Thanks to everyone who made last week's DEA Decompression Sessions such a success. As tender season wrapped up so recently, instead of our November Leaders' Forum events, this time we opted for some smaller, informal gatherings with some short presentations and interviews with some DEA luminaries from our Hall of Fame. Warmest thanks to Dr Jenny Crosbie and Lucy Macali, Vivienne Riches and #GeoffWaghorn for sharing the wisdom of their experiences. Thanks also to our terrific sponsors Aon, Prime Super, Prospert , and ReadyTech and to our Fundamentals partner genU Training. #DisabilityEmploymentServices #DisabilityEmployment #DES #SDEP #careers #careerdevelopment #livedexperience #DEA #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #DESproviders #TenderSeason #decompression #DecompressionSession #DEAHallOfFame #HallOfFame #skills #training #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS #EnterANewEra #Aon #PrimeSuper #Prospert #ReadyTech #genUTraining
Disability Employment Australia
Civic and Social Organizations
Melbourne, Victoria 10,179 followers
Disability Employment Australia is Australia's peak body representing disability employment best practice
About us
Disability Employment Australia is the peak body for Australian disability employment services. We are recognised internationally as the pre-eminent organisation representing, supporting and resourcing disability employment throughout Australia. As a membership organisation, we exist to represent the interests of stakeholders of disability employment throughout Australia to government bodies as well as employer, disability support and advocacy groups. Disability Employment Australia supports the Australian Government to deliver high quality employment support to people with disability in Australia and significantly increase workforce participation rates. We have a unique responsibility to foster excellence, innovation and flexibility of service within the Disability Employment Services program. We support our members to achieve best practice service provision in their role to find employment outcomes for people with disability. We advise, advocate, train, inform and undertake events to strengthen and promote the sector. We believe in the right of every member of society to be included fully in the community and to have control over their own life choices. Participation in the open labour market is a crucial factor in realising these goals. We strive to inspire, challenge and celebrate Disability Employment. DEA has been a leader in the disability employment sector for a quarter of a century, and our membership encompassing 70% of the sector’s providers. DEA has been at the forefront of informed debate with government through critical changes and developments including: Moving from block to case based funding Uncapping of DES Disability Employment Hall of Fame DES Essentials training Establishment of five year contracts The 2015-17 DES review and 2018 DES Supporting evidence based continuous improvement NDIS participant employment strategy 2019-2022 National Disability Employment Strategy
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- Civic and Social Organizations
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- 2-10 employees
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- Melbourne, Victoria
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- Nonprofit
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- Disability, Employment, Policy, and Advocacy
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Employees at Disability Employment Australia
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We strongly recommend reading Kelly's first-person account of her experiences following major surgery and the compassion and support provided by Flourish Australia and her Employment Co-ordinator, Felino. #FlourishAustralia #InclusionMatters #DisabilityEmploymentServices #DisabilityEmployment #DES #SDEP #careers #careerdevelopment #livedexperience #DEA #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #SuccessStory #DESSuccessStory #DESproviders #respect #skills #training #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS
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Very well put by Peter. Let’s see today as a call to action and make inclusion unremarkable, an everyday feature of life. It benefits everyone!
Every year, the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPwD) rolls around too much fanfare. We can do better and make it every day! #idpwd #cderp #cderpcollege #ndis #drpetersmith #des #ade #supportedemployment #intellectualdisability #asd #workfirst
Only One Day?
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Disability Employment Australia reposted this
🌍 Today marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), and at Australian Disability Network, we're proud to support #IDPWD2024 by championing the removal of unintentional barriers in the workplace with #ChooseInclusion 📽️ We released "It's Not Hard to be Inclusive", a humorous and thought-provoking short film by Australian Disability Network for IDPwD 2024. It highlights the social model of disability, showing how societal barriers, not individual conditions, create disability. Watch the full short film for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gs5m44ZT (Audio description version available) 🗒️ Leading up to IDPwD we released weekly resources that focus on key areas of business and how organisations can #RemoveBarriers. Check out our website: https://lnkd.in/gcShiDc7 💜 While it's fantastic to dedicate a day to recognise the 5.5 million Australians with disability, let's remember that inclusivity is not a one-time event but a continuous commitment. Every day is an opportunity to embrace #diversity, create #accessible spaces, and foster an #inclusive mindset. 💬 Join the IDPwD conversation online or in your community to challenge perceptions, break down barriers, and encourage a more diverse and inclusive Australia. Happy International Day of People with Disability! #IDPwD24 #AusDN #LinkedInNewsAustralia
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This may be the punniest success story we've seen and we don't say neigh to it! Congratulations to Stephen, Bribie Island Road Saddle Club, and to the team at EPIC Assist who saddled Stephen with stable employment and so mane-y puns. #EPICAssist #InclusionMatters #DisabilityEmploymentServices #DisabilityEmployment #DES #SDEP #careers #careerdevelopment #livedexperience #DEA #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #SuccessStory #DESSuccessStory #DESproviders #respect #skills #training #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS
Nothing calms the nerves like getting back to nature. When the stresses with city or suburban life seem a little too much, a change of scenery can be just what the doctor ordered. For those local to the Caboolture area, Bribie Island Road Saddle Club might be that breath of fresh air you’re looking for 🐴 It’s a place where horse riders are inspired to improve their skills and confidence in themselves. It turns out that the confidence-building ethos boasted by the saddle club isn’t just limited to its customer base. Meet Stephen, one of the recent farmhand hires at Bribie Island Saddle Club. Stephen had seen just how good of a community the saddle club had fostered for itself and wanted to be a part of that. That was easier said than done however, Stephen hadn’t been employed in a long time, so the whole process felt almost alien to him. “It was my first job interview in decades. I was very nervous,” Stephen confessed. Despite his fears, Stephen knew he didn’t need to go about the application alone. He had an entire team of experts backing him every step of the way. To read Stephen's full story, click the link in our bio! https://lnkd.in/ggRcj24P
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Celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) Tomorrow! December 3rd is International Day of People with Disability—a day to celebrate inclusion, accessibility, and the achievements of people with disability across Australia and the world. The IDPwD Events Calendar is packed with opportunities to join the conversation, whether you’re attending in person or online. From workshops to celebrations, there’s something for everyone. 🌟 Explore events happening near you: https://buff.ly/33GxhFa Let’s come together to build a more inclusive future. #IDPwD #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #AFDO
Attend an event – International Day of People with Disability
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Congratulations to the team at Real Futures Pty Ltd on achieving Gold Standard Provider status. We are delighted to continue partnering with genU Training to support excellence in DES and so happy for Ashley Williams (JP) and Real Futures on this formal recognition of their expertise.
