Leave Entitlements for Employees Facing Domestic Violence
Employees experiencing domestic violence have specific leave entitlements under Australian law. This provision gives them time to access support, seek safety, and manage personal matters related to domestic violence. By understanding these entitlements, HR managers and business leaders can ensure employees receive the support they need during challenging times. These leave entitlements protect both the employee’s rights and the organisation’s compliance with legal standards.
Our Family Violence Mindset Solutions Coercive Control Course offers insights into navigating domestic violence leave to support affected employees.
Domestic Violence Leave Entitlements Explained
- Leave Duration and Type – Under Australian law, eligible employees can take five days of unpaid leave per year for domestic violence-related matters.
- Leave Accrual and Renewal – Domestic violence leave does not accrue; it resets annually to provide ongoing support as needed.
- Paid Leave Options – Although the NES mandates unpaid leave, organisations may choose to offer additional paid leave to support employees.
- Requirements for Casual Employees – The entitlement includes casual employees, who are eligible for the same amount of unpaid leave each year.
- Supplementary Support Options – Organisations may offer further support, including access to employee assistance programs or paid leave, at their discretion.
Family Violence Mindset Solutions offers resources to guide organisations in implementing these entitlements while ensuring employee privacy. Learn more about supporting employees with domestic violence leave.
Building an Informed and Supportive Workplace
Understanding domestic violence leave entitlements is essential for supporting employees. Family Violence Mindset Solutions provides tools to help businesses implement and navigate these entitlements. Contact us for assistance with domestic violence leave.