Caring for Dependents Sample Clauses
The "Caring for Dependents" clause outlines the responsibilities and provisions related to the care of individuals who rely on a party for support, such as children, elderly parents, or disabled family members. This clause may specify the types of care covered, the duration or frequency of care, and any financial or logistical arrangements required to fulfill these obligations. Its core practical function is to ensure that the needs of dependents are addressed and that all parties are clear about their roles and expectations, thereby preventing misunderstandings or disputes regarding dependent care.
Caring for Dependents. When an employee attends a course or is travelling on official business or is required to work abnormal hours, the Director-General has the discretion to approve the payment of actual and reasonable expenses incurred by the employee in caring for dependants. This provision applies where the situation is such that an employee cannot make alternative arrangements for the care of her/his dependants without incurring extra expenses.
Caring for Dependents. When an observer attends a course or is travelling on official business or is required to work abnormal hours, the Director-General has the discretion to approve the payment of actual and reasonable expenses incurred by the observer in caring for dependants. This provision applies where the situation is such that an observer cannot make alternative arrangements for the care of their dependants without incurring extra expenses.
Caring for Dependents. The definition of a dependent is broad and takes into account the many differences amongst our staff. It includes anyone who relies on or is dependent on the staff member for their physical or psychological well-being. Leave to care for a dependent covers the situation where the dependant is sick or injured and is not intended for long term care. If this period extends beyond five days in one instance, or over a total of ten days in the previous 12 month period then other options will be considered for the staff member on a case by case basis. These may include the staff member using their annual leave, leave without pay, and / or flexible working arrangements. Additional support may be provided from the Ministry’s Employee Assistance Programme. Leave to care for dependents will be pro-rated for part-time employees.