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News update

15/04/2021

NDIA National Provider Forums

The NDIA has organised a series of Provider Forums around Australia.

News update

14/04/2021

National Disability Employment Strategy Consultation Paper released

DSS has released a consultation paper on the Federal Government's National Disability Employment Strategy which will complement the new National Disability Strategy.

In the media

12/04/2021

2GB Radio: Thousands of vulnerable Australians waiting on COVID-19 jab

Deborah Knight spoke to NDS CEO David Moody about the impacts the COVID-19 vaccine delays have had on the disability sector.
Policy
Resources
Resources

Proposed new wage structure for the Supported Employment Services Award

NDS has developed an infographic setting out the key elements and implementation timeframe of the FWC’s proposed wages framework for supported employment.

Resources

NSW Worker Screening: What you need to know

NDS were joined by Michael Rosmalen, Director NDIS Worker Check, NSW Office of the Children's Guardian for an overview of the NDISWC application process.

Resources

Outcomes with Burke and Beyond

Burke and Beyond share their Next Step transition program which focuses on working with groups of young people, in gaining necessary life skills to be a part of their community.
Events & Training
NDS Member Meeting

State of the Disability Sector Report: A Queensland perspective

Location: Queensland (Online)

Event start date: 16/04/2021

A members-only event to discuss the similarities and differences between Queensland and national data collected as part of the State of the Disability Sector Report 2020.

Scheduled Training

The Art of Support Coordination

Location: Perth

Event start date: 20/04/2021 to 21/04/2021

This is a practical workshop for existing, new and aspiring Support Coordinators to learn about the Art of Support Coordination.

Special Event

SME Sundowner Event

Location: Perth

Event start date: 20/04/2021

NDS is delighted to invite WA members to a sundowner event exclusively for small to medium providers.

Latest Resources

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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COVID-19 Hub Home Member only resources

COVID-19 Vaccine Health Department Advice NDIA & NDIS Commission Free eLearning Workplace & Business advice People with disability & CALD Victorian COVID-19 Response

NDS's Coronavirus hub is a collection of resources, information and advice from across Australian governments, agencies and our members. We urge all providers to stay abreast of information, noting that advice may change as the situation develops.

This information should be considered in the context of formal advice given through the Federal and State Health Authorities. Each organisation will need an individualised response that reflects the risks, size and types of supports they provide.

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Australian Government has announced a COVID-19 Vaccine National rollout plan which will be delivered in phases beginning with aged care and disability care residents and staff. NDS's policy position on the vaccine was confirmed by the NDS Board on 11 February 2021.

NDS Policy Position: COVID-19 Vaccine [PDF]

NDS Policy Position: COVID-19 Vaccine [Word]

Current Status

Keep up to date on the current status of the Australian Government response to COVID-19 including restrictions to movement and closures.

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