Find the right employee today

Enquire today Success stories

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand you probably have a lot of questions or have heard a lot of common myths about hiring someone with disability so we’ve compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions and myths to give you a better understanding of how we operate, and what to expect.

• Will hiring someone with disability will require a lot of work?

  Absolutely untrue. Our mission is to make hiring someone with disability as easy as possible for you. We’ll do all the recruiting – we screen, interview and shortlist candidates to save your time. We’ll also provide any required equipment for free, and if you’d like, we’ll provide free staff training for your team so they understand how to work with someone with disability. All you have to do is tell us what you’re looking for in a candidate and we’ll do the rest.

• Is this going to cost me a lot of money?

  Nope – not a cent. In fact it’s the opposite – you may qualify for a government subsidy of up to $10,000. WISE is funded by the Australian Government DES program. We exist because the government understands how important it is to include people with disability in the workplace. So you won’t have to worry about any of the costs. Read more about DES.

• I’m worried about how my staff will react

  We know there’s a lot of stigma around hiring someone with disability and that’s why we provide free training for all your staff members – so that they know how to work with their new colleagues. We’ll also be on call at any time to ensure you and your team have all the support you need.

• Do I have to buy specialised equipment?

  Nope, that’s on us. We’ll provide everything you and your future employee will need. In the past, WISE has installed voice-activated lifts for the blind, and provided specialised computer equipment. We offer a comprehensive range of Occupational Rehabilitation services including: injury management and return to work (RTW) services, activities of daily living assessment, workstation assessments, vocational and psychological services.

  We’ll do whatever it takes to ensure your WISE employees have what they need to start a fulfilling career.

• How do I support someone with disability?

  By giving them a shot and hiring them. Our job seekers are eager to start and stay in work. That’s why you’ll find they’ll take less sick and annual leave days. Employment has given our clients a sense of inclusion, security, social life and fulfilment. Read Jonathon’s story.

• Why is your service free?

  Sounds too good to be true right? We’re funded by the Australian government under the Disability Employment Services (DES) recruitment and employment initiative.

• What if something bad happens?

  We understand that you may have this fear – but don’t worry, you’ll be assigned a WISE employment consultant that will prepare you for any circumstances that may arise. They’ll also be available at any time – for whatever you need.

• What other workplaces have hired someone with disability?

  We don’t mean to brag but we’ve got some pretty big names under our belt including McDonald’s, Winc, Dominos, Staples and ANZ.

• I’ve had a bad experience hiring someone with disability before.

  Everyone deserves a second chance. And when you work with WISE, you’ll have a dedicated consultant who will listen to your concerns (past and present) and ensure that you feel confident and happy about hiring someone with disability.

  A McDonald’s Owner shares how 10% of his workforce are people with disability.

• How will WISE help my company?

  Excellent question – here’s a summary of all the ways we support you:

  • We’ll take a consultative approach and meet with you to learn about your business, employee needs, and available positions.
  • We recruit, screen, interview and shortlist candidates to save your time.
  • We advise on important employment matters, like induction programs, buddying, mentoring, flexible work environments and training.
  • If we identify skills gaps, we can coordinate your new staff members’ training to make sure they are the perfect fit for your business.
  • We provide workplace relations and human resources management advice, and liaise with you and your worker’s support network (e.g. GP, health services and/or family) if required.
• What happens when I become a registered employer?

  As soon as you sign up, a WISE representative will be in touch. They’ll organise to meet you in person to learn about your company, the available positions and what you’re looking for in an employee. After this, they’ll start the recruitment process. As soon as a job candidate has been placed, we’ll offer you post-placement employer support to make sure you, your team and your new employee are happy together, long term.