Leadership

Being in charge of a low performing team is a hard task to get through. Addressing the issues in its early stages can help ease the workload and make way for a smooth transition.

The selection process for a CEO is never quick. Every step has to be planned out thoroughly as there’s no room for error. Your questions have to give an insight into the individual, their aspirations and their potential influence on your business.

A considerable amount of experience has been lost in the aged care sector over the last three years, creating impactful knowledge and leadership gaps. Now, more than ever, the ability to retain and support your managers is essential.

What is it that truly creates a healthy work environment? Healthy work environments require investment from all levels of management to promote openness, well-being and communication.

When your team experiences a tough shift or week at work, their mental health can suffer. They could be feeling down following a resident’s death, or workplace conflict might have increased their anxiety.

Do you have a colleague or team member that truly wears their heart on their sleeve, someone that can easily empathise with residents and colleagues? Chances are, you have a highly sensitive person in your team.

Aged care is one of the most diverse industries in Australia. Therefore, it’s critical that team leaders and managers understand and acknowledge cultural differences between staff. 

Stepping into a new role as a manager or team leader can be incredibly tough at the best of times. It is particularly challenging when you have to lead a team with little or no experience in the field.

The Australian Psychological Society urges for greater access to mental health support for aged care residents as analysis reveals widespread mental ill-health.

The topic of workforce shortages fuelled by growing discontent among understaffed and overworked aged care workers has cultivated a climate of fear through news outlets reporting on the industry.