Maximising your shift opportunities is all about being ready when the right ones come up. When things move quickly, it helps to stay one step ahead. The good news is that the app has some handy features designed to help you stay visible, stay flexible, and get quicker access to the shifts that suit you best.
Here are four simple but powerful things you can do right now to maximise your shifts with us.
Tip 1: Keep Your Availability Up to Date
This one sounds simple, but it makes a big difference than you might think. When your availability is accurate, we can match you with the right shifts at the right time and you're far more likely to be considered for opportunities that genuinely work for you.
Tick green where you're available, mark red where you're not, and make sure you're not leaving any blank spaces. Blanks can mean missed opportunities, so keeping this up to date is one of the best habits you can build.
App location: Shifts tab > My Availability / Permanent Availability / Bulk Availability
Tip 2: Use "Allocate Me Now" to Find Matching Shifts
If you want the app to do some of the heavy lifting for you, this is the feature to use. “Allocate Me Now” automatically surfaces shifts that are the best match for you, so instead of scrolling through everything, you're seeing the opportunities most relevant to your experience and availability.
To access it, head to the Shifts tab and select “Allocate Me Now”. In just a few seconds, a list of available shifts will appear. It's a simple step that can make a real difference to the quality and quantity of shifts you're picking up.
App location: Shifts tab > Allocate Me Now
Tip 3: Check the "Advised Unable to Fill" Section
This is one that not everyone knows about and it's worth checking regularly. The “Advised Unable to Fill” section displays shifts within the next seven days that have been returned to the facility because they cannot be filled at this stage and may not currently be required.
You can select any shifts that suit your availability and register your interest. If a shift is reactivated with client approval, you will be notified and may then be assigned to it.
Keep in mind that some of these shifts may be reactivated and will still require client confirmation. Getting in early and registering your interest can improve your chances when shifts become available again.
App location:
Shifts tab > Advised Unable to Fill
Tip 4: Turn Your Notifications On
This one is essential. When a shift becomes available, it moves fast and having your notifications on means you'll see it the moment it's sent to you. You stay in control, choosing to accept or decline based on what works for you, but you won't miss the opportunity in the first place.
Head to the Preferences tab, select Subscriptions, and make sure your notifications are enabled. It's a small change that can have a real impact on the shifts you're securing.
App location:
Preferences tab > Subscriptions
Final Thoughts
Maximising your shifts comes down to staying proactive and making the most of the tools available to you. When your availability is current and your notifications are on, you're giving yourself the best possible chance of securing shifts that genuinely suit you.
We're here to support you every step of the way and these features are designed to make that easier. If you have any questions about using the app, don't hesitate to reach out to the team.
appsupport@firstchoicecare.com.au
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