How is an individuals payrate determined?
BCI has a Special Minimum Wage Certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor (Sec. 14c) that allows us to pay less than minimum wage. If a person is paid less than minimum wage, the certificate requires the center to pay an amount that is “commensurate” with their ability. This means that BCI must base an individuals pay on the type, quantity, and quality of work they do compared to workers without disabilities doing the same or similar work in industry. Our U.S. Department of Labor Special Minimum Wage Certificate is posted in the front office on the wall. This allows an individual to learn at their own rate and to increase their pay as they improve quality and speed. All pay rates are based on a survey of the same type jobs within local industry. BCI surveys the local area at least annually for the prevailing rates paid for similar jobs. An individual’s work and production are reviewed regularly. If they are paid an hourly rate, the rate is reviewed at least every six months and adju
