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Australian Network on Disability Webinar: Sharing Disability Information in the Workplace

It can be hard to know how speak about disability information in the workplace.

Hear from the Australian Network on Disability, and alumni from the Stepping Into internship program, about ways to approach this tricky topic.

Join This One-Hour Webinar

In this one-hour webinar you will have the opportunity to hear from Australian Network on Disability (AND), as well as alumni from the Stepping Into internship program.

We discuss AND programs for students with disability, tips for sharing disability information in the workplace and recruitment process, and welcome a Stepping Into alumni to speak about their experience.

This webinar is open and recommended to all Monash students who identify as having disability, mental health or chronic health conditions.

Topics Included

• Overview of AND internship and mentoring programs for students with disability
• Discussion of sharing disability information in the workplace, and what employers want to hear
• Welcoming Stepping Into Alumni to speak about their internship experience and what they have learned about managing disability in the workplace.
• Q&A session

Date: 7 August 2020

Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm

To register for this event, please login at the Career Gateway

Join This Monash Careers Summit Event 5 August 2020!

Inclusivity and accessibility should be an important part of a workplace.

Join this presentation to learn about the GradWISE Program, designed to assist students living with a disability, and gain insight from one of Australia’s most well-known telecommunications organisations on how employer support can assist your career journey.

Event Details

• In this one-hour webinar (plus an additional 15-min live Q&A), you will learn about the successful GradWISE program, showcasing its high level recruitment expertise coupled with ongoing support. GradWISE are with you ever step of the way, unlocking and optimising your brain/body system, building resilience through-out the application process and staying with you after you gain employment to navigate your first work year.
• You will also hear from Telstra, a leading pro-disability confident employer giving a sneak peek, ‘all access pass’ into their application process. Lean about what reasonable adjustments are offered during the application process and the ongoing support upon commencing employment.
• You will also hear from a recent Monash University graduate linked to GradWISE speaking of his journey to successfully being offered TWO 2021 graduate positions.

Topics Included

• Graduate application process and available reasonable adjustments
• Application and interview tips from Telstra
• How to unlock high performance by optimising your brain and body system.
• How to ensure you are competitive for graduate and entry level opportunities.

Time: 11:00am -12:00pm

Register now: Registration Link

Applications for the 2021 NSW Government Graduate Program are Now Open!

The 18-month Program offers three unique rotations across government agencies, and allows Graduates to build their own career, no matter what degree they studied.

Talented and passionate Graduates from all disciplines and backgrounds looking to launch their career in NSW Government are welcome to apply.

There are exciting roles on offer in both Sydney metro AND regional NSW!

An Employer that Values Diversity

As a proud employer who values diversity, NSW Government is committed to reflecting the community they serve, and we would like to encourage people with disability to apply to the Program.

Increasing the representation and inclusion of people with disability in our workforce is a priority, and the Graduate Program is well-placed to provide a supportive work environment, with opportunities to shape your own skills and career.

Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process.

What does the Graduate Program offer?

Those selected for the 2021 Graduate Program will gain:

• 18 months’ experience working across three NSW Government agencies
• Meaningful work that contributes to the future of NSW
• A supportive environment with a personal mentor and executive sponsor
• Exposure to the largest professional network of leaders, analysts, policymakers and educators in Australia
• Ongoing role offer on successful completion of the Program

In 2021, the Program will employ Graduates in two streams: a Primary Stream, and a Legal Stream

• The Primary Stream is open to Graduates from all disciplines and backgrounds who are interested in a career in NSW Government, and Graduates will complete a Diploma of Government during the program.
• The Legal Stream is designed for Graduates looking to have a legal career within NSW Government, and will provide Graduates with experience in litigation, legal advice and policy development. Graduates must have a legal degree and be willing to commence and complete their Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice during the Program.
• Visit the website for more information.

Sign Up to Attend our GradWISE Masterclass Series

GradWISE will be holding an online Masterclass Series in July – see dates and times below:

• Tuesday, 7th July – 10am – 12pm
• Wednesday, 8th July – 10am – 12pm
• Thursday, 9th July – 10am – 12pm
• Friday, 10th July – 10am – 12pm

During this four day series a range of employer presenters will provide information and tips to help you put your best foot forward when looking and applying to jobs.

The presenters include:

• Victorian Government
• Melbourne Writers Festival
• Accenture
• Coles

*Please RSVP by filling in the form here.

Once you have completed the form GradWISE will send you the link information.

We look forward to seeing you all there!

NCSEHE PhD opportunity — Deadline extended

• More information is available here: https://www.ncsehe.edu.au/ncsehe-hdr-scholarship-opportunity/

Cummins South Pacific in Scoresby – Mentoring now Available

Australian Network on Disability (AND) have some fantastic mentoring opportunities in the Scoresby area.

