National Disability Coordination Officer Programme

National Disability Coordination Officer Programme

List of resources developed or enhanced by NDCOs

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Disability Education and Employment News
(contact NDCO for a copy) / A roughly fortnightly national newsletter for the Disability Education and Employment sectors. / Postsecondary / National / NDCO – Region 1, covering Sydney region
Vera Laptev

phone: (02) 9036-3610
NDCO Region 1 website / Information on:
•Generic Resources
•ADHC Post-School Programs
•Apprenticeships
•TAFE
•University
•Employment Toolkit
•University Career Toolkit
•Staff Toolkit
•Mental Health
•Adapted Technology
•Discussion Lists / anybody / NSW / NDCO – Region 1, covering Sydney region
Vera Laptev

phone: (02) 9036-3610
NDCO Region 2 website / Information on:
•Generic Resources
•Disability Services
•Apprenticeships
•TAFE
•University
•Employment Services
•University
•Mental Health Services
•Adapted Technology / anybody / Region 2 specific / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Working Together: Disability Awareness for University Staff
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Manual for Academics

This manual was adapted from Region 6 to assist university staff in their interactions with students with a disability. Topics include inclusive teaching, practical issues, disclosure, attitudes, policy, case studies, where to get assistance, resources. Resource is a collaborative project between university staff and the NDCO / Higher Education However, principles and practices discussed relate to all teaching in the post-secondary sector / Region 2 specific but adaptable to other states / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
NDCO New England/North West Facebook page /

Social Networking Web Resource

Created to provide an interactive and dynamic interface with the NDCO Programme, and includes event and discussion pages, and links to a range of resources / All Sectors / Region 2 specific / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Creating Diversity in Your Workplace
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

A3 Poster

Poster developed to highlight disability and mental health services and assistance available for employers and employees. / Employers, Employees and DES Providers / National / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Disability Awareness:
Obvious and Hidden Disabilities
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Power Point Presentation

A presentation developed in conjunction between NDCO and TAFE New England on how certain disabilities may impact on a person’s ability to study or learn / All sectors / National / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Working Together
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Power Point Presentation

A presentation developed in conjunction between NDCO and University of New England Special Needs Unit on:
•“What is a Disability”
•The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)
•The Disability Standards in Education (DSE)
•The UNE Special Needs Office
•Specific Disabilities / Higher Education
However, principles and practices discussed relate to all teaching in the post-secondary sector / Region 2 specific but adaptable to other states / NDCO - Region 2, covering New England and North West Region NSW.
Lloyd Gris

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Positive Interactions with people with a disability
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Handout

A 12 page handout developed in conjunction between NDCO and TAFE New England on how to interact with people with differing disabilities, strategies for effective communication, “tips to break down invisible barriers” and “watching what you say” / All sectors / National / Lloyd Gris
Region 2 – New England and North West Region NSW.

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
Engaging Indigenous people with Disabilities
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Power Point Presentation

A presentation originally developed by NDCO program (2008), currently updated to reflect current statistics and information, on how to engage with Indigenous people, the issues they face and practical solutions. / All sectors / National / Lloyd Gris
Region 2 – New England and North West Region NSW.

