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Section : Best practice benefits could include:
Domain : Human Resource Management
Classification : Not Identified

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This chunk outlines specific best practice benefits that employers can provide to support employees during parental leave, enhancing their experience and retention. It is part of the section discussing initiatives and suggestions for creating a supportive workplace environment for employees who are pregnant, on parental leave, or returning to work.

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  • providing pregnant employees parking at work or work from home arrangements
  • paying the employee their normal wages during some or all of their leave
  • topping up an employee's pay so they get their full wage when accessing government funded PLP
  • giving employees the option of taking annual leave or long service leave at half pay during parental leave
  • paying an employee's superannuation contributions while on parental leave
  • allowing employees with less than 12 months' service to take parental leave
  • continued access to benefits such as a company car, employer paid study, mobile phone or internet during parental leave
  • allowing annual leave to accrue during periods of unpaid parental leave.

Related Questions to the Chunk
  • What arrangements can employers provide for pregnant employees regarding parking or work location?
  • How does the policy address the payment of wages during parental leave?
  • What is the purpose of topping up an employee's pay when they access government-funded PLP?
  • What options are available for employees regarding annual leave during parental leave?
  • How does the policy support employees' superannuation contributions while on parental leave?
  • What provisions are made for employees with less than 12 months' service in relation to parental leave?
  • What benefits can employees continue to access during their parental leave?
  • How does the policy allow for the accrual of annual leave during unpaid parental leave?
  • Why might it be important for employees to have the option of taking long service leave at half pay during parental leave?
  • What implications might these policies have for employee retention and satisfaction?
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