Members in Service NSW: Whistleblowing

The PSA has had several reports from members. If these observations are correct, these incidents could amount to maladministration within Service NSW. The PSA would like to give members information on how to best address these issues using the Public Interest Disclosures Act 1994. Making a Public Interest Disclosure (PID) is more commonly known as whistleblowing.  The Act provides protections for whistleblowers.  It is important…

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Psychologists, Services & Programs Staff transfer to Community Corrections: Next Steps

Following the Community Corrections all members meeting discussing the transfer of Psychologists and Service & Program Officers to Community Corrections locations, we request any questions, concerns or suggestions be sent to us so that they can be raised with the Department as part of the ongoing consultation process. We have also been advised by CSNSW that a ‘Change Management Plan’ will be available mid-April. Please…

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We are here to support you

It has brought to PSA attention that a recent article in the Guardian has caused concern in your workplace. A friendly reminder from your PSA comrades to comply with State Library policies and procedures. There are obligations and expectations for Public Service Employees when speaking publicly about their organisations whether that be via social media or directly to a media outlet. Employees as individual members…

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WHS Essentials, Bullying and Mental Health training coming to Broken Hill

 Is your employer doing the right thing in WHS… do you want a better understanding of WHS in your workplace? Do you know what HSRs are? Do you understand where Bullying and Mental Health fit in the WHS space? More to learn?  Then come along to union training. We have 2 training days coming up in Broken Hill…you can register for one day or both.…

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Births,Deaths & Marriages (BDM) - Chippendale office relocation

The PSA has been notified that a lease has been signed for BDM’s future premises at 50-52 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont. The move will happen later this year and while not a new building, the department has stated that the Pyrmont space will be accessible, clean and fit-for-purpose. It will meet Government accommodation standards and policies and suit the needs of the business. The consultation period…

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