Posted on August 03 2024
As an Australian aged care provider, staying ahead in the industry means adapting to new opportunities and regulatory changes. This update, effective from May 5, 2023, introduced the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement (ILA), designed to help you tackle the critical workforce shortages by simplifying the recruitment and sponsorship of experienced direct care workers from overseas.
The Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement is a government initiative aimed at addressing workforce gaps within the aged care sector. This agreement facilitates the recruitment of skilled overseas workers for roles that may not meet the standard skill and salary criteria for traditional skilled migration programs. It provides a pathway for sponsoring workers for the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) visa in key direct care occupations.
The Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement allows for the sponsorship of overseas workers in the following ANZSCO roles:
The process to access this Labour Agreement involves three essential steps:
With over 25 years of experience, Y-Axis is your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement. Here’s how we can support you:
For aged care providers, this agreement presents a unique opportunity to address staffing challenges and enhance service delivery. If you’re an aged care provider seeking to hire or retain new talent, or an employee interested in these pathways, we can assist you through every step of the process.
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