ph. (02) 6773 2130
Mob. 0437315338
EduApps - one page promotional flyer / This is a one page promotional flyer for the free assistive technology programs available / Students, Education providers / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
School Vs Uni Vs Tafe - What's the Difference
(contact NDCO for a copy) / An information sheet looking at the differences between School, University and TAFE - Adapted document / Students, Employers, Service Providers / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Jargon explained - list of common acronyms
(contact NDCO for a copy) / This information sheet provides a list of common acronyms used in education and disability services and their definitions. / Students, Employers, Service Providers / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
NSW NDCOs - How can we help
(contact NDCO for a copy) / Information sheet/flyer on the NDCO program in NSW including contact information / Students, Employers, Service Providers (all stakeholders) / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Sydney NDCOs - How can we help / Information sheet/flyer on the NDCO program in NSW including contact information / Students, Employers, Service Providers (all stakeholders) / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Get Ready for Uni website promotional postcard
(contact NDCO for a copy) / A postcard resource giving information about the NDCO Get Ready for Uni website / Students, Graduates / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Staying the Course / A reference guide for educators on retaining students with disabilities in post-secondary education / Educators, Service providers / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Employers Toolkit on Disability Disclosure / A series of 8 information sheets on Disability Disclosure including:
•What is Disability
•Things to do when an applicant or employee discloses a disability or medical condition
•Things to do when an applicant discloses a disability of medical condition during or before a job interview
•Things to do when an applicant or employee discloses a disability or medical condition during a disciplinary process
•What are inherent requirement at work?
•What are workplace adjustments?
Quick Facts about DDA and OH and S for employers
•Sharing Disability in Workplaces / Employers / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Diagram - Employers Disclosure Summary / Diagram of Employer responsibilities and strategies when an applicant or employee discloses a disability / Employers / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Brochure for Employers and Managers
(contact NDCO for a copy) / A tri-fold marketing brochure on the services provided by WSNDCO for Employers and Managers / Employers and Managers / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Communicating effectively with people with disabilities / Information sheet on communicating effectively with people with disabilities / Employers, Service Providers, Educators / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Looking for work handout
(contact NDCO for a copy) / Information on different services/agencies to assist people with disability find and maintain employment / People with disability looking for work / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Disability Employment Services (DES) Providers handout / Information about DES (who they are/what they do) and how to get connected with a local DES / People with disability looking for work / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Get Ready for Uni Resources
(contact NDCO for a copy) / This information kit is a 'kick start' for high school students with disability thinking about going to uni. The 14 handouts are based on the FAQ section on the 'Get Ready' website and include information on:
•Accommodation Options
•Career Direction
•Community Support
•Disability Liaison Officers (DLOs)
•Educational Access Scheme (EAS0
•Entry Pathways
•Income Support
•Know your disability
•Practical things
•Scholarships
•Transport
•Campus and Uni Features
•Get Ready URL's
•Getting skilled up for Uni / Students / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
TAFE step by step / Information for transition to TAFE NSW for Students with Disabilities. / Students / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Information for Prospective University students with disability / Information sheet with a checklist for students interested in tertiary education. / Students / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Transition support / This information sheet for students looks at where you can get more information on disability provisions in the transition from school to Uni, TAFE, RTOs or in the workplace. / Students / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Western and South Western Sydney NDCO's - How can we help / Information sheet/flyer on the NDCO program in Western Sydney, NSW and services provided including contact information / Students, Employers, Service Providers (all stakeholders) / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Get Ready for Study and Work: Five Major Tips Pocket-Wallet resource
(contact NDCO for a copy) / A pocket-wallet sized resource with five major tips to help young people get ready for further study or training after school - a ready reference "cheat sheet"! / Young people with a disability or chronic medical condition; resource also useful for staff supporting this group and for Uni/TAFE Disability staff to provide to prospective students / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Get Ready Guidebook for Parents / A workbook to enable Parents to become engaged and support the transition of their child from school / Parents
Carers
Advocates / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Support in tertiary education and work for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a health condition or disability / Links and information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are need support for a disability or chronic health condition in employment or tertiary education / Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a health condition or disability / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Career Toolbox / A collection of useful links for career pathways and support services / Job seekers
School Students / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Resources for RTO’s / Web-based resources to assist Registered Training Organisations to support students with disability, including learning disabilities, chronic medical conditions and mental illness. / RTOs / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Missed Business guide / A guide to encourage employers to consider the benefits of employing staff with disability / Employers / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Disability Resources in Community Languages / A guide to links and information for people with a disability in community languages / ESL / NSW / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
Scoop it – South Western Sydney and Western Sydney / Online newsletter and curation of articles and information relevant to the programme objectives / All stakeholders / National / NDCOs – Regions 4 and 5 covering South Western and Western Sydney
Nicole Ison

