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Change to Provincial Influenza Prevention Policy
At this time of year, community social services and health sector employers activate their influenza prevention policies. In recent years, these policies have required mandatory flu vaccination or alternatively, the wearing of masks in patient/client areas, consistent with the direction of the Provincial Medical Health Officer.
Note that this year, there has been a change in the mandatory nature of the policy. Affected employees are still required to report whether they have received the vaccination, and are still expected to be vaccinated. However, while failure to report is subject to disciplinary measures, the failure to be vaccinated or alternatively wear a mask is no longer subject to discipline. Under the amended provincial policy, the emphasis is on education and voluntary compliance with prevention efforts, and depending on compliance rates, a mandatory policy may still be reinstated in the future.
Please review your influenza prevention policy and make changes consistent with this new provincial policy, and remind employees of expectations.…
Improvement in Mileage Allowance, 2% GWI and $20 Million LWR effective April 1, 2020
Mileage Allowance
Mileage reimbursement rate will increase by one (1) cent per kilometer, effective April 1, 2020, for Community Living Services, General Services and Indigenous Services Collective Agreements.
| Community Living Services/General Services | Indigenous Services | |
| Effective April 1, 2020 | $0.50 | $0.54 |
2.0% General Wage Increase + $20 Million Low Wage Redress (LWR)
CSSEA and CSSBA have agreed on the distribution of the second of three annual $20 million Low Wage Redress fund (wage schedules outlining the hourly wages are attached) effective April 1, 2020. The agreement provides for the following distribution:
- All JJEP Non-Paraprofessional Classification will receive a 3.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase effective April 1, 2020.…
Improvement in Mileage Allowance, 2% General Wage Increase and $20 Million LWR effective April 1, 2020
Mileage Allowance
Mileage reimbursement rate will increase by one (1) cent per kilometer, effective April 1, 2020, for Community Living Services, General Services and Indigenous Services Collective Agreements.
| Community Living Services/General Services | Indigenous Services | |
| Effective April 1, 2020 | $0.50 | $0.54 |
2.0% General Wage Increase + $20 Million Low Wage Redress (LWR)
CSSEA and CSSBA have agreed on the distribution of the second of three annual $20 million Low Wage Redress fund (wage schedules outlining the hourly wages are attached) effective April 1, 2020. The agreement provides for the following distribution:
- All JJEP Non-Paraprofessional Classification will receive a 3.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase effective April 1, 2020.
- Paraprofessional Classifications:
- o The target rate for Licensed Practical Nurse has been met. Licensed Practical Nurse will receive the 2% general wage increase.
- o Children Who Witness Abuse Counsellor 13P will receive an additional 13.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- o Paraprofessional Grid Level 14P and 15P will receive 6.1% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- o Nutritionist will be reclassified to 16P, equivalent to the following in each step:
- Step 1: 10.0% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 2: 10.4% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 3: 10.6% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 4: 10.8% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 16P will receive a 3% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist will receive a 5.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Nurse will receive a 10.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 17P and Speech Language Pathologist will receive a 0.8% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 18P, 19P and 20P will receive a 2% general wage increase.…
Improvement in Mileage Allowance, 2% General Wage Increase and $20 Million Low Wage Redress effective April 1, 2020
Mileage Allowance
Mileage reimbursement rate will increase by one (1) cent per kilometer, effective April 1, 2020, for Community Living Services, General Services and Indigenous Services Collective Agreements.
| Community Living Services/General Services | Indigenous Services | |
| Effective April 1, 2020 | $0.50 | $0.54 |
2.0% General Wage Increase + $20 Million Low Wage Redress (LWR)
CSSEA and CSSBA have agreed on the distribution of the second of three annual $20 million Low Wage Redress fund (wage schedules outlining the hourly wages are attached) effective April 1, 2020. The agreement provides for the following distribution:
- All JJEP Non-Paraprofessional Classification will receive a 3.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase effective April 1, 2020.
- Paraprofessional Classifications:
- o The target rate for Licensed Practical Nurse has been met. Licensed Practical Nurse will receive the 2% general wage increase.
- o Children Who Witness Abuse Counsellor 13P will receive an additional 13.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- o Paraprofessional Grid Level 14P and 15P will receive 6.1% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- o Nutritionist will be reclassified to 16P, equivalent to the following in each step:
- Step 1: 10.0% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 2: 10.4% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 3: 10.6% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Step 4: 10.8% LWR + 2% GWI.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 16P will receive a 3% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist will receive a 5.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Nurse will receive a 10.5% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 17P and Speech Language Pathologist will receive a 0.8% LWR increase plus 2% general wage increase.
