Finding an aged care worker on Careseekers is designed to be simple and flexible.
You can either search for workers yourself or post a job and let workers apply to you. Before you decide who to book, you can view worker profiles, experience, availability and hourly rates.
Start with how you want to search
There are two main ways to find support on Careseekers:
- search for workers directly
- post a job and let workers respond
Both options work well. The best one depends on whether you want to browse profiles first or describe what you need and compare responses.
Option 1: Search for workers directly
If you want to be more hands-on, you can search for aged care workers yourself.
This is often a good option if you want to:
- look through profiles first
- compare different workers
- check availability
- get a sense of experience and rates before making contact
You can search by:
- location
- service type
- availability
That helps narrow things down more quickly and focus on workers who are more likely to suit your needs.
Option 2: Post a job
If you would rather explain what you need and let workers come to you, posting a job can be a better option.
This can work especially well if:
- your support needs are specific
- you want to explain the routine or situation in more detail
- you would rather compare applicants than search manually
Posting a job can also make things easier if you are arranging support for someone else and want to see who responds.
Use filters to narrow down the right fit
The easiest way to make the search feel manageable is to narrow it down early.
You can filter workers by things like:
- availability
- language
- experience
- gender
- type of care provided
That makes it easier to focus on workers who are more likely to suit the support needed, the routine involved and any personal preferences.
Read the profile properly
Once you find a worker who looks promising, take a little time with the profile.
The most useful things to look at are:
- the kind of support they offer
- their experience
- their availability
- their hourly rate
- whether they seem like the right fit for your needs and routine
Looking at the profile properly upfront usually makes the next step much easier.
Think about fit, not just availability
A worker can be available and still not be the right fit.
When comparing options, it helps to think about:
- whether they have experience with the kind of support needed
- whether their availability suits your schedule
- whether they seem warm, respectful and easy to communicate with
- whether they feel like someone you would be comfortable having in the home
In aged care, fit often matters just as much as practical skills.
Speak directly and clarify the details
Once you have shortlisted someone, the next step is to talk through the arrangement.
That is the best time to confirm:
- what support is needed
- when support would happen
- whether it is one-off, occasional or ongoing
- what the hourly rate is
- whether the arrangement feels right on both sides
A short conversation can often tell you a lot about whether someone is likely to be a good fit.
Book the support
Once you are ready to go ahead, you can make a booking.
At that point, it helps to be clear on:
- start time
- end time
- how often support is needed
- whether the booking is one-off or recurring
Getting those details right at the start helps the arrangement run more smoothly.
If you are using Support at Home funding
If you want to use Support at Home funding, your approved aged care provider needs to agree to pay Careseekers for eligible services delivered through the platform.
You can also use Careseekers for privately paid aged care support. That means some people use funded support, some use private support, and some use a mix of both depending on their situation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I search for aged care workers on Careseekers?
Yes. You can search for workers directly and compare profiles before deciding who to contact or book.
Can I post a job instead of searching myself?
Yes. You can post a job and let workers apply to you.
Can I see a worker’s experience and rates before booking?
Yes. You can view worker profiles, experience, availability and hourly rates before deciding who to book.
Can I search by location and availability?
Yes. You can search by location, service type and availability, and use filters to narrow down the right fit.
Can family members help with the search?
Yes. A family member or representative can help search for workers, compare options and organise support.
Can I use Support at Home funding to book through Careseekers?
Yes, in many cases. If your approved aged care provider agrees, they can pay Careseekers directly for eligible services delivered through the platform.
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Read: What Questions Should I Ask Before Choosing an Aged Care Worker?
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