The value of aged care staff and the sector
RCH NewsAt Royal College we work directly with the aged care teams who support our vulnerable elderly citizens. In providing high quality training to aged care workers, we see the valuable contribution they bring to communities across the country. As we enter the third year of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has had a marked impact on […]
Read MoreProviding aged care for diverse residents
RCH NewsMany elderly residents have different needs, whether this is because they speak a language other than English, have a diverse sexual orientation or religious beliefs, or because they are living with an illness or disability. Understanding diversity means that you will be able to approach caring for the elderly with compassion and respect, making a […]
Read MoreThe importance of adaptive skills in aged care
RCH NewsHaving the skills required to navigate and adapt to changing environments and situations can make life easier. After all, change is constant in all aspects of life, from nature to technology, work to relationships and everything in between. Being adaptable can also help you advance your aged care career. Workplaces continually grow and shift over […]
Read MoreFinished school? Consider a career in aged care
RCH NewsChoosing a career path can be tricky and many young people really aren’t sure what field they want to work in. If you recently finished high school, or you’re a few years into your working life, a career in aged care may not be the first option that pops into your mind. In fact, people […]
Read MoreNew year staff recruitment
RCH NewsThe start of a new year often comes with a renewed energy and desire to hit the reset button. This is a great to time to assess your goals for the year and work out what you need to do to achieve them. Many aged care providers are now thinking about what they want their […]
Read MoreChoosing the right aged care training
RCH NewsPursuing a career path in the aged care sector provides an opportunity to discover a rewarding role that gives back to the community. An important step into this valuable sector is deciding on an aged care course that will take you where you want to go. When it comes to choosing the right aged care […]
Read MoreReflecting on 2021 to create positive habits for 2022
RCH NewsResilience, grit, adaptiveness, kindness and compassion come to mind when we consider what people have learned and leaned into through the experiences faced in recent times. Let’s reflect on the best bits of 2021. While there’s plenty we will all likely hope to leave behind, there are still many positives to take with us into […]
Read MoreA flexible work options for parents and balance
RCH NewsA career that is meaningful and can also offer a healthy balance between work and life might sound hard to find, however an aged care career path can offer just that. From its variety of settings and roles with a range of hours and shifts, working in aged care can empower you to enjoy your […]
Read MoreNew year, new you! Goal setting for 2022
RCH NewsAs each year comes to a close and a new year begins, it is only natural that we begin to reflect. What went right, what wasn’t so great, what worked, what didn’t work and so on. If 2021 has left you feeling depleted, or like you didn’t quite achieve what you set out to, you’re […]
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