April 6, 2023

The OCEA Negotiations Team met with the County yesterday, April 5, and we presented our first proposal—officially kicking off 2023 negotiations. We want to share elements of our presentation, which is a true reflection of your collective voice gathered from your completed negotiations surveys.

April 6, 2023

Caseloads are on the rise, making caseload targets at Social Services Agency an ongoing concern for OCEA members within all areas of social work. We need your input regarding what a manageable caseload target is for you at In-Home Supportive Services.

April 6, 2023

Velece Insurance understands the importance of securing reliable coverage at the best possible price. While other agencies inflate the cost of coverage to pay their agents commission, we eliminate commissions to pass on the savings to you.

April 6, 2023

It is critical we collect input regarding all case-carrying positions so we can represent each assignment in upcoming discussions with the County. The survey deadline has been extended to Friday, April 21, 2023, to allow you the time to complete your survey.

March 29, 2023

The County has added additional live presentations and virtual presentations regarding the changes to retiree healthcare.

March 28, 2023

The 2023 OCEA Board of Directors Scholarship will be awarded to three applicants this June. With ongoing inflation causing a rise in the cost of living, your OCEA Board of Directors has increased the award amount for each recipient from $2,000 to $2,500 for each scholarship.

March 23, 2023

OCEA is hosting this FREE event in collaboration with Orange County's Credit Union, Shred Confidential and California Electronics. OCEA members can guard against identity theft and conquer household clutter for free!

March 22, 2023

The OCEA negotiations team met on Wednesday, March 22. Our team completed our negotiations proposal prior to the formal commencement of negotiations on Wednesday, April 5.