CareForce – Hub and Pledge for Care Careers

Community Industry Group is proud to launch t he CareForce Hub
, a purpose -built website which will be
the ‘go-to’ place to find your next career in the disability, aged and home care sectors. The CareForce Hub
features job vacancies, tools and tips for job seekers, resume templates, employer information and loads of
information about the huge variety of roles available.

“The CareForce Hub is an initiative of our Care Careers project,” said CEO of Community Industry Group.

Nicky Sloan ” And to coincide with the launch of the CareForce Hub, we are also announcing our Care
Car eers Jobs Pledge. We were hoping to have employers pledge 150 jobs over the next 12 months, but we
look like well and truly exceeding that number. On the very first day, we have received pledges for 124 jobs
across the region! ”
” The community services industry, including aged and disability services, is projected to have the largest
employment growth of any sector in Australia
1 over the next four years. So it is vital that we build a
capable and responsive workforce by raising the profile of jobs and careers in the sector and create
partnerships that support sustainable employment outcomes,” Ms Sloan said.

Australian Provider of the Year, Warrigal, jumped straight on b oard, pledging a staggering 80 jobs. “At
Warrigal we know th at workplace culture is key. W e offer rewarding careers in a support ive environment.

We have full time, part time and casual roles available, and are keen to explore traineeship and
apprenticeship opportunities so people can earn as they learn, ” Warrigal CEO and Regional Chair for Aged
and Community Services Australia, Mark Sewell, said. “Our staff find the work incredibly rewarding. The
days are filled with variety, and you can be selective with your availability to maintain a healthy work/life
balance or allow time for family or other commitments. ”
Community Industry G roup has worked for many years to advance jobs and careers in the aged and
disability sectors. The CareForce Hub and Jobs Pledge are the latest initiatives aimed at encouraging people
with appropriate values and traits into the industry.

The Flagstaff Group have also been quick to pledge jobs. ” Working in the care industry isn’t limited to
caring roles,” said CEO Roy Rogers. ” The CareForce Hu b is a place to look for administration, facility
maintenance (electricians, builders, gardeners, cleaners) and hospitality positions too. Employers are
looking for people who are practical, flexible, patient and trustworthy with good communication and
p roblem -solving skills. ”
” Working in community services roles also builds transferable skills ” added Nicky Sloan “What you learn
with one sector will make y ou an experienced, in -demand employee. You could, for example, use your skills
for working holidays or protect your future through an easy return after career breaks.” Chec k the
CareForce Hub out here www.careforcehub.com
1. Labour Market Information Portal

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