Dec 14, 2023

How do I sign up with my union?

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United Workers Union (UWU) is the union for workers in the aged care and disability sectors across a variety of roles. [Source: Shutterstock]

Are you someone employed by a care provider? Are you part of your union? 

No one likes to think about the prospects of having to deal with an adverse situation at work, whether it is with someone within the workplace, a client or the workplace itself. 

If you are having trouble at work or feel like you aren’t being listened to, your union may be able to provide helpful advice and action on your behalf.

Here’s how you can get in contact and sign up with the United Workers Union (UWU):

 

@agedcareunion Your union has always got your back when you run into issues at work! Here’s how to best make use of the support ✔️ #agedcare #changeagedcare #union #unionpower #agedcarepayrise #unitedworkersunion #workersrights #rightsatwork #agedcareunion ♬ snowfall – Øneheart & reidenshi

How has your union helped resolve workplace situations for you? We’d love to hear about it in the comments!

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