Altaira’s commitment to supporting a vital workforce

Free mental health sessions to support aged care industry

Altaira is committed to building strong partnerships with clients and employees to provide high-quality solutions in the aged care recruitment space. It’s not just our personalised 24/7 account management and high-quality compliance which ensures high fill rates and rapid, compliant recruitment using the latest technology, but our prominent dedication to addressing the mental health concerns of the industry.

Altaira, a family-owned and run labour hire and recruitment enterprise since 2008, places a significant emphasis on the mental fitness of its staff. Recognising that investing in mental health not only benefits the individuals but also enhances the entire aged care sector and the wellbeing of residents in care.

Focusing exclusively on aged care is a strategic decision designed to ensure you are not competing with acute care for staff. This approach maximises an organisation’s ability to meet care minutes and staffing requirements. Additionally, it allows us to concentrate on addressing client needs specific to aged care, such as workforce shortages, continuity of care, ensuring accreditation standards are met by providing targeted training and integrating with client processes.

We have a strong understanding of the challenges experienced within this workforce. The statistics are dire; according to Ignite Purpose’s recent survey, 45% of Australian healthcare workers experience emotional exhaustion.

And according to Mental Health Australia, ‘When asked about the specific reasons for experiencing staff shortages, 68 per cent reported people were on sick leave due to burnout, stress, and other mental health conditions.’

‘If healthcare workers are mentally fit, there’s a trickle-down effect: residents receive better care, there’s more empathy to go around, and our healthcare workers feel like they are doing their job well and making a difference and the day to day lives of older Australians. This brings them back to their purpose and why they joined this industry in the first place,’ stated Jelena Giro, Director, Altaira.

Altaira aim to improve the mental health issues experienced by the workforce at a preventative level.

Free mental fitness sessions when you join Altaira

When you engage Altaira for your staffing needs as a new client, Altaira covers the cost of an impactful 2-hour mental fitness session (in-person or online, location dependent) for the organisation’s team.

By equipping aged care nurses and healthcare workers with coping strategies for work pressures, organisational support, and tools for reducing the risk of burnout, these sessions foster a healthier work-life balance and enhance relationships with resident care.

This type of program goes beyond mere symptom management; it cultivates a culture of ongoing professional development. Participants have the chance to engage in reflective practice and lifelong learning, ultimately becoming more adaptable and resilient in the face of adversity and sometimes challenging working conditions. We recently ran this session for aged care nurses in partnership with Australia Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA branch).

How we’re equipping our workforce

Altaira is in an ongoing partnership with Healthcare Heartbeat, an online platform dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of healthcare workers through a number of high-quality programs and services. This initiative provides nurses and healthcare workers with tools and strategies to navigate the challenges of their profession and, safeguard their mental health, address the critical issue of burnout and emotional exhaustion among nurses, all whilst promoting a sustainable and enjoyable career in aged care.

Altaira’s initiatives go beyond just recruitment; they are about creating an environment where nurses and healthcare workers can thrive both professionally and personally. The investment in mental fitness programs, ongoing training, and flexible working conditions underscores Altaira’s commitment to the wellbeing of its staff and the quality of care provided to the aging population.

By choosing Altaira, nurses and healthcare workers are not only joining a recruitment agency but becoming part of a family that values and supports them every step of the way. This holistic approach ensures that nurses can focus on what they do best – providing exceptional care to those who need it most. And you can see this displayed in the workplace, time and time again.

We have an unprecedented commitment to the emerging workforce of aged care workers and strongly believe in guidance from the jump. We mentor students straight out of universities and training organisations through the industry.

Get free mental fitness training for your team today.

Terms and conditions apply:

-This promotion is only valid for new clients who sign up with Altaira as a primary client from 1 March 2025 to 30 June 2025.

-The promotion covers the cost of a 2-hour mental fitness session for the organisation’s aged care workforce.

-The mental fitness session can be conducted in-person or online, depending on location and availability.

-All sessions must be completed withing the contractual dates executed between the aged care organisation and Altaira.

-The promotion is non-transferable and not redeemable for cash.

-Altaira reserves the right to modify or cancel the promotion at any time without prior notice.

-Altaira is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by the organisation’s staff in relation to the mental fitness session, including catering, software (if online), or hire space (if in person).

-By participating in this promotion, the organisation agrees to abide by Altaira’s terms and conditions.

-Altaira reserves the right to refuse or terminate the promotion for any organisation that does not meet the eligibility criteria or violates the terms and conditions.