I recently became employed by a company that took over for my previous employer. I work for a company that provides care for developmentally disabled adults in Missouri. I care for 2 elderly disabled ladies in an ISL. I have been told that due to the "companion law" they will not pay over time.. :mad: My previous employer did however. I have been told this is illegal. And help appreciated! Thanks!! :)

To find out about overtime laws, go to the US Dept. of Labor website, www.dol.gov.

Thanks..I've already looked there and I know that "companions" don't have to get overtime pay but I am considered "support staff"

Sindy, you have a very specialized question and the answer depends upon your specific job duties. I suggest you contact MO's Department of Labor and ask them for clarification.

By support staff, do you mean that you do not work directly with those needing care, such as you provide clerical work in the corporate office? What does you job entail?