Funding for work-related adjustments

Assistive Technology and Equipment Program

Assistive Technology and Equipment Program (ATEP) is a NSW government initiative to provide funding for assistive technology or other appropriate equipment for people with a disability employed in the NSW public sector or entering or seeking to enter the NSW public sector that will enhance and expand their opportunities to fully participate in vocational training, employment and career development and seeking equipment over the value of $750.

ATEP is not intended to replace an employer's responsibility to provide reasonable adjustments.

For further information:email ATEP@det.nsw.edu.au or telephone 02 9244 5478 or 02 4570 9025.

Workplace Modifications Scheme

Job Access provides funding assistance and advice for provision of workplace adjustments to accommodate a worker with disability.

The Workplace Modifications Scheme pays for the costs involved in modifying the workplace or purchasing special or adaptive equipment for eligible employees with disability. It is also available to existing employees if they have had a change in duties, career progression, change in disability and/or a new modification becomes available that would increase their productivity.

There is no restriction to the types of modifications that can be approved under the Scheme, as long as each application meets the eligibility criteria. The WorkplaceModifications Scheme Guidelines provide examples of workplace modifications and adjustments. As assistance is specific to the needs of the particular job and employee with disability, items not included in the guidelines will also be considered for reimbursement.

Go to the Workplace Modifications Scheme website for more information or contact the JobAccess Advisers on 1800 464 800