【給料どうなる？】公務員の休職・病気休暇について元公務員が解説します

Summary

This video provides a comprehensive overview of sick leave policies for public servants in Japan, explaining the pay structure during sick leave, the duration of leave, and the rules regarding bonuses. Public servants can take sick leave for up to three years, with full pay for the first 90 days, 80% pay for the following year, and no pay thereafter. The video also addresses criticisms of the system, particularly due to taxpayer funding. It concludes by explaining how public servants can take repeated sick leaves if a sufficient amount of time passes between leaves.

Takeaways

• 😀 Public servants in Japan can take medical leave while maintaining their status as civil servants.
• 😀 For the first 90 days of medical leave, public servants are entitled to full salary compensation.
• 😀 After 90 days, public servants receive 80% of their salary for up to one year during medical leave.
• 😀 If a public servant remains on leave for over one year, they will no longer receive salary compensation.
• 😀 If a public servant is on leave for over three years, they risk losing their job.
• 😀 Public servants can return to work within three years of taking medical leave if they are able to resume their duties.
• 😀 Medical leave can be granted multiple times, as long as there is a sufficient gap between each leave period.
• 😀 Medical leave requires a doctor's certificate if the leave exceeds one week. The certificate costs between 5,000 to 10,000 yen.
• 😀 Public servants are not entitled to additional benefits such as commuting or management allowances during their medical leave.
• 😀 Bonuses for public servants are calculated based on the last six months of service, and a lack of work during that period may result in no bonus.

Q & A

What is sick leave for public servants in Japan?

Sick leave for public servants in Japan allows them to take time off while maintaining their civil servant status. It ensures that they do not lose their job during this period.

How long can public servants in Japan take sick leave?

Public servants in Japan can take sick leave for up to three years. If they cannot return to work after three years, they risk losing their job.

What happens during the first 90 days of sick leave?

During the first 90 days of sick leave, public servants receive their full salary without any deductions.

How does the salary change after the first 90 days of sick leave?

After the first 90 days, public servants' salaries are reduced to 80% for up to one year. Beyond one year, the salary is no longer provided, and the employee may face termination after three years.

Is a medical certificate required for sick leave in Japan?

Yes, if the sick leave exceeds one week, a medical certificate from a doctor is required. Without this, the sick leave may be considered unauthorized, leading to complications with pay.

Are there any exclusions in the salary during sick leave?

Yes, while on sick leave, public servants do not receive certain allowances, such as commuting or managerial allowances.

Can public servants return to work after taking sick leave?

Yes, public servants can return to work at any time within the three-year sick leave period. If they are unable to return within three years, they lose their job.

How are bonuses affected by sick leave?

Bonuses for public servants are based on the work done in the six months prior to the sick leave. If an employee has not worked for the past six months due to sick leave, they will not receive a bonus.

What is the criticism regarding the sick leave system for public servants?

The main criticism is that public servants receive generous sick leave benefits, with full pay for up to three months, which is seen as too favorable by some, as it is funded by taxpayers' money.

Can public servants take sick leave multiple times?

Yes, public servants can take sick leave multiple times as long as they have returned to work for a certain period between leaves. Even if the reasons for the sick leave are similar, they can still be eligible for additional sick leave.