Why Addressing Vicarious Trauma for the Workforce is Essential for NfP’s

At Be, psychological safety has been a key focus for the team, and the report Mitigating Vicarious Trauma: Adopting an Occupational Safety Approach has garnered significant interest. This insightful report examines the critical issue of vicarious trauma, which results from indirect exposure to traumatic events. This is particularly relevant to our work in sectors like … Read more

From Property Assistant to Senior Leader in Community Housing

This month, we’ve invited members of our community—both past and recent placements—to share their personal journeys in a short blog post. For Be Executive, we asked candidates to reflect on their paths to senior leadership, the twists and turns along the way, the lessons they’ve learned, and the advice they’d pass on. We hope their … Read more

The Benefits of Retained and Exclusive Search Recruitment for Hard-to-Fill Roles Across Australia

Recruiting top talent is always a challenge, but when it comes to hard-to-fill, senior clinical, and regional roles, the stakes are even higher. At Be Recruitment Group, we utilise retained and exclusive search recruitment methodologies to successfully fill these crucial positions in some of the most challenging locations across Australia, including the Northern Territory, Regional … Read more

Unplug and Recharge: The New Right to Disconnect – New Laws

Unplug and Recharge: The New Right to Disconnect A new era of work-life balance is on the horizon. As of August 26, 2024, employees will have the right to disconnect from work outside of their regular hours. This means they can say no to emails, calls, or messages from their employer or clients after clocking … Read more

The Gender Pay Gap in the Profit for Purpose Sector: A 2024 Perspective

In 2024, the gender pay gap remains a critical issue in many sectors, including the Profit for Purpose (PFP) sector. Despite efforts to promote equality and the introduction of Modern Awards, disparities in pay between men and women persist. Understanding the nuances and underlying causes of this gap is essential for creating more equitable workplaces. … Read more

The role of emotional intelligence in the hiring process

When evaluating whether a candidate is a good fit for your organisation, it can be easy to focus on hard skills. Qualifications, training and experience are certainly important – particularly in health and social care fields governed by necessary regulations – but it’s also worth remembering that technical skills are only one side of what … Read more