Individuals And Work Flashcards
WHAT IS THE NATURE OF WORK
Refers to the job individuals working in
What is paid work
Paid work is work that provides individuals with a income to benefit themselves or family
What is in unpaid work
Unpaid work that does not provide a income
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
EDUCATION
EducationEducation = employment in the past school leaves could easily get a job .Jobs are now targeted at skilled + Qualified workers.The job market Pushes poorly qualified no HSC or uni degree people down the line many ppl work
Social CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
GENDER
Perceptions on gender Women have benefited from change in govt . Policy more policy than men Employe have been forced to accept work pattern that previously were not available
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
GOVERNMENT POLICY
Government policy Government policy relates to the laws and legislation the government enforce .Government policies impact on work and especially work patterns minimum that hours that are allowed to be worked for employees and employer
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
Family circumstances
Family circumstances Death, birth , marriage + divorce can all cause a change in work patterns.They can cause an increase or decrease in hours worked .Young children or Eldery parents that require care may cause a in hours
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
EMPLOYMENT
Employment - UnemployedEmployment is no longer 9-5 shift casual etc have changed these hours have unemployment . casualisation of the workforce has the number of Ft/Pt jobs available since casuals don’t receive sick
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
Economic
Economics The Australian Economy influence how many jobs + hours are available when the economy is strong are jobs people have money they want to spend and therefore creating lots of jobs when the economy is in decline weak people don’t have money there are less jobs
CHANGING WORK PATTERNS
Technology
Technology - computers Technology has increased and created more opportunity to learn leading to greater employment options for individuals Research and development : some jobs ares made redundant
What is the importance of work place
- Allows the employees to feel safe and be capable of fully completing their job in a comfortable area Physical + Emotional
- Allows the employees to feel safe and have a sense of equality present in the workplace Emotional + Social
- ## To ensure that if sick that the individual does not get other employees ill as it may slow down the productivity Physical + Economic
Importance in work place ECONOMIC NEEDS
Importance In Workplace
- With the pay-slip, as it will allow employees to ensure that they are getting paid the correct amount for the correct hours that they have worked on the basis
WORK Culture
Impacts emotional wellbeing, as having referral services or reserved places takes the ‘guess work’ out of finding a safe and suitable childcare centre as it is now one of the biggest inhibitors of women returning to the workforce
Trade union
Organisations that have been created by workers for the purpose of protecting and advancing their interests and wellbeing
EMPLOYEE WELLBEING
Trade unions assist to improve social, financial and emotional wellbeing as they allow for individuals to be treated as equals within the workplace and ensure that all of their rights are given to them to ensure their pay is fair
Flexible work
Hours
Rostering
Finishing times
- Economic wellbeing is maintained but has declined as the employee is still in a job despite working less hours or taking a break from normal hours of work
Legalisation
Ensure the provision and maintenance of
a work environment without risks to health/safety
- Safe system and place of work Impact positively on physical wellbeing
employees will be aware of the health and safety procedures that need to be lawfully obey as there is a high respect for health and safety
Leave entitlement
set of minimums for unpaid parental leave and covers all situations relating to birth
By giving employees time off (whether paid or unpaid) and the right to return to work, employers are enabling skilled parents to return to the workforce. increase staff morale and provide a happier sense to one’s self
Working conditions
Enables employees to use a kitchen area that leads to healthier choices when it comes to lunch and therefore benefitting the workplace health as a whole
PERSONAL COMMItments
Religion Recreation Studying Leadership Parenting Hobbies Work Caring
STRAGIES MANAGEMENT MULTIPLE ROLES
Negotiating and sharing roles
- Negotiate or share roles only to those with the capabilities to perform them
- e.g. In families with two working parents, household responsibilities must be shared equally depending on an individual’s strengths and abilities, often via a roster format
Using technology
The internet can be used to assist with grocery shopping, budget advice, quick education and 24-hour news
- Technological advances in fabrics and textiles has allowed for easier methods of washing and ironing
- Technology in cooking appliances (
Utilising work place structure
- When managing roles, individuals need to recognise the support structures that exist in the workplace
Using these structures can enhance both emotional and economic wellbeing
- For instance, an individual working through a grievance pressure may find support by accessing the appropriate trade union.
Managing resources
Interchangeability of Resources
- Using labour-saving devices, such as microwaves and rice cookers
- Paying for cleaners rather than using your own time and energy
Accessing support
- Counselling services available for those unable to cope with daily life without professional support
