Resources

This article by Ideagen details the what providers will need to do to meet new worker screening obligations brought in by the new Act.

This article by Howden details how the new Act reshapes risk for providers and what to consider.

This article from Gallagher details the Act and its impacts on risks and insurance for providers.

This article from the Care Side Team summarises seven major changes in the Support at Home Program.

The 2023 Open Access article introduces the Occupational Communion Scale (OCS) to measure social connectedness among aged care workers. Based on data from 2,451 participants, the 28-item scale identifies six factors influencing engagement and well-being. Findings suggest that fostering workplace belonging enhances staff retention and care quality.

This Age Care Today article provides an overview of the current state of staff shortages in the sector and how to create sustainable workforce solutions. 

This AIHR blog provides insight into how to measure employee engagement, with helpful advice into how to calculate employee retention rates.

This article from ShiftCare outlines seven practical strategies for aged care providers to boost staff retention and improve the quality of care provided to elderly Australians.

This article from Selmar discusses the current aged care path to reform, with a particular focus on leadership pathways and workforce retention.

This 2015 study explores what influences personal care workers in Australian aged care to stay or leave their jobs. Key retention factors include supervisor support and job embeddedness. Community care staff reported greater support and were more likely to stay. Age and health did not predict turnover intentions.