(02) 4620 3246
Gillian Hilt

(02) 4620 3175
Bernard Sobiesiak

(02) 9678 7376
NDCO Hunter-Central Coast Facebook page /

Social Networking Web Resource

Created to provide an interactive and dynamic interface with the NDCO Programme / All Sectors / Region 6 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Hunter-Central Coast-Taree Moving-On Guide /

Transition Directory

Comprehensive transition guide with information, links and resources for students and people with disability moving from school to adult life. Contains all post-school services/contacts. 200-pages updated annually. / All Sectors / Region 6 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Getting Prepared for the NDIS /

Handout

Information on services and support when preparing for the NDIS / All Sectors / Region 6 Hunter NDIS NSW trial site specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDIS: Observations from a trial site /

PowerPoint Presentation - PDF

Provides a snapshot of the impact of the NDIS in the NSW trial site. Links to factsheets, videos, and details on what the NDIS is.
Online and electronic / All sectors / Observations relate to Region 6 - scheme is same nationally / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Hunter-Central Coast-North Coast Disability Employment Advisory Group Brochure
(contact NDCO for a copy) / Brochure
Promotes the regional employment strategy for people with disability to employers / Employers / Region 6 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Get Students Ready for Life After School
(contact NDCO for a copy) / Transition Poster
Adapted from NDCO UWS version
Information for school staff about post school supports / School staff / Region 6 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Employ Outside the Box - A Resource for Employers /

Web Resource

Provides links to resources, networks and supports when employing people with disability / Employers / Region 6 specific – most linked resources national / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
Job Seeker Handouts –
Hunter
Central Coast /

Handout

Information and contacts for regional employment services / All Sectors / Region 6 and 7 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
The Pathways
Hunter-Central Coast
North Coast /

Handout

Flow chart of pathways for students and people with disability / All Sectors / Region 6 and 7 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
Stay in the Loop! /

Handout

How to connect to your NDCO and regional networks, including additional social media platforms / All Sectors / Regions 6 and 7 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
All Things NDCO… /

Online newsletter

Includes topical information, resources, news, events, and government/provider updates relevant to programme objectives / All stakeholders / Focus on Hunter-Central Coast-North Coast / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
Accessing the Future: Flash Drive Resource (and AccessApps Kit) /

USB

USB developed to compliment inclusive technology conferences/workshops convened by NDCO Regions 6 and 7. Contains a range of technology and resources. Accompanying kit contains additional resources / All Sectors / USB was distributed to NDCOs nationally. AccessApps Kit Region 6 and 7 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
Staff Toolkit
(contact NDCO for a copy) /

Web Resource

A comprehensive Toolkit for staff working with people with a disability. Covers topics such as:
•Staff Training
•Staff E-Lists
•Central points for regional information
•I have questions or need resources
•I'm assisting students or people with a disability plan their next step
•Disability Awareness
•Inclusive Teaching
•Assistive Technology
•Accessibility Guides
•What is a Disability
•Summary of What's Available in our Region / All Sectors / Regions 6 and 7 specific / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
Transition Factsheets
(contact NDCO for a copy) / Factsheets
1 - Planning Life After School - Where Do I Start?
2 - The Pathways
3 - Uni Entry Pathways in Brief
4 - Educational Access Scheme - special consideration uni entry
5 - How to Find an Apprenticeship/Traineeship
6 - Summary CP & TTW services
7 - Steps to Finding Employment
8 - Step-By-Step: Accessing Employment Services / All Sectors / NSW / NDCO - Region 6, covering Hunter-Central Coast
Kay Dean

(02) 4921 8844
NDCO Region 7, covering North Coast
Cynthia Fitzpatrick

0428 394125
Student Stories - success at uni! /

Web Resource