Employment

Follow the links below to find information on health issues associated with being employed, whether paid or unpaid, and workplace health.

Reviewed April 2008

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Title:   Breastfeeding-friendly workplace accreditation: information booklet
Publisher:   Australian Breastfeeding Association
Description:   In response to an ever-growing number of women returning to work shortly after the birth of their baby, the Australian Breastfeeding Association has developed Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace Accreditation to assist employers, unions and governments to formulate policies to support breastfeeding women in the workplace.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Workplace bullying
Publisher:   Mental Health Association NSW
Description:   Workplace bullying is a serious health and safety hazard. This factsheet discusses signs of bullying, effects, what can be done, and where to get help.
Date:   Apr 2005
Title:   Breastfeeding and work
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   About 10 per cent of mothers stop breastfeeding because of work commitments. However, it is possible for a woman to return to work and still breastfeed her baby.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Problem people
Publisher:   DepressioNet
Description:   Whatever you do, on whatever scale, there will always be people who have the power to affect you and your goals.
Date:   Aug 2008
Title:   Do you have to tell your employer you have depression?
Publisher:   beyondblue
Description:   Rights, responsibilities and practical advice about telling your employer about your depression, anxiety or related disorder.
Date:   Jan 2006
Title:   Asperger syndrome and adults
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Asperger syndrome is one of the autism spectrum disorders. Affected adults may experience a range of problems, including difficulties in negotiating sexual relationships and finding a suitable job.
Date:   May 2007
Title:   Work - starting a career - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A range of questions on starting a career. Our experts provide the answers.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Work - part time casual and full time - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A range of questions on part time, casual, freelance and full time work. Our experts provide the answers.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Work - career change - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A range of questions on career change. Our experts provide the answers.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Career management
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A career generally means a progression in a particular field. The progression may be in many different directions. Some people are unable to effectively manage their careers because previous choices have left them few options. This may be because they have not continued to build their skills.
Date:   Jul 2007
Title:   Work - getting a promotion - Q & A
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A range of questions on promotion at work. Our experts provide the answers.
Date:   Sep 2006
Title:   Can you return to work and still breastfeed?
Publisher:   Australian Breastfeeding Association
Description:   Many mothers are successfully combining work and breastfeeding. Our work environment continues to change, as many more women return to the work force.
Date:   Jun 2003
Title:   Arthritis: adapting for the workplace
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   You may already be working, need to look for a new job or have been ill for a while and want to re-join the workforce. If you have arthritis, find out how an occupational therapist could help you achieve your full potential at work.
Date:   Jul 2006
Title:   Interventions in the workplace to support breastfeeding for women in employment
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Breastfeeding is beneficial for mothers and their infants. However, working mothers may return to work early after giving birth for various reasons. If not supported by their employers, they can be separated from their babies, have difficulty expressing...
Date:   Apr 2007
Title:   Breastfeeding - a new baby
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Breastfeeding is a very special time for both mother and baby and it is good for the health of babies and their mothers as well.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Media release. Aged care police checks - in place as early as January 1
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   The Australian Government plans to introduce police checks for all nursing home staff - as early as January 1, 2009.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Medical labour force 1999
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Description:   This report presents the most comprehensive and authoritative demographic and labour force statistics available on the medical profession in Australia.
Date:   Feb 2003
Title:   Population ageing and the economy
Publisher:   Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care
Description:   Contains information relating to positive and healthy ageing, work and later life planning and health and care.
Date:   Mar 2001
Title:   Veterans' Vocational Rehabilitation Scheme (VVRS)
Publisher:   Commonwealth Department of Veterans' Affairs
Description:   The Veterans' Vocational Rehabilitation Scheme (VVRS) operated by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), helps eligible veterans, with or without a disability, who need special assistance to obtain or hold suitable paid employment.
Title:   Work options
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to family-friendly workplace policies, and to talking to your employer about your return to work.
Date:   Aug 2006
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