What can you use your carer's leave entitlements leave for?
When it comes to taking time off work for your own personal illness or injury, you probably have some idea of what your entitlements are. But when it comes to needing time off to care for others, you may be more unsure of your rights.
Employees can use their carer's leave entitlements for personal illness or injury, or to care for a family member or household member in need of care. The definition of immediate family includes spouses, de facto partners, children, parents, grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, and members of their household. According to the Fair Work Act, employees can take unpaid carer's leave if they have exhausted their paid carer's leave allowance.
Employers must be informed of the absence as soon as possible, with reasonable notice if the absence is unexpected. Providing evidence such as a medical certificate or statutory declaration may be required to prove the necessity of the leave.
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