Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee

This program provides casual, contract and self-employed workers in certain occupations with guaranteed sick pay.
Open
Closes in 530 days

Closing date: Thursday 13 March 2025 Thu 13 Mar 2025

What do you get?

Up to 38 hours (5 days) a year of sick and carer's pay.

Who is this for?

Victorian casual, contract and self-employed workers in certain occupations.

Overview

Payments will be made at the national minimum wage.

The program will run for 2 years, and eligible workers can make their first claims from March 2022.

Check if you can apply

Eligible occupations include:

  • hospitality workers
  • food preparation assistants
  • food trades workers
  • sales support workers
  • sales assistants
  • other labourers working in supermarket supply chains
  • aged and disability carers
  • cleaners and laundry workers
  • security officers and guards.

Apply now

Apply for the Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee

Find out more about your eligibility and how to apply.

Learn how to apply

Contact information