Regional and Outer Metropolitan Branch consultation members’ meetings

The PSA has organised a number of Microsoft Teams meetings for its members in RMS/TfNSW to discuss the information presented at the Evolving Transport consultation briefings. Details are as follows: ROM – Chief Customer Office members’ meeting Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2020 Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm To join, please use the link HERE. ROM – Community and Place members’ meeting Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2020 Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm…

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Survey for members in Community Services

To better understand the mental health and stress impacts of COVID-19 on frontline staff, the PSA, in collaboration with Charles Sturt University’s Workforce Wellness Research Unit, has developed a survey for members in Community Services within the Department of Communities and Justice. Full information regarding the research: any possible risks, expected benefits, confidentiality and ethics is included in the Participant Information Sheet HERE. Please keep…

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Don’t miss out! Register now for the virtual launch of the Safe Staff Safe Kids campaign

Don’t miss out on this important PSA virtual event. The Safe Staff Safe Kids Campaign calls on the NSW Government and Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) to implement systems and support that genuinely address the issues you face in the workplace. Register to attend the launch of Safe Staff Safe Kids When: Oct 20, 2020 12:30pm Register in advance for this meeting HERE. After…

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Frank Baxter Youth Justice Centre safety issues

As key stakeholders in the safety and security of Frank Baxter, PSA Delegates Byron Hill and Glen Harwood were invited to participate in meeting with John Harrison, Director Custodial Corrections; Jeff Deal, Security and Intel; Darren Waring, Senior WHS Advisor; and members of Frank Baxter’s management team. This meeting was a result of PSA Delegates raising safety concerns for members and detainees at the most…

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Withdrawal of Senior Community Corrections Officer (SCCO) offers

The PSA has recently been contacted by a number of members who have had their offers of Senior Community Corrections Officer (SCCO) withdrawn in a letter dated 14 October 2020. This is despite the signed offers having an effective starting date in September. Progression to SCCO is an important career path step for members and it is deeply concerning that these offers have been withdrawn…

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