A strike could begin as soon as Nov. 11. They work with developmentally challenged children and adults.
Key issues are money, pensions and contracting out.
The employer has offered 2 per cent in the first year and no increase in the second year of a two-year contract. Employees, who have worked for eight years without a raise are incensed at the paltry offer. The union is seeking 3 per cent in the first year and 2 in the second. Employees are support workers and counsellors who provide life skills and training in residential, workshop and pre-school settings.