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A University of Melbourne research team is recruiting six Community Researchers (CRs) to work with them on a project exploring people’s experiences so far of the NDIS in the Barwon trial site. CRs will be provided with training in research skills, including conducting interviews, ethics, and data analysis. This training will take place at the main campus of the University of Melbourne. CRs will be assisted to travel to the Barwon region to conduct interviews with research participants. The positions are casual and CRs will be paid at the Research Assistant Grade 1 rate ($39.49 per hour) for time spent interviewing and time involved in training. In addition to training (12 hours), the position offers approximately six to eight days of paid work (40-60 hours) for each CR. The project is based in the Melbourne School of Government at the University of Melbourne and commences in May 2016.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details, including how to submit your application.

UniMelb PD for Community Researchers April 2016

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY 18 MAY 2016

Looking to gain paid work experience in a leading organisation, build a network of contacts, and develop valuable skills and experience?

Stepping Into is a paid internship program designed specifically for university students with disability, who want to gain paid hands-on work experience in their chosen field of study.

The Australian Network on Disability (AND), work with employers to identify and provide opportunities for university students with disability to “step into” the workplace. Stepping Into is an opportunity to gain exposure to various industries, and work alongside experienced professionals to further your skills and experience.

This winter, there are opportunities all around Australia for students with a thirst for learning, and the willingness to give it a go. There are current opportunities available with various companies and locations – view the list of companies here.

For more information about the program, visit the website, like the Facebook page, or get in touch with the Australian Network on Disability on 02 8270 9200 or applications@and.org.au

Divine is a website for people with a disability. It is published by the Victorian Government’s Department of Health and Human Services.

A team of writers, all of whom have a disability, have written for the website since its launch just over seven years ago. They have written on a wide range of topics, often sharing their own experiences, interests and passions.

Divine survey

The Divine team wants to redevelop the website with a new brand, new content and an improved user experience.

The team wants to know what you think of its plans for Divine. By completing the survey you can help them understand what kind of content you expect or want on a website for people with a disability.

• Your answers will be kept private.
• The survey is open until 30 April 2016.
• The questions will take about 7 minutes to answer.
• The team would appreciate you sending this survey to anybody else you think it might be relevant to.

Get started

Select this link to get started. Or copy and paste it into your browser.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2LVJMGB

Questions

Please call the Digital Engagement Unit if you:

• need to do the survey over the phone
• would like a paper version of the survey
• have any questions about the survey.

You can contact the Digital Engagement Unit:

• by phone on 9096 1515
• by email at divine@dhhs.vic.gov.au

This is a friendly reminder about the current Department of Justice & Regulation People with a Disability Scholarship Program 2016.

Applications for the 2016 Program close at COB 15 April 2016.

For information about the Program including application form etc, visit the DJR website.

In 2016, Cummins South Pacific are offering students and jobseekers the opportunity to be mentored by some of their best and brightest at both the Scoresby (VIC) and Carole Park (QLD) branches.

What is PACE Mentoring?

PACE is the Australian Network on Disability’s (AND) dynamic mentoring program offering students and jobseekers with disability the opportunity to develop skills and confidence in a workplace setting.

Mentoring activities include:

• Reviewing resume and cover letters
• Mock interviews
• Worksite visits
• Networking skills, and
• Building confidence

About Cummins South Pacific

A global power leader, Cummins Inc. is the world’s largest independent designer and manufacturer of diesel engines. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana (USA), the company employs around 48,000 people worldwide and serves customers in 190 countries. Cummins South Pacific services the Automotive, Mining, Power generation, Marine, Defence, Rail, Agriculture, Construction, and Oil and Gas markets in the South Pacific region.

How do I apply?

Complete our online application form no later than 30 April 2016. The team at AND will inform you of the outcome of your application in late-May.

What is the cost?

There is no cost involved. The program is generously sponsored by ANZ and participation is free for students and jobseekers.

Who do I contact if I have more questions?

You can send an enquiry via email to applications@and.org.au, visit the AND website, or call02 8270 9200 to speak to a member of the PACE team.

The Department of Social Services’ (DSS) Graduate Programme provides you with diverse career opportunities across the Department and gives you the chance to make a difference to the lives of some of the more vulnerable people in our society. The ten-month programme offers graduates training and networking opportunities and a permanent position within the Department with a competitive salary, excellent working conditions and broad opportunities for career development.

