What’s a union?
A union protects, guides and supports a group of workers who have chosen to come together to improve their quality of work and job security.
Why Do I Need A Union?
Unions give you the support and help you need to be in control at work. You can take on your boss without being scared of losing your job.
We Empower You
You don’t have to feel alone during bad times at work. We will be there to provide advice and support for every work issue you might face so you can feel safe.
We Help You Take Control
Your employer will not be the only decision-maker. We will help you level the playing field by giving you the collective power to decide on what’s best for you at work.
We Amplify Your Voice
You deserve to be heard. We will make sure that your boss listens to you and that you are heard loud and clear by your employer, your community and the policy-makers.
Get a Better Wage
You can get paid more and deserve to get paid more! We provide you with the job stability you need to do the job you love. We will help you negotiate better pay and benefits.
Find Justice at Work
We know how important justice and respect are for you. We will give you the structure and the tools to stand up to your boss, find the justice that you seek, and the respect that you deserve at work.
Get Access to Benefits
Our commitment to you goes beyond helping you achieve better working conditions. We will also make sure that you have access to the best benefits that will help you grow and save your money.
What Can SEIU Healthcare Do For You?
We are exclusively a healthcare union.
We live it.
We love it.
We understand it.
MYTHS
SEIU Healthcare is like every other union; they won’t do much for us. Bust this myth
FACT
SEIU Healthcare is not like other unions, but rather a specialized Healthcare union that shares our values and understands our concerns. They understand the challenges we face on the job and know the limitations of the healthcare system.
Unions will make us strike, and that’s bad for our pockets and clients! Bust this myth
FACT
A strike is a right that we decide on collectively and can exercise to get what we want when we need to. The union does not make decisions for us, instead providing the tools and options that will help us find justice and respect at work.
Unions are after my money. Bust this myth
FACT
It’s very simple, We pay 1.8% of our monthly salary to get representation, protection, job security and stability. That’s about the same price as a daily cup of coffee! Additionally, our dues are 100% tax deductible, which makes it practically free.
Unions protect bad workers and do not allow good workers to shine. Bust this myth
FACT
The union protects our right to work in a stable, healthy and safe environment that gives us the strength to address workplace issues and have opportunities for growth. Their job is to protect us and to protect our workplace, which leaves no room for bad workers.
How much does it cost?
It’s only 1.8% of your pay & absolutely 100% tax deductible