Another door to employment opportunities for people with disability just opened, with the official launch of “The Field”. The Field was developed by Get Skilled Access and is funded by the Department of Social Services with the objective of closing the employment gap for people with disability. Their website acknowledges that…

“Employment equality for people with disability has not changed in over 28 years. Despite the widely documented skills shortage in Australia, over 500,000 working-age people with disability are currently actively looking for work.”

Whether you are a job seeker or an employer, The Field’s freshly minted website provides you the opportunity to find work, or to connect with job seekers. The website uses a unique AI algorithm to find matches between job seekers and employers for specific opportunities posted on the site. When building the site…

We took inspiration from dating sites and job boards, and collaborated with people with disability across different demographics, ages and backgrounds. We met with organisations of all sizes, with government and advisory groups, and gathered as many insights as we could. We prioritised accessible features, and designed and tested accessibility from start to finish. And we created a ground-breaking digital employment platform that will open up a marketplace of untapped talent and level the playing field in the employment exchange.

The Field also encourages employers to ‘level up’ by allowing them to showcase their commitment to equity and inclusivity through merit badges which are earned through completing learning workshops.

In many respects, it could be argued that The Field isn’t just a job posting platform. It is the disruptor needed to bridge the gap of disability employment. If you are a job seeker or an employer, visit The Field to find out more.