The Kasambahay Bill will take effect 15 days after its publication in the print version of the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
RA 10361 sets off to standardize salaries and provide protection for domestic workers. Some significant provisions that must be realized, upon taking effect, include:
MINIMUM WAGE:
Employers shall follow the standardized pay set by the law. The minimum wage for domestic workers is set at
- P2,500 a month in the National Capital Region;
- P2,000 a month in chartered cities and first class municipalities;
- P1,500 a month for those employed in other municipalities.
- A kasambahay is also entitled of benefits such as bonuses, health and insurance benefits and leave. She/He shall receive a 13th Month Pay.
- A kasambahay is also entitled of social government-mandated benefits like enrollment to the Social Security System (SSS), PhilHealth, and Pag-Ibig Fund, with premium payments shouldered by employers if the helpers receive a monthly salary below P5,000.
- A kasambahay is also entitled of leave benefits such as an at least five days vacation leave with pay and 7 days paternal leave (for males).
- A kasambahay is also entitled of a daily rest period of at least 8 hours and a weekly rest period of at least 24 consecutive hours (1 day) after six consecutive normal work days.
