OUR RESEARCH
‘Systematic underpayment’ of community workers is leaving them on the edge report finds.
One in three frontline workers in essential social and community services are relying on financial support from family and friends due to their employment being underclassified and underpaid, a landmark new report has revealed.
Australia’s largest-ever study of pay and conditions in the social and community services sector, released by the Australian Services Union and the University of New South Wales today, has revealed that half of the workforce is being paid below their qualifications, skills, and level of experience.
Recognition and respect for community and disability workers is crucial to building a sustainable workforce.
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