License Exempt Child Care Providers in Oregon are now part of SEIU
Local 503! We are Child Care Providers who are paid by the State of
Oregon, through DHS (Department of Human Services). Many of us provide
child care for the children of family members, friends, or neighbors.
We are often referred to as FFN providers (Family, Friends, and
Neighbors). We are among some of the lowest paid workers in Oregon,
often making on average $2 an hour per child. We had to fight hard to
be recognized as a Union, but once we organized, we were able to
bargain a great first contract that included:
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