Are you feeling the squeeze?
Australia is facing a cost-of-living crisis. The prices for essential items like groceries, fuel, and housing continue to soar, while our wages remain stagnant. Frontline community and disability workers should be able to count on their job to provide a wage that keeps pace with the cost of living and allows for savings for the future.
Australian Services Union members are advocating for a meaningful change through a 5% wage increase for community and disability workers in the upcoming Annual Wage Review.
Just 7% of community and disability workers feel their wages are keeping up with living costs. Every day, you contribute significantly to improving the lives of the most vulnerable in our community, and it’s only right that your pay reflects the dignity and respect you provide to others.
Without a significant pay rise this year, the gap between wages and the cost of living will only widen. As we approach the Annual Wage Review, your voice is more important than ever. You deserve a career that offers respect, security, and wages that acknowledge your skills and dedication.