2023 Aged Care Provider Workforce Survey: Report

The 2023 Aged Care Provider Workforce Survey, conducted by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, offers a comprehensive overview of Australia's aged care workforce across five service types: Residential Aged Care, Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Multi-Purpose Services, and the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program. The survey estimates approximately 549,000 individuals employed in aged care, with 75% in direct care roles such as nursing, personal care, and allied health. It highlights a shift towards part-time employment, a predominance of female workers, and a significant representation of overseas-born staff. The report also addresses workforce challenges, including shortages in regional areas and the impact of recent policy reforms on staffing requirements