PSA Members Bulletin - icare

Premiers Christmas Closedown The PSA understands that icare is very keen for staff to take leave over the Christmas – New Year period in line with the Premiers Memorandum M2019-03 Christmas Closedown NSW Premier’s Memorandum The Premiers Christmas closedown for 2021-22 is from 27 December 2021 through to 7 January 2022. The PSA does not object to the Christmas Closedown and we would certainly encourage…

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POVB COVID Bulletin

COVID Positive Staff Unfortunately, we have had several staff test COVID positive from either community transmission or through work. Welfare officer Trish O’Brien has been in contact with the majority of affected staff. If there is anything that any affected members need, do not hesitate in contacting Trish or one of the State Executive and we will do everything we can to assist them. Inmate…

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Community Services and Housing announce mandatory vaccination timeframes

Members would be aware of the Deputy Secretaries' update distributed last Thursday regarding timeframes for vaccination requirements for Community Services and Housing (CS & Housing) staff. This direction follows the risk assessment process conducted by CS & Housing, as required by the relevant Department of Premier and Cabinet Circular. You can view that Circular HERE. Your representatives on the group have stressed that keeping members…

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Know Your Rights – Recruitment practices

We know it has been a tough year and hope all members have the opportunity to take a moment to reflect on the outstanding contribution you made to NSW by keeping the Courts open. We know that you’re under workload strain at the moment, particularly if you are working in areas subject to additional restrictions. Part of being there for our members is sharing information.…

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Rural Fire Service: Remember to vote on the award proposals!

Last week we sent out an email to canvass members on their thoughts moving forward with the RFS award. You can see the bulletin HERE. This is your chance to have your say, as we rely on our membership to guide the direction we move in. The Survey closes this Friday, and can be found HERE. If you have further questions or wish to get…

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