genU Training is proud to acknowledge Real Futures Pty Ltd for becoming a DEA Gold Standard Provider! Real Futures is an Indigenous owned DES provider. This achievement highlights their commitment to ongoing professional development in Disability Employment Services, with over 75% of their team completing the Disability Employment Fundamentals for DES microcredential. John Clancy, National Operations Manager at Real Futures says, “Real Futures remains dedicated to investing in staff training through DES Fundamentals. By incorporating this, cultural competence, and diverse perspectives, we can enhance our support for all aspirants, particularly our Indigenous aspirants, throughout their employment services journey. This ensures we create an inclusive environment that respects and values the unique experiences of every individual.” Ashley Williams (JP), DES Business Manager, adds, “The commitment from our team to ongoing learning is a testament to our dedication, and DES Fundamentals has significantly enhanced the quality of service they deliver to our aspirants every day across NSW and WA.” Thanks to Peter Bacon and Disability Employment Australia for partnering with us to support excellence in DES. To celebrate Real Futures becoming a DEA Gold Standard Provider, we will be enrolling their staff into our Employment Services Provider Essentials course https://lnkd.in/gwyeY4J8 for free. #EducationForGood #DEAGoldStandard #InclusiveEmployment #genUTraining
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Another brilliant disability employment success story, this time from MatchWorks and Ash. 👏 👏 👏 #NeurodivergentEmployment #MatchWorks #InclusionMatters #DisabilityEmploymentServices #DisabilityEmployment #DES #SDEP #careers #careerdevelopment #livedexperience #DEA #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #SuccessStory #DESproviders #respect #skills #training #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS
✨We’re delighted to welcome Ash Bates to MatchWorks, as Co-Facilitator for the Get Set for Work program in Queensland. When Ash first met the team at MatchWorks, the Disability Employment Services participant was unsure how to navigate his life and desire for a career while managing his health. After being connected to a pilot program for neurodivergent job seekers, Ash was able to build new connections, life skills, and confidence while setting employment goals. “I appreciated the constant communication around how to navigate workplace barriers and what challenges can be solved through self-advocacy and leaning on external supports,” Ash said. Ash is now working with MatchWorks to draw on his own experience to support other neurodivergent job seekers. “I will be teaching and encouraging neurodivergent youth and helping them build these same skills and find themselves and the building blocks for their ideal career pathways and futures.” Read more about Ash’s employment journey https://bit.ly/4dwYkHM Sue Osman Veronica Killick Nikki Noack Emily Markham Louise Sheehy #NeurodivergentEmployment #MatchWorks #InclusionMatters #DisabilityEmploymentServices
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George's character - notably his grit - drove him to team up with uLaunch and push through and achieve a big career win. #SuccessStory #uLaunch #DEA #DES #DisabilityEmployment #grit #resilience #determination #DESproviders #careers #respect #skills #training #CareerDevelopment #SDEP #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS #Bunbury #FIFO #BlueTongueFIFO #BusDriver #WA
George’s journey with uLaunch stands as a testament to #resilience and #determination. 💪⚡ Despite facing mental health challenges and medical issues, George found himself achieving his career aspirations and secured employment as a bus driver with Blue Tongue FIFO. 👏 Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ggvHgjHv #uLaunch #Bunbury #BusDriver #FIFO #Success
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Another disability employment success story. We're delighted to see Chloe on her way to a career in hairdressing with the support of her team at Omnia Inclusive Employment Solutions and Sandy Poll Jonker, owner of the fabulously named Streakers Hair Design. We only just chanced upon this older story (LinkedIn, you are wild) and hope Chloe is going from strength to strength in her career. #successstory #OmniaInclusive #DEA #DES #disabilityemployment #DESproviders #careers #respect #skills #training #careerdevelopment #hairdressing #beauty #apprenticeship #SDEP #DisabilityEmploymentAustralia #capability #ReadyForReform #disability #employment #NDIS
Chloe's Inspirational Journey: From Overcoming Challenges to Finding Her Dream Job! Meet Chloe, a true symbol of resilience and determination. With specialized support from Omnia Inclusive, she turned her life around and discovered her dream job as a Hairdressing Apprentice. Read Chloe's story here: https://lnkd.in/gDvcdSRe