About this adjustment
Access to therapy or counselling services during work hours is a crucial accommodation for employees experiencing health conditions. Providing employees with the ability to attend therapy or counselling sessions during their workday ensures they can receive the mental health support they need without compromising their job responsibilities.
This accommodation is especially beneficial for employees who may find it challenging to manage their mental health outside of work hours or for those who need regular sessions to maintain their well-being. By offering access to mental health services during work hours, employers demonstrate their commitment to employee well-being, and it can improve job satisfaction, reduce absenteeism, and increase productivity.
Access to therapy or counselling services during work hours is an essential accommodation for employees with health conditions. By offering this flexibility, employers create a supportive work environment that promotes mental well-being, reduces absenteeism, and enhances job satisfaction. This accommodation fosters a more inclusive workplace, where employees feel supported in managing their mental health while maintaining their professional responsibilities.
Costs and funding
The costs associated with providing access to therapy or counselling services during work hours can vary depending on the specific services provided. However, there are several funding options and employer-supported initiatives available to help reduce these costs.
The costs associated with therapy can be covered through a combination of employer support, government funding, and health insurance options. Various funding sources, such as the NDIS, Employment Assistance Fund, and Medicare, can help reduce the financial burden on both employees and employers.
Resources
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS):
- JobAccess:
- AtWork Australia
- Support to get work items
- Supported Wage System
- Wage subsidies - Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, Australian Government
- Disability employment resources for employers and people with disability
- People with disability | Australian Taxation Office.
- N.S.W Funding Workplace Adjustments
- Australian Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)
- VIC.GOV.AU
- Queensland Government.
- Employment of people with a Disability.
- Funding to improve the inclusion and participation of people with disability.
- NT.GOV.AU.
- Find a Disability Employment Service Provider | Job Access