- Paraprofessional Grid Level 18P, 19P and 20P will receive a 2% general wage increase.…
Improvement in Mileage Allowance, 2% General Wage Increase and $20 Million Low Wage Redress effective April 1, 2020
Mileage Allowance
Mileage reimbursement rate will increase by one (1) cent per kilometer, effective April 1, 2020, for Community Living Services, General Services and Indigenous Services Collective Agreements.
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Collective Agreements Now Available
The Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) and the Community Social Services Employers’ Association (CSSEA) are pleased to announce that the Community Living Services, General Services and Indigenous Services collective agreements are now available.
You can find the agreements on the Fair Deal website at www.cssfairdeal.ca, on the CSSEA website at www.cssea.bc.ca and you can download your agreement using the link below:
Please share this email with your co-workers.…
Time Off for Employees to Vote October 21, 2019
A federal election will be held Monday, October 21, 2019. Pursuant to the sectoral collective agreements between CSSEA and the Community Social Services Bargaining Association and the Canada Elections Act, employees are entitled to a minimum number of hours off without loss of pay during voting hours. Polls will be open 7:30 am – 7:30 pm Mountain Time and 7:00 am – to 7:00 pm Pacific Time.
Employees Covered by Collective Agreements
According to Article 20.5 (Elections) in the collective agreements:
Any employee eligible to vote in a federal, provincial, municipal, First Nation or other Aboriginal election or a referendum shall have four consecutive clear hours during the hours in which the polls are open in which to cast their ballot.…
We Want to Hear From You: How is CSSEA Doing?
As part of CSSEA’s 2019-2022 Strategic Plan goal of enhancing CSSEA’s role in creating effective membership relations, we have committed to reintroducing the Member Satisfaction Survey on a triennial basis. We invite members to complete the short online survey so we may prioritize operational goals, understand your professional development needs and improve overall service delivery. The survey should take no more than 15 minutes to complete and your responses will be completely anonymous. The survey will remain open until October 31, 2019. If you have any questions, please contact Doris Sun, Director of Communications, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .…
2019 Annual Report Released
CSSEA's 2019 Annual Report, containing excerpted highlights from our approved audited financial statements, is now available.
If you have any questions, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , Director of Communications.…
Announcing the 2019 Community Social Services Awards of Excellence Recipients
CSSEA is pleased to announce this year’s Community Social Services Awards of Excellence recipients, sponsored by TELUS. Now in their fifth year, the awards continue to recognize individuals with varying lengths of service who have made outstanding contributions to the social services sector. On behalf of a member panel who reviewed and shortlisted all nominations, as well as an external Judging Panel who evaluated and ultimately narrowed down shortlisted nominations to a single winner in each category, we congratulate the following recipients:
Rising Star: Alicia Erenli
Program Coordinator, Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Services, General Services
Having started as a practicum student in 2017, Alicia stood out to senior management immediately with her passion for supporting youth and ease with which she was able to connect with them in a trusting manner. Alicia was quickly hired as a Program Coordinator of the agency’s newly developed Youth Wellness Centre (YWC), where she tackled all manners of unforeseen circumstances and challenges that came with navigating a new program. Alicia exemplified leadership in shaping the YWC in many ways, by redesigning the space to maximize a client’s experience, learning new databases, volunteering to facilitate an after-hours program to ensure service was not interrupted, and more. Alicia’s energy and positivity have made her a sought-after confidante for youths and an indispensable professional to her colleagues.
Hero: Lora Church
Program Director, Community Living Victoria, Community Living Services
Lora started her career at Community Living Victoria 13 years ago as a casual Community Support Worker. Her enthusiasm for the work soon led her to become a Group Home Supervisor for two teenage girls, where she dedicated her energy to helping them thrive in their communities. Lora’s passion and continual quest for knowledge eventually led her to complete several certification programs, including ones in Residential Management, Home Share Standards, Leadership and Home Study. She eventually took on a full time role as a Home Share Coordinator in 2011, demonstrating compassion and earning the respect of both individuals served and their families. Lora’s diligence and hard work were rewarded this past spring, when she was promoted to join the senior management team as a Program Director, which now sees her managing seven homes and a community inclusion program.…
Imagining the Next 25: Early Bird Rate Ending Soon
There are now less than two weeks remaining to take advantage of discounted rates for this year’s CSSEA AGM and Conference, Imagining the Next 25. Early bird rates for all categories of registration — both day rates and the full conference package — are set to increase after 5pm on August 30. In addition, several conference workshops are already close to sell-out status. Given the limited space at the conference venue, we will not have flexibility to accommodate additional registrants in a session after it fills up.
This year’s conference, taking place October 8-10 at the Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Hotel, will not just celebrate CSSEA’s 25th year anniversary, but also look towards the future with a series of visionary sessions that will address millennial engagement, emotional intelligence, collaborating with unions in modern workplaces, and more. You and view the full program schedule, as well as register for the event, through our conference website. If you have any questions, please contact Doris Sun, Director of Communications, at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.…
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