As announced in a previous bulletin HERE, the PSA welcomed the recent announcement of additional funding to support the fantastic work you all do in keeping the community safe and reducing recidivism by creating approximately 140 new ongoing roles. It is because of our collective strength through members like you that we are able to advocate so effectively. Last week, PSA representatives spoke to the…
Workers Compensation has been a long standing issue for Prison Officers since it was changed in 2012. There is currently a review regarding Workers Compensation in the Department of Communities and Justice. The PSA has been part of the review process. The review is not about changing the Act but about how DCJ can better support staff, how the insurer can do better and overall…
Following the recent School Psychologist delegate elections, the PSA wishes to advise that three delegates have been elected to the School Psychologist Vocational Advisory Group: PSA DELEGATE SCHOOL REGION CONTACT Erin Kremer Chifley College, Dunheved Campus Sydney Metro Alicia Rowan Buninyong Public School Regional NSW Ben Bramston Kingscliff High School Regional NSW The School Psychologist Vocational Advisory Group will meet alongside…
PSA Delegates have raised concerns about directions and information by management to staff around the taking of sick leave and when evidence should be required. The following is a short FAQ for members on some common issues around sick leave and a reminder to all PSA members that if you are unsure about what you are being asked to do that you should contact the…
The PSA will be holding another round of online meetings to brief members on the latest updates regarding the Strategy Policy and Commissioning reform and the improvements the PSA has been able to negotiate. Thank you to those members that attended the previous briefings, your feedback was invaluable and informed the PSA discussions with DCJ. Please note that the Department has authorised your attendance at…
