Care Workers - Careseekers Blog

Up-skilling for care workers in self-isolation

With most of us having more time at home than we are used to, now is a great time to complete on-line courses to advance your skills.

Aged Care

COVID-19 Tips For The Elderly

The Australian Government Department of Health advises that all Australians are at risk of contracting COVID-19, however people over the age of 60 are at a greater risk of more serious complications.

Mental Health

Looking after your well-being during this time

It is completely normal to be having feelings of anxiety and distress during this unprecedented time. Whether you are in self-isolation or choosing to adopt social distancing measures, it is important to keep a positive outlook and good mental health.

Aged Care

The 3 Areas Of Immediate Action Required, According To The Ongoing Royal Commission Into Aged Care

It has come as no surprise to anyone with experience of aged care in Australia, that our aged care industry is problematic. Issues of negligence, elder abuse, inadequate/faulty equipment and severe short staffing have horrified advocates for elderly people

Aged Care

We want transparency in aged care - the push for online reviews on all aged care facility websites

According to our federal government commission into aged care, 1,633 complaints about residential care were registered between January and March 2019.

NDIS

Tips for creating the perfect job post on the Careseekers platform

There’s nothing more important than[ finding a support worker or finding an aged care worker who suits your needs as much as possible.

NDIS

Tips for creating the perfect care worker profile on Careseekers

One of the best ways to have participants engage with you about a job – or better yet offer you a job, is by having the correct information on your Careseekers profile. If you have information missing or gaps in your profile, it could easily make you miss out on an opportunity.

Care Workers

Meet a care worker from the Careseekers platform - Ashika, a disability support worker in Sydney

Meet a disability support worker from Sydney

Care Workers

What tax deductions am I eligible for as a care and support worker?

Income tax deductions tips from Airtax Most people put their income tax return at the bottom of their to-do list - often because it can be time consuming, confusing and a little daunting.

Industry News

Intergenerational play group

When Morty met Milly – bringing together old and young in aged care Finding time to bring older relatives together with their youngest grandchildren (often their great grandchildren) can be challenging in today’s