Can I apply for Paid Parental Leave?
Preparing to become a parent can be an exciting time, and as a Hireup Support Worker it's important to know if you’re eligible for Paid Parental Leave from the Australian Government and how to apply for it.
We have put together this guide to make sure that you know how to apply.
What are the eligibility requirements?
We are registered with Services Australia, who outlines the eligibility requirements for Parental Leave Pay.
We recommend that you visit the website to check the criteria for Parental Leave and make sure that you meet the requirements before submitting your leave application.
How DO I Apply For parental leave?
To apply, follow the following steps:
- Fill out the Centrelink application form and make sure to add Hireup as the contact. Email: payroll@hireup.com.au
- Centrelink will communicate with us to confirm your employment with Hireup.
- After your employment is confirmed, Hireup will receive Parental Leave payments from Centrelink which we will then pay you fortnightly. The first payment is a lump sum as per Centrelink payment instruction.
- It’s important to note that you’ll still need to report your payslips as income to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
- Hireup will contact you once we have Centrelink confirmation about the employment request.
If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact our Community Support Team for assistance.