Asking for a raise

Okay, so I manage a small home healthcare company and my boss is a jerk a lot of the time. He’s super intimidating, that’s never really bothered me but it bothers my employees. Anyway I had a girl ask me for a raise today and I think it’s reasonable. She has currently been with us for almost 2 years and makes $15/hr. I’ve never had anyone ask for a raise before and I’m not able to approve stuff like this. I’m not exactly sure how to address this. I called my boss today but he asked for me to just email him, which is normal bc he really doesn’t like to be involved or put on the spot. so this is my rough draft. Let me know what you think! FYI I changed everyone’s names to protect their privacy.

Joe,

Sara mentioned to me that she’s been working for you for some time now, it’ll be 2 years in August. She feels like she brings a lot to the table and is a good contributor to the team. She mentioned that she would like a $3 - $5 raise if possible, based on her work performance and attendance. I also feel that Sara has been one of our strongest caregivers she takes great care of Pam and always goes above and beyond when performing household chores, in addition to filling in whenever she can. Sara has demonstrated great leadership skills with the new caregivers. She has also proved to be competent. Sara also said that she loves working for you and sees herself continuing to work for you for a long time. I really think Sara is a great girl and does have excellent caregiving skills. Since this is something we’ve never discussed before, I told her that I would mention it to your first, to feel the situation out and see if this would be something you’re willing to negotiate, before advising her to ask you herself. You can either email me back or call, let me know whatever you decide.

Thank you,

Kay