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There are currently 45,000 vacancies in direct care positions in the state. Officials are increasingly turning to foreign-born Minnesotans to fill those vital jobs. Read the full story by MPR News correspondent Dan Kraker ⬇ #immigrants #refugees #directcare #healthindustry #mprnews #greaterminnesota

🌟 What’s New? The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (#IRCC), has just announced the introduction of enhanced caregiver pilot programs aimed at supporting the incredible work of #caregivers coming from abroad. These programs are set to replace the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot, laying the groundwork towards establishing a permanent caregiver program. ✨ Key Highlights: 👉 The new pilot programs will grant caregivers Permanent Residence (#PR) upon arrival in Canada. 👉 Eligibility for these programs includes a minimum language level of 4 based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), a high school diploma equivalent, recent and relevant work experience, and a full-time home care job offer. 🔍 Why is this Important? Caregivers play a crucial role in the lives of Canadian families by caring for children, seniors, and persons with disabilities. These new pathways ensure that caregivers have immediate access to PR status, can work for more flexible and reliable employers, and ultimately, secure a better future for themselves and their families. #CaregiversInCanada #ImmigrationCanada #PermanentResidence #CanadianImmigration #MetropolitanImmigrationServices

*NEW SURVEY* Delivering Care for Asylum Seeker and Refugee Populations in the UK: A national training needs assessment. This survey is seeking feedback from doctors, nurses, midwives, physiotherapists, pharmacists, dentists, and occupational therapists working in NHS health and social care settings (primary and secondary care). It aims to inform the development of an educational programme related to refugee and asylum seeker health. https://buff.ly/40NQG6z

WHAT’S NEW CANADA?   The Home Childcare Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: Direct to Permanent Residence category are two caregiver pilot programs that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will reset the cap and start accepting applications for on January 1,2024. Applying as soon as possible is advised by the IRCC for interested and qualified candidates. Although the website indicates that there are still openings for the Home Support Worker Pilot in 2023, the ceiling of 1,000 online applications for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot in 2023 was achieved on April 14, 2023. Applicants with prior caregiving job experience are only eligible for these programs. The start dates of both pilot programs are June 17, 2024 respectively. By 2022, around 1,100 caregivers and their families will have made the move to permanent residence, demonstrating their popularity.     Want to know more about this program?   📩 [email protected] ☎ 📲 0569919892     #canadaimmigration #canadacaregivers #canadahomechildcare #canadanewupdate #immigration2024

Yesterday I spoke at the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation (Victorian Branch) Annual Delegates Conference about the work Talent Beyond Boundaries is doing to support refugee nurses and midwives to migrate for work. There are thousands of displaced healthcare workers around the world who need opportunities to rebuild their lives - all they need is the chance to get through the red tape. The ANMF, and union movement in general, is a key ally in the effort to support refugees to gain dignified work and safe migration pathways. We're working with ANMF to help refugee nurses, midwives and aged care workers to migrate to Australia with worker protections. A key challenge continues to be accessing registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency), which is particularly challenging for refugees who have had their healthcare careers interrupted by conflict, and may not have access to key documents. We need to come together as a sector on this - refugee organisations like SSI AMES Australia Talent Beyond Boundaries with health/aged sector employers, unions, government and regulators - to make sure refugees have a clear path for how to meet the regulation requirements needed to staff up our aged care homes, clinics and hospitals. With such a nursing workforce shortage it's an absolute imperative. 🏥 Thanks Libby Muir Lauren Palmer Annie Butler for your great work!! Photo credit: chris-hopkins.com.au

In her latest article, HRRC contributor Kaylee Zimmerman discusses the importance of language interpreters in healthcare, ensuring appropriate care and access for immigrants in the United States. https://lnkd.in/eK9XXD5A #healthcare #healthcareaccess #immigrants

Exciting News for Caregivers and Canadian Families! Caregivers from abroad are the unsung heroes in Canadian homes, providing essential support to children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. The Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot are concluding this month, but exciting news awaits with new, enhanced caregiver pilots. ✨ Key Highlights: - Permanent Residence on Arrival: Caregivers will now receive PR status upon arriving in Canada. - Flexible Work Opportunities: Pilots offer temporary or part-time care work options. - Simplified Pathways: Access to permanent residency and reliable employment made easier. 🌟 Eligibility Criteria: - Minimum CLB level 4 in language proficiency - Equivalent of a Canadian high school diploma - Recent and relevant work experience - Full-time job offer in home care Quotes from key figures: “Caregivers play a critical role in supporting Canadian families, and our programs need to reflect their invaluable contributions.” - Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship “After hearing stories and feedback from caregivers across Canada, I am proud that we are taking concrete action to support the caregiver community.” - Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business My Perspective: As someone valuing caregivers' contributions, I'm thrilled about these new initiatives. Honoring their hard work and dedication ensures Canadian families receive the quality care they deserve. It's a significant step in recognizing and supporting the backbone of our home care system. Stay tuned for more details on these groundbreaking pilots! Let's ensure caregivers receive the recognition and support they deserve. #Caregivers #CanadaImmigration #HomeCare #PermanentResidence

Good news for Canadian families & caregivers! Canada is making it easier for caregivers to become permanent residents right upon arrival, thanks to enhanced pilot programs replacing the existing Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker pilots. What does this mean? Faster path to permanent residency for caregivers Expanded work options beyond private households Lower language requirements (CLB 4) Streamlined process for much-needed care workers to support Canadian families This change is a game-changer, especially considering: Over 9 million Canadians are expected to retire in the next 6 years, increasing demand for care Many senior caregivers (65 ) needing support themselves More women entering the workforce, increasing the need for childcare providers Let's welcome these caregivers with open arms and help them improve the lives of countless Canadians! 🇨🇦 #CANINGRESSimmigration #caregivers #immigration #canada #goodnews