The Health and Allied Services Managers and Administrative Workers Enterprise Agreement 2021 (HASMAWEA 2021) is an agreement that outlines the terms and conditions of employment for health and allied services managers and administrative workers in Australia.
The agreement covers employees working in the health and community services sector, including hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. It sets out the minimum wage rates, work conditions, and entitlements for workers in this industry.
One of the main highlights of the HASMAWEA 2021 is the increase in wages for workers covered by the agreement. The new agreement provides for a pay rise of 2.5% per year over the life of the agreement, which runs from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2024. This increase in wages will be a welcome relief for many workers who have struggled with the rising cost of living in recent years.
In addition to the wage increases, the HASMAWEA 2021 also includes provisions for improved working conditions for health and allied services managers and administrative workers. For example, the agreement provides for greater flexibility in working arrangements, including the ability to work from home or work part-time.
Other key features of the agreement include provisions for leave entitlements, including sick leave, annual leave, and parental leave. The agreement also sets out the minimum notice periods for termination of employment, redundancy entitlements, and superannuation contributions.
The HASMAWEA 2021 was negotiated between the Health Services Union (HSU) and the Victorian Hospitals Industrial Association (VHIA) and was approved by the Fair Work Commission in August 2021. The agreement applies to workers in Victoria, but other states and territories may have similar agreements in place.
In conclusion, the Health and Allied Services Managers and Administrative Workers Enterprise Agreement 2021 is an important agreement that provides much-needed support and protection for health and allied services managers and administrative workers in Australia. With the increased wages and improved working conditions outlined in the agreement, workers in this industry can look forward to a more secure and stable future.