The
Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) is committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. In keeping with the requirements of the
Disability Discrimination Act (1992),
FaHCSIA seeks to apply the principle of reasonable adjustment to remove barriers to participation in work by people with disability. Reasonable adjustments will be made to enable appropriately skilled people with disabilities to perform the inherent requirements of their positions.
This policy applies to, but is not limited to, the following areas:
- Recruitment, selection, and appointment
- Induction and orientation
- Participation in projects and committees
- Training and career development
- Performance management
- Opportunities to enjoy all FaHCSIA supported social or recreational activities
- Promotion, transfer, or any other employment benefit