In this episode, Emily and Lizzy sit down with Mollie-May Bennett, an Allied Health recruiter from Brightside Recruitment, to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing the sector right now — finding balance between pay, sustainability, and genuine support.

Drawing on her experience across Allied Health, the NDIS, and Aged Care, Mollie-May shares what’s really happening in the current job market;  from inflated salaries and clinician burnout to the growing need for values-aligned recruitment. Together, they explore how both clinicians and business owners can make more informed, sustainable choices when it comes to hiring, career growth, and retention.

Whether you’re a new grad navigating job offers, an early-career clinician weighing up your next move, or a business owner wanting to attract and keep great people, this conversation will help you make grounded, confident decisions in an ever-changing landscape.

Key Takeaways

• A big paycheque doesn’t equal real support: Short-term incentives often mask long-term burnout risks.

• Ask the right questions: You’re interviewing the employer just as much as they’re interviewing you.

• Sustainability matters: Staggered KPIs, realistic billables, and gradual ramp-up periods make for happier teams.

• Beware the “shiny things”: Cars, laptops and inflated salaries can’t replace supervision, mentorship and growth.

• Culture counts: The best workplaces are transparent, values-driven, and genuinely supportive.

• Support needs structure: Regular supervision, meaningful check-ins and open communication prevent burnout.

• Recruitment is about relationships: Long-term fit and shared values matter far more than a quick hire.

About Our Guest Expert

Mollie-May BennettRecruitment Consultant | Brightside Recruitment

Business Details:

Website: https://brightsiderecruitment.com.au

Social Media:

LinkedIn: Mollie-May Bennett

Company LinkedIn: Brightside Recruitment AU

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