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11/08/2022
New Disability Employment Support Model Consultation Report released
NDS welcomes the long-awaited release of the report on a New Disability Employment Support Model following a public consultation process that ended in February.
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9/08/2022
Disability Ministers across Australia agreed that a return to the original objectives of the NDIS is needed to improve participant outcomes
At the second meeting of the Disability Reform Ministers Meeting since the election, Ministers focused on key issues impacting positive outcomes for people with disabilities and their families.
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9/08/2022
NDS Workforce Census report shows critical need for allied health workers
NDS has released its latest Workforce Census report, which has revealed alarming shortages and increasing staff turnover rates of allied health workers across the country.
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Member Webinar: Q and A with Minister Bill Shorten
NDS CEO Laurie Leigh asks Minister Shorten burning questions submitted by members. Questions covered workforce, SIL, employment, unregistered providers, funding plan cuts, over 65 eligibility, and more.
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Optimising your recovery from the pandemic - Orima presentation
Orima, one of Australia's largest research evaluation and data services company, presents their findings on the experiences of people with a disability and workforce sentiments throughout the pandemic.
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Access Tailored Employee Benefits Solutions
AccessPay provides specialised and tailored salary packaging and employee benefits services.
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Buddy Training: Workshops for disability organisations
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16/08/2022
This workshop will support staff to provide an excellent induction to new staff members, improve the client experience and NDIS Practice Standards.
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Behaviour Support Practitioners Community of Practice
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16/08/2022
Behaviour support providers from around Australia are welcome to join NDS’s BSP CoP - a place to connect with colleagues to discuss common issues, NDIS requirements, share resources and PD opportunities.
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Dignity of Risk and Duty of Care
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17/08/2022
NDS is offering this workshop as an opportunity for organisations to send staff to discuss supporting a client’s dignity and life-choices while meeting your duty of care.
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Disability Ministers across Australia agreed that a return to the original objectives of the NDIS is needed to improve participant outcomes
At the second meeting of the Disability Reform Ministers Meeting since the election, Ministers focused on key issues impacting positive outcomes for people with disabilities and their families.
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14/07/2022
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National COVID-19 Update: Extended fourth dose vaccination and antiviral treatments
Providers are encouraged to share extended vaccination dose eligibility as well as antiviral treatments widely available through GPs to reduce risk of poor COVID recovery.
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28/04/2022
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Royal Commission hears proposed findings regarding provider hearing
The RC held an oral submissions day as part of Public Hearing 20, which focused on two group homes run by Life Without Barriers, and included alleged incidents of sexual and physical assault, and neglect.
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13/04/2022
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Royal Commission considers supported employment policy settings and future
The third day of the hearing started with evidence given by a person who worked in supported employment (and with an advocacy organisation), followed with NDS, the NDIA and the Department of Social...
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12/04/2022
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Royal Commission questions supported employer on wages and support
The RC heard from a supported employment provider, Bedford, and more supported employees. Questions continued to focus on employee wages and rights.
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8/04/2022
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Preparing for winter and the impacts of influenza and COVID-19 - For disability service providers
Australia is expecting a challenging flu season combined with a potential increase in COVID-19 infections. It’s important that we make plans to ensure supports are in place throughout the coming months.
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28/03/2022
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National COVID-19 update: ATAGI recommends an additional booster dose for residents of disability care facilities
In efforts to minimise the impact of COVID-19 over winter, ATAGI has recommended an additional booster for certain at-risk groups including residents of disability care facilities.
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4/02/2022
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National COVID-19 Update: Rapid antigen tests to be distributed across high-risk NDIS disability accommodation settings
Minister Reynolds has announced that free RATs will be provided for SIL participants and workers to support the implementation of national AHPPC guidelines.
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21/01/2022
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National COVID-19 update: In-reach booster vaccination availability
Eligible disability service providers can now access in-reach COVID-19 vaccination programs.
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14/01/2022
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National COVID-19 Update: Access to Rapid Antigen Tests
NDS offers some practical advice for providers around access to Rapid Antigen Tests.
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