Specialised Recruitment for Aged Care Professionals
Recruitment for Diverse Roles in Aged Care
At Skilled Care, we recognise the diverse needs within the aged care sector. Our recruitment services are tailored to source the best care talent across various specialisations. We provide quality recruitment solutions for a range of roles, each essential in providing top-tier care and support.
We recruit for the following care workforce roles:
- Personal Care Assistants
The backbone of daily care, our personal care assistants are selected for their compassion, skill, and dedication to enhancing the lives of the elderly.
- Aged Care Workers
We seek individuals who are not just qualified but also possess a genuine passion for working in aged care. Our recruitment process ensures that we find those who can make a real difference in the lives of our clients.
- Registered Nurses
With a high demand for medical expertise in aged care, we place a strong emphasis on recruiting experienced and knowledgeable registered nurses. They play a critical role in managing the health needs of residents and ensuring professional care delivery.
- Residential Aged Care Specialists
Recognising the unique challenges of residential care settings, we recruit professionals who are adept in these environments and understand the nuances of providing care in a residential facility.
- In-Home Care Experts
As the trend towards in-home care grows, we are on the lookout for skilled individuals who can deliver exceptional care in the comfort and familiarity of a client’s home
Unlock Financial Benefits with Aged Care Traineeships
Empowering Your Business Through Government Subsidies
As a leading recruitment agency specialising in aged care, we understand the importance of financial prudence in aged care recruitment. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the concept of Aged Care Traineeships – a strategic and financially savvy approach for care providers.
Hiring a trainee in the aged care sector isn’t just about filling a role; it’s about making a smart financial decision. With lower starting salaries and government subsidies, the choice to hire a trainee is economically advantageous for your business in the competitive aged care market.
Benefits and financial incentives that come with hiring a trainee:
Wage Subsidies:
Wage Subsidies
Engage a trainee from July 2022 onwards, and you may be eligible for a subsidy. This includes 10% of wages paid to new or recommencing trainees for a 12-month period, up to a maximum of $1,500 per quarter. It’s a significant saving that can positively impact your financial planning.
Direct Training Support Payments
Direct Training Support Payments
There’s more good news for trainees in priority occupations like aged care. They may receive up to $6,000 over two years through the Australian Apprentice Training Support. For trainees in other areas, a hiring incentive of $4,000 is available.
Reinvest in Your Business
Aged care workers provide essential care and individual support to the elderly, helping them to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life.
As an aged care professional, you may work in residential aged care services or as an in-home support worker.
No Cap on Eligible Trainees
The Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements wage subsidy, coupled with the Supporting Apprentices and Trainees wage subsidy, provides the opportunity to grow your workforce while maintaining financial stability.
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Why choose Skilled Care as your Care Recruitment Agency?
From sourcing the ideal candidates for your ongoing positions to aiding in their continuous development with comprehensive care training programs designed for the industry, we strive to provide a personalised service that’s unique to your requirements.
From trainees to experienced permanent and temporary care staff to experienced leadership roles such as care manager or facility manager, our team brings many years of care recruiting for care in Australia.
Your aged care recruitment Agency partner
Aged Care Staffing Solutions
Skilled Care provides a complete suite of aged care recruitment services, ensuring the best match between clients and candidates in the aged care industry across Australia.
Rigorous Candidate Screening
Our rigorous reference checks, competency tests, and police checks ensure the quality and suitability of each candidate, offering employers peace of mind in their staffing decisions.
Traineeships & Funding Support
We facilitate aged care traineeships, allowing new and existing staff to upskill and attain relevant and up-to-date nationally recognised qualifications such as the Certificate III in Individual Support. This allows trainees to earn while they learn and gain on-the-job experience. We also support care facilities to access government funding and incentives available.
Deep Understanding of the Aged Care Sector
With our in-depth knowledge of the aged care sector, we provide customised permanent staffing and training solutions that meet the specific needs of care facilities across the Australia.
Our Expertise in Recruitment Goes Beyond Simply Sourcing Candidates
We make sure that your candidates are thoroughly vetted before joining your team. We perform a comprehensive review of each candidate’s identity, qualifications, and employment history. Additionally, we conduct stringent police checks and, where necessary, working with children checks, providing you with assurance about your new hires.
The transition into a new role can be challenging. At Skilled Care, we simplify this process by offering assistance with the induction and orientation of new staff. Our goal is to ensure that your new employees are comfortably settled into their roles, ready to contribute effectively to your team from day one.
Occupational health and safety is paramount in the aged care sector. Skilled Care provides expert advice on complying with OHS regulations. We also assist in the development and implementation of OHS policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.ures.
Aged Care Recruitment and Training Services
We source and screen aged care employees for permanent, contract, part time and full time roles across all levels. From support worker, nursing assistants to experienced aged care professionals across Australia, providing quality care workers is our mission.
We offer a range of care training courses and qualifications that allow us to support healthcare providers with trained aged care staff armed with the skills to care for older people prepared for the demands of healthcare jobs.
We can help you assess your future healthcare staffing needs and develop strategies to attract and retain employees.
If you’re looking for aged care staffing solutions or training services, please contact us today.
In Home Care Recruitment and Training
In-home care is a type of care that allows people to stay in their own homes as they age, rather than moving into an aged care facility.
At Skilled Care, we can help you recruit and train employees for in-home care roles and provide advice and support on operational issues.
We offer a range of in-home care training qualifications.
We also develop customised training solutions to meet the unique needs of your organisation.
We can help you assess your future workforce needs and develop strategies to attract and retain employees.
We provide advice and support on in-home care recruitment and training challenges, such as managing a team of carers.
Please contact us today if you’re looking for in-home care recruitment or training services.
Disability care Recruitment and Training Services
Skilled Care also offers recruitment and training services for disability care providers. We can help you find employees with the right skills and experience and provide advice and support on operational issues.
We offer a range of disability training courses.
We also develop customised training solutions to meet the unique needs of your organisation.
We can help you assess your future workforce needs and develop strategies to attract and retain employees.
We also provide advice and support on disability recruitment and training, such as complying with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Please contact us today if you’re looking for disability care recruitment or training services.
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FAQS
Absolutely. Skilled Care excels in recruiting for a range of leadership roles within the aged care sector, including pivotal positions such as facility managers and operations managers. Our team possesses extensive experience and a nuanced understanding of the unique qualifications and skills required for clinical, high-level roles, ensuring we match your facility with the ideal leadership talent.
Our expertise lies in the recruitment of frontline workers such as personal care assistants, aged care workers and facility managers. However, we do have the experience and expertise to recruit for nursing roles. Our traineehip model also provides the opportunity for enrolled nurses or registered nurse to undertake additional training in the aged care sector and attain a Certificate III in Individual Support.
Skilled Care specialises in filling a wide array of roles within the aged care sector, including personal care assistants, aged care workers, registered nurses, facility managers, operations managers, and in-home care experts.
We have a rigorous screening and selection process that includes skill assessments, reference checks, and personalised interviews to ensure that candidates not only meet the required qualifications but also align with the ethos and values of your organisation.
Yes, we understand the dynamic nature of staffing needs in aged care. Our team is equipped to respond promptly to urgent recruitment requirements, providing timely and efficient staffing solutions.
Yes, we offer comprehensive support for trainee placements, including navigating government subsidies and ensuring the right fit for both the trainee and the aged care facility.
We provide more than just recruitment services; we partner with you to develop strategic workforce planning tailored to the unique needs and goals of your aged care facility.
Yes, we offer ongoing support post-placement to ensure a smooth transition for both the candidate and the employer, fostering a productive and harmonious working relationship.