DSS also participates in the APS RecruitAbility scheme, which aims to better support the employment of people with disability and develop an Australian Public Sector workforce that is representative of the community it serves. Their participation in the APS RecruitAbility scheme extends to our 2017 Graduate Programme. The scheme enables an applicant with disability to opt into the scheme and, if they meet the minimum requirements for the position, progress to a further stage in the recruitment process.

For more information, visit the DSS website.

Applications close on 3 April, 2016.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 9.00AM AEST 6 APRIL 2016!

The Stepping Into program offers practical paid work experience for successful students with disability who may face significant obstacles in gaining employment.

PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is partnering with the Australian Network on Disability to attract successful candidates who want to gain meaningful work experience within a range of disciplines this summer.

PwC are pioneers within their field and are taking a leadership role in providing opportunities to students with disability to access internship opportunities.

The Stepping Into program is a recruitment process and includes application, interview and selection processes. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to complete a paid work experience program with PwC. You will also be required to participate in a student briefing as part of the selection process.

PwC are offering paid internships at their offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth and the program will take place in summer 2016/17.  Students studying in all disciplines can apply, but must be in their penultimate or final year of their degree, and show a genuine passion and suitability to work at PwC. PwC’s summer internship program typically runs between December and February.

For more information and to apply now, visit our website.

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is currently developing the JobAccess Gateway as a central entry point into disability employment. This new Gateway will build on the existing JobAccess Service and seeks to streamline access to information and provide tailored advice on disability employment.

The DSS is seeking expressions of interest from people with disability who would like to participate in a photo shoot to capture images and videos that illustrate how people with disability bring a range of skills, talents and abilities into the workplace. Your image will only be used through the JobAccess Gateway and its associated resources including the website, fact sheets, posters, flyers and banners.

To register interest:

1. Complete the participation pack attached below; including the DSS Consent Form and the Participants Details Form. Please ensure to advise of any accessibility requirements you may need.
2. Once completed please forward the Participation Pack to Sarah Jesudason, Senior Account Manager at Zoo Advertising at sarah.jesudason@zoogroup.com.

If you have a friend or colleague with disability who may be interested in participating in this opportunity please refer them to Sarah at Zoo Advertising.

If you would like more information about this opportunity, or require assistance to complete the requested information, please contact Sarah on 02 6260 8777.

DSS Consent form

Participant Detail Form

It is with great anticipation that we invite you to participate in our upcoming winter internship program. Stepping Into™ is a paid internship program designed specifically for university students with disability.

Students benefit significantly through gaining experience of the job application and interview process, developing a network of contacts within a professional organisation, and gaining valuable paid work experience which they can include on their resumes, and having the opportunity to showcase their skills and knowledge.

Internships are for a minimum 152 hours duration (unless otherwise specified). These hours can be completed either full time (four weeks) or part-time (varies) as negotiated with the employer. To view the opportunities please visit our website. The list will be updated regularly throughout April and May so be sure to follow us on Facebook to receive notifications.

Key dates for the Winter program 2016:

March-May 2016: Applications open (check individual closing dates for each position)

May 2016: Shortlisting

June 2016: Interviews

Late June/Early July 2016: Internships commence (in alignment with university break)

For more information visit our website or contact Stephanie Littlewood, Program Manager on 02 8270 9200 or stephanie.littlewood@and.org.au.

As part of the newly launched Mental Health Champions student leadership initiative, the group have developed their first on-campus event of the year – Smile for Mental Health.

Taking place during Summerfest, on Tuesday 22nd of March from 7:30 to 9pm at the Central 1 Lecture Theatre, Clayton Campus, the event will provide a scorching selection of stand-up comedy with a unique twist from some of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s finest acts.

Our headline performers will be the much loved Sammy J (with his good friend Randy), and Damien Power as MC, with support from award winning comedians Laura Davis, David Rose, Jonathan Schuster and Naomi Higgins, this is an evening spectacle that is simply not to be missed. Curated by Monash University’s Mental Health Champions, the purpose of this event is to have a meaningful conversation about mental health, and have a smile doing so.

Staff and Students are encouraged to purchase tickets here.