Agreement has been secured for implementation of the terms of the career pathway interim report for our members in Tusla, which we have sought since 2021.

The scheme, which is now agreed, was launched via the Tusla hub last Friday, 17th May.

 
The agreement currently covers basic/staff grade Health & Social Care Professionals across the entire agency in the following professions:   

• Occupational Therapists
• Speech and Language Therapists
• Play Therapist
• Social Care Worker
• Social Worker
• Addiction counsellor

This week Fórsa assistant general secretary Chris Cully wrote to members outlining the eligibility criteria and how the scheme will work. You can read her letter here.

A detailed FAQ, which includes details on how to apply for upgrade in your job, has been developed and agreed between Fórsa and Tusla, you can read it here. 

The remaining piece of the career pathway review, which intends to examine those grades above basic, is due to begin its work soon, and aims to make recommendations by end 2024. 

Chris Cully said: “This is a very important achievement for members. Members can now access a career progression scheme, which is only right and fair. The next stage of the career pathway review will examine those grades above basic is due to begin its work soon.”

She continued: “The union will seek speedy implementation of any recommendations arising from this next stage of the CPR, which we hope will see further improvements for our members’ career pathway and terms and conditions.”

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