be also looking for creativity, problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and critical thinking. If so, Global Skills encourages you to consider employing people with disability. They bring a range of skills and qualifications, as well as unique life experiences that can offer fresh perspectives and innovative solutions. Research suggests that a diverse team not only sparks creativity and boosts productivity but can also give you a competitive edge. Global Skills Disability Employment Services (DES) can help you connect with this diverse talent pool. We offer a free, professional recruitment service and support you throughout the hiring process, including ongoing support in the workplace as long as you need. For more information on Global Skills Disability Employment Services, please contact our Disability Employment Services Manager Victoria Wellard via email, vwellard@globalskills.com.au or phone 0422 501 421. #professionalscientificandtechnicalservices #NSW #diversity #employers #disabilityemployment #GlobalSkills #diversify #workforce #employingpeoplewithdisability [image description] A map of NSW containing an icon representing the Professional Scientific and Technical Industry, set against a dark navy background. The icon is a computer monitor with an arrow pointing to the right