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Workforce Development

Building a strong workforce for Indiana’s seniors

Developing a skilled workforce for the long term care profession.

Recruitment and retention of direct care workers is one of the largest challenges facing long term care providers across the nation. An increased demand for services due to an aging population and a declining supply of individuals seeking and maintaining careers in this profession are factors responsible for a looming workforce crisis. It will take a significant effort to attract, recruit and retain skilled workers.

IHCA/INCAL is dedicated to supporting our members in their efforts to recruit, train and retain quality staff. Learn more about our workforce development offerings and how they might be of use to you.

IHCA/INCAL Member Survey on Staffing Shortages

Long-term care providers across the nation have faced staffing challenges for years, but amid the COVID-19 pandemic, facilities are facing a growing crisis. Providers are struggling to fill critical roles such as CNAs, QMAs, and RNs because there aren’t enough workers to meet the demand. The IHCA/INCAL surveyed 295 members on staffing shortages and the data analysis puts the crisis further into perspective.

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IHCA/INCAL Compensation Survey Reports

The 2021 IHCA/INCAL Compensation Survey report is now available for our  members. The report reflects compensation detail from 373 facilities across the state for 107 job titles in both skilled nursing and assisted living communities. The report is available in PDF format as well as an Excel file that allows you to sort the data to best meet your needs. Access the report here.

The 2020 IHCA/INCAL Midyear Compensation Survey report is now available for our  members. The report reflects compensation detail from 270 facilities across the state for 34 job titles in both skilled nursing and assisted living communities. The report is available in PDF format as well as an Excel file that allows you to sort the data to best meet your needs. Access the report here.

The first annual IHCA/INCAL member Salary Survey report is now available for all members. The report reflects salary detail from 193 facilities across the state for 95 job titles in both skilled nursing and assisted living communities. The report is available in PDF format as well as an Excel file that allows you to sort the data to best meet your needs. Access the report here.

Discover How We Can Help You

CareForTheAging.org

CareForTheAging.org is a multi-media-rich informational website that aims to foster a deeper understanding about the wide range of career pathways available in the long term care profession. IHCA/INCAL members can sign up to receive prospective employee interest forms through the site.

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CNA Training Resources

Identify onsite CNA training programs in your area and explore a new online training program from IHCA/INCAL and partner Academic Platforms.

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AHCA/NCAL Workforce Resources

Browse AHCA/NCAL’s resources for operators and individual LTC professionals to improve overall workforce efforts and ensure staff stability. 
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State, Regional and Local Workforce Resources

Learn more about statewide and regional workforce resources available for LTC providers.

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Indiana Health Care Foundation Scholarships

Through IHCF’s philanthropic mission, long term care professionals are awarded education and training scholarships for clinical, medical, and administrative positions in long term care.

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Being a part of IHCA/INCAL has been a wonderful experience and has brought so many learning opportunities to our company. I have been fortunate enough to be a part of the Workforce Development Committee for several years and am now the Co-chair. I’ve really enjoyed the opportunity to share ideas with other members, which allows us all to grow and learn for the betterment of the industry as a whole.

Amber Iskander

Executive Director of Human Resources, CarDon & Associates

Meet Our Partners

We are proud to partner with a wide network of state, local and regional level organizations and institutions to address the workforce challenge confronting long term care providers across Indiana and beyond. 

Ivy Tech Community College

Ivy Tech Community College is the largest public postsecondary institution in Indiana and offers hands-on experience with some of the state’s most advanced technologies and training facilities, plus the convenience of more than 1,000 online classes, and the attention that comes with a small average class size of 22.  

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HOSA

We partner with Indiana HOSA to provide member students from junior high, high school and college chapters throughout the state with opportunities to develop as leaders and future health professionals.

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CNAonline.com, powered by Academic Platforms

IHCA/INCAL partners with CNA Online, a program of Academic Platforms, AHCA’s preferred provider, to allow non-facility based and facility-based training programs to incorporate online didactic nurse assistant training in conjunction with their existing clinical training. 

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Career Center

The Job Bank is a free resource for IHCA/INCAL members to post open staff positions. Potential job applicants can also post their resumes through the Job Bank. 

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Questions?

Contact IHCA/INCAL President, Zach Cattell

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