Employers in Australia must classify employees correctly under the relevant Modern Award in order to avoid underpayment claims. The SCHADS Award, covering social and community services, home care, family day care, crisis assistance and supported housing services, presents unique classification challenges—especially with recent Aged Care Work Value Case amendments increasing wages for home care workers. Misclassification can lead to significant penalties, making it crucial for businesses to regularly review employee classifications.
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