The aged care sector employs over 33,000 people in New Zealand, and with the growing population, it is expected that there will be an increase in demand of between 50 and 75 percent over the next 15 years.
Helping your employees understand their worth and recognise their abilities in the workplace can go a long way to increasing motivation and job satisfaction. Being proactive about building the skills of your workforce is a simple yet effective way of taking a holistic approach to enhancing your aged care business.
Linkedin Learning’s 2019 Workplace Learning Report found that 94 percent of employees would stay with a company longer if it invested in their learning and development. An employee who feels supported and fulfilled at work is one who stays. Professional development can be an excellent way to show your staff that you value them while saving you time and money on recruitment.
With the confidence and capabilities gained through additional training, you can expect your workforce to be more efficient and productive. When your team is highly trained, they also have the latest and greatest knowledge to benefit the way they approach their roles.
Aged care professionals who are provided with high-quality training are more confident and better able to provide the highest possible standard of care.
Keeping industry know-how up to date is vital, and regular professional development means your staff will have the latest information and tools to do their job to the highest standard. Confidence at work enables employees to do a better job with more enjoyment and less stress. In turn, this makes getting up for work every day much easier for everyone on your team. Professional development training builds staff confidence and sparks passion.
Talk to your employees, listen to what they want and need, survey teams anonymously and ask for feedback and insights to guide your approach to professional development. The training should help your team to be better and improve, and they can help you identify gaps in their skill sets that need to be filled.
Creating a culture of continuous learning will help you provide the best care for the Kiwis who need it most.
