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What we do

At Vision Australia, we believe every individual has the right to meaningful employment.

That’s why we offer holistic, personalised support to people who are blind or have low vision, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence for a successful career.

With decades of experience and a deep understanding of working with vision loss, we offer:

  • Expertise in employment and vision-specific services.
  • Access to the latest assistive technology.
  • Tailored support that balances life skills, wellbeing, and career development.

As a registered provider of disability employment services, we can connect you with programs like JobAccess and Work Assist to help you succeed.

How we can help you

We’re with you every step of the way. We offer personalised support to help you find and thrive in a role that matches your skills, passions and ambitions.

Our team can assist you with the following:

  • Preparation: Building confidence and job readiness with training in independent navigation, personal presentation and wellbeing.
  • The job search: Stand out in your job applications with expert guidance on resume writing and interview preparation. Gain self-advocacy skills to communicate your strengths.
  • Workplace adjustments: Settle into your role with support for workplace adjustments, assistive technology advice, and disability awareness training for your colleagues. 

You have the skills, talent and drive to build a meaningful career. Vision Australia provides the tools and guidance to help you achieve your goals. 

Building your skills and confidence

Our team is here to coach and support you in building the skills and confidence needed for success in your career.

We understand how important it is to feel confident and independent when getting to and around your workplace. Our specialists work with you to develop personalised strategies, including safe travel routes and tools like white canes or other mobility aids, so you can navigate with ease.

Feeling prepared and confident starts with how you present yourself. We provide coaching on everything from dressing for success to effective communication, helping you make a strong first impression in any professional setting.

Technology can be a powerful tool for independence at work. Our experts will guide you in using the latest assistive devices and software, ensuring you’re equipped to handle workplace tasks efficiently and effectively.

We’ll help you develop practical skills for thriving in your workplace, whether it’s setting up your workstation, understanding workplace culture, or communicating your needs with colleagues and supervisors.

At Vision Australia, we focus on empowering you to take charge of your career with the right skills, tools and support – every step of the way.

Success stories

Christopher Sims is a call centre associate at Dun & Bradstreet. Christopher has been blind since birth, and reached out for assistance from Vision Australia when seeking employment.

“Vision Australia has supported me in two areas while obtaining employment,” he says.

“Firstly, that of providing customised scripts to allow correct interpretation of our software screens by my screen reading software, and secondly, through the application and interview process.

“I enjoy what I do, and really like my job.”

“My Vision Australia employment consultant helped me get in contact with a company I’d worked for indirectly for many years. Then told them about the adjustments they could make so I could do the job.” 

— James, Vision Australia client

Real stories

Helping James keep his job

James faced challenges as a health and safety officer when his vision deteriorated, but with Vision Australia’s help, he stayed in his chosen field.  

We supported James with resume updates, job applications, helping employers understand workplace adjustments, and financial support.

Read James’ story

Adult braille training

Braille literacy is a vital skill for people who are blind or have low vision. Not only can the ability to read and write by touch improve a person’s ability to access information and increase their sense of independence, but it can also improve their employment opportunities.

Even with the vast array of assistive technologies available today, braille is still an incredibly useful tool in the workplace. An understanding of braille can help open more doors for job seekers, especially in fields that require reading, writing or the use of numbers.

Learn more about adult braille training
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Technology and products

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Enhance your confidence at work with the latest assistive technology, designed to support your communication, organisation, and mobility.

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Assistive technology

We have the latest tech and tools in stock for productivity and workplace efficiency.

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Screen readers

We have a range of software available that magnifies and reads on-screen content aloud for easy access.

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Navigation products

Our range of aids and products can help you travel and commute safely and securely.

Frequently asked questions

Give us a call on 1300 847 466 and we can discuss your eligibility for funding through programs like DES, NDIS, and JobAccess.

We can help you make workplace adjustments, improve your environment, and access training and tools to keep you on track in your role.

Some services are government-funded, while others may have costs. We’ll guide you in finding funding options like the NDIS to cover these expenses.

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