A wage increase has been approved for certain employees. These workers provide mental health and disability services. The change will affect 222 employees, ensuring they earn a minimum of $20 per hour.
This decision was made to support workers who assist people with complex needs. Further details about the decision are available. The employees in question were not previously covered by a living wage policy due to their employment status.
The outcome of this change is that all affected employees will now have a higher minimum hourly wage, with the goal of supporting their work in the community.
