Toolkit provides information on how to attract, hire, support neurodivergent employees in Australia
The Victorian Public Sector Commission has published a new employment toolkit to guide employers on how to hire and retain neurodivergent employees.
The toolkit covers a variety of topics on neurodiversity, including employment-related subjects such as:
"This toolkit provides simple, clear, and practical information on how to attract, hire, and support neurodivergent employees in the public sector," the commission said in a statement.
"Advice in the toolkit is helpful for all managers and employees and will promote a neurodivergent-friendly workplace."
The Australian Public Service's 2024 consensus found that 8.8% of its respondents considered themselves to be neurodivergent.
However, recent research has shown that organisations are failing to provide a sustainable environment for neurodivergent individuals, leading to higher turnover rates for this group of employees.
The average neurodivergent Australian is only able to stay in a role for 4.4 years, much shorter than the 9.1 years for neurotypical Australians.
"Neurodivergent people can face barriers to gaining and keeping employment. In many cases, simple changes can reduce or remove these barriers," the commission said in a statement. "The key to success for neurodivergent employees is a supportive workplace, manager, and team."