AND run the PACE mentoring program that is open to any person that identifies as having a disability and is over 18. The program pairs the PWD with a professional mentor for 6 to 8 sessions to discuss all things education and employment.

The current opportunity is with Cummins South Pacific in Scoresby who will have 10 mentors involved in the program in a variety of areas including Engineering, Business, Finance, Business and Marketing.

• More info and applications can be found here: https://www.and.org.au/pages/mentoring.html
• Applications close on 10 July 2020

Webinar: Re-imagining the workplace to drive disability employment

Expert advice and practical support to realise the many benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace.  

The right employees are crucial to the success of every business, particularly as we navigate these challenging times, and then look to rebuild and move forward.

So what if we told you there are millions of skilled potential employees that you haven’t considered?

That this talent pool brings with it a wide range of business benefits such as greater innovation, enhanced brand and customer service, and improved staff morale and loyalty?

And importantly, that there is free and expert support to help you identify and address any barriers to accessing the many talents of people with disability?

JobAccess invites you to dive in and find out more at the ‘Reimagining the workplace to drive disability employment’ webinar.

When: Wednesday, 17 June 2020

Timing:

• 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm – New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania
• 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm – South Australia and Northern Territory
• 11.00 am to 12.00 pm – Western Australia

Where: Register to attend the webinar

Access: This event will have live captioning. You will be asked to provide any access requirements during the registration process. Interpreters and electronic copies of presentation are available on request.

For more information or if you have any questions or require assistance, please contact us at JobAccess@workfocus.com.

Applications Open Now for Spring 2020

PACE Mentoring applications are open now for Spring 2020.  The AND Programs team would like to invite you to an information session that will go through the program in more detail.

To participate in the webinar you will need to dial in to the teleconference for audio and the webinar for visuals. Login details are below for you:

Step 1:  Click here to login to the webinar website and enter this code into the ‘I am a participant’ field: 6367393293

Step 2:  Call the Teleconference number: 1800 896 323 and enter the participant code: 6367 393 293#

Please advise AND if you have any accessibility requirements for the session. They can arrange for live captioning if advised in advance.

Positive Action towards Career Engagement (PACE) connects students and jobseekers with disability with mentors from leading Australian businesses.

What is PACE Mentoring?

The program is a four-month commitment between August and November.

Mentors and mentees meet approximately eight times during the four months. During the program, the mentee and mentor will set goals and desired outcomes, discuss experiences, skills, and career pathways.

Activities may include:

• Reviewing resumes and cover letters
• Mock interviews
• Worksite visits
• Networking with other professionals
• Discussing workplace adjustments
• Building confidence
• Mapping career objectives
• Understanding key strengths and abilities

To be eligible for the program, applicants must be over the age of 18 and identify as having disability.

• Wed 20 May 2020 12pm – 1pm (AEST)
• Webinar: http://omnovia.redbackconferencing.com.au/redback; Teleconference: ph. 1800 896 323, Participant Code: 6367 393 293

AND are also running additional sessions, if this time doesn’t suit. Click here to view all session times.

We hope to see you at the session!
Kind regards,

The Programs Team (Philip, Tess, Rosie & Isabel)

Stepping Into & PACE Mentoring

Level 3, 80 Clarence St, Sydney, 2000

Level 1, 2 Queen St, Melbourne, 3000

T 1300 36 36 45  |  W www.and.org.au  |  E applications@and.org.au

Keep inclusion on the agenda while working from home

Due to the unprecedented nature of COVID-19, we will be running our PACE mentoring program virtually this Autumn. We are grateful that technology can allow us to provide our PACE mentoring program in a virtual capacity, allowing organisations to keep access and inclusion on their agenda while working remotely.

Looking after your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak

The rapid spread of COVID-19 worldwide is creating heightened levels of uncertainty and change in both business and personal lives. This in turn, is having adverse effects on mental health.

Beyond Blue recognises and understands the feelings of anxiety, distress and concern many people may be experiencing in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and offers some advice on how to look after your wellbeing.

Find out more about how to look after your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak.

GradWISE Appointments still Available

For all Students and Graduates who are part and wishing to be part of the GradWISE program, all appointments will continue as planned, these appointments will be now be held with your consultant via either Zoom, phone call or FaceTime meetings – your consultant will be in-touch to confirm which medium is best for you.

The decision to pause all on-campus meetings is due to the implemented social  distancing and to enable the safety of not only the GradWISE Students and Graduates but their families and loved ones as well.

We are looking forward to helping you navigate through your student journey towards employment and beyond.

If you are wishing to book-in a time to see what the GradWISE team can do for you please don’t hesitate to contact us via email the team on: GradWISE.enquiries@wiseemployment.com.au