Learning disabilities in the workplace and how to address this

Today I have been learning about Learning Disabilities in the workplace and how this can be overcome and faced by employers. Having worked in Human Resources for over 15 years now, I have to say this topic often comes up.

While adults may struggle with their learning disabilities, many can thrive with appropriate support systems in the workplace. Self-advocacy is a critical skill that helps ensure that support is present.

It's also important to know where to turn for training, financial resources, job coaching, and other supports that are available through state and federal agencies. 

Around one in five Australians has a disability. Many face significant barriers in work, study, sport, getting around and simply taking part in everyday activities. The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 makes disability discrimination unlawful and promotes equal rights, equal opportunity and equal access for people with disabilities.

So what can you and employers do to support disabilities in the workplace environment.

• Contact your state or local office for vocational rehabilitation.
• Reach out to non-profit teams or support groups for information, and find out how to develop a support network of other adults with learning disabilities and advocates.
• Take advantage of local public service agencies that offer to tutor in the area of learning disabilities.
• Learn how to deal with discrimination in the workplace as an employer of trust and ensure you have team activities which includes everyone.

For anyone seeking career help or guidance in terms of workplace team and culture and how to make everyone feel inclusive in the team then reach out to me on here or via our website at www.rooresumes.com

As a qualified Life Coach and Certified NLP Coach I can offer guidance, support and one to one help when it comes to making your workplace team and culture a better one for all staff members.