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Recorded Webinar: The Perils and Perks of the Casual Workforce in the Not for Profit Sector
NFPs have proportionally high casual workforces, with casual staff the backbone of many organisations. However, there are several issues that arise in relation to casual employment, with the recent Full Federal Court decision of Workpac Pty Ltd v Skene highlighting the costly ris
PRESENTED BY
Adam Foster
Head of Workplace Relations, Lewis
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About the Webinar
NFPs have proportionally high casual workforces, with casual staff the backbone of many organisations. However, there are several issues that arise in relation to casual employment, with the recent Full Federal Court decision of Workpac Pty Ltd v Skene highlighting the costly risks for employers. This session unpacks this significant decision and how it impacts the NFP sector, including:
- Defining casual employees – lessons from Workpac Pty Ltd v Skene [2018] FCAFC 131
- Long term casual employees - rights and entitlements under the Fair Work Act
- OHS issues involving casual staff and home care visits
- Roll out of casual conversion clauses in modern awards that operate in the NFP sector:
- when can a casual employee request permanent status?
- processes required within the organization to consider the request
- consultation requirements
- grounds for refusal
- Consequences for an organization if there is a shift from casual to permanent
- Casual staff and entitlement to vote on enterprise agreements
Presented By
Adam Foster
Head of Workplace Relations, LewisWho Should Attend?
This webinar is suitable for lawyers advising not for profits, HR professionals and executives working for not for profits and charities. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.
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