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Attention Community Groups with Paid Staff: Hot Grant Closing Soon
Community groups nation-wide have only until April 24 to get their share of a hot grant being offered by the Federal Government which aims to encourage community organisations and small businesses to implement practices that help employees balance their work and family obligations, as well as improve employee retention and productivity.
Grants of between $5000 and $15,000 are available to help meet the set-up costs of family-friendly arrangements under the Fresh Ideas for Work and Family Grants program, which is being offered by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations. Examples of family-friendly practices might include:
establishing rosters based on school terms and school hours;
establishing part-time or job-sharing opportunities;
developing policies regarding leave for employees who care for children with disabilities, elderly relatives or people with other special needs;
providing facilities such as family rooms for employees with young children;
establishing a workplace mentoring program.
Community groups often find it hard to compete for employees in offering attractive pay, and therefore need to rely on good conditions (as well as the opportunity to do good work) to help clinch the deal. This program offers a great opportunity to give your organisation the edge. Find out how to apply at www.ourcommunity.com.au/funding/hotgrant.
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