Care Coordinator

Local Solutions; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A social care organization in Liverpool is seeking a Care Coordinator for evenings and weekends to provide customer support and deliver care. This role involves liaising with health and social care professionals and coordinating services effectively during out of hours. The ideal candidate should have a Level 2 qualification in health and social care, be a confident communicator, and possess strong organizational skills. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact on service users' lives.

Benefits

Free enhanced DBS

Employee discount voucher scheme

Access to Medicash

Funding for NVQs

Annual leave starting at 23 days plus bank holidays

£200 Refer A Friend Scheme

50% discount for Watersports Centre

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 qualification in health and social care or be working towards it.
• Experience in a social care setting is desirable.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support to service users and care delivery staff during evenings and weekends.
• Deliver care 50% of the time while coordinating services.
• Liaise with health & social care professionals to ensure effective service delivery.

Skills

Driving and access to a vehicle

Experience in social care setting

Effective communication

Ability to work under pressure

Commitment to quality and customer service

Education

Level 2 qualification in health and social care or working towards

Job description

POSITION: Care Coordinator (Evenings & Weekends)

LOCATION: LIVERPOOL CITY REGION

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 4 Part time & 1 Full Time available (16 hours and 35 hours)

SALARY: £13.67

TIME TO HIRE: 3 WEEKS

ABOUT US

Local Solutions is a pioneering social enterprise dedicated to empowering individuals and communities across Merseyside and North Wales. For over 50 years, we have been delivering high-quality care and support services, making a tangible difference in people's lives. Guided by our core values COMPASSIONATE, PIONEERING, RELIABLE, AND KNOWLEDGEABLE we are committed to providing innovative and sustainable social care solutions.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Provide all staff with a free enhanced DBS.
• Employee discount voucher scheme.
• Discount staff scheme with Mersey garages.
• Access to Medicash.
• Opportunity to utilise E-Learning and gain further knowledge and skills.
• Personal development promoted and funded NVQs available.
• £200 Refer A Friend Scheme.
• 50% discount for our Watersports Centre.
• Annual awards for nominated employees.
• Annual leave (pro rata) starts at 23 days allowance rising to 30 days plus 10 bank holidays.

GENERAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Level 2 qualification health and social care or working towards.
• Must be a driver with access to own vehicle.
• Experience desirable in social care setting.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of relevant legislation where applicable.
• Understanding of and experience in working in accordance with CQC regulations.
• Ability to empower staff and delegate effectively, where appropriate.
• An effective decision maker, with direction as appropriate.
• Commitment to quality, customer service, best practice and best value in all aspects of the organisations operation.
• Able to work unsociable hours.
• A confident communicator.
• Ability to work under pressure and to work to strict deadlines.
• High level of self-discipline, and organisational skills.
• Committed to the vision and values of the company.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

As a Care Coordinator (Out Of Hours), you will provide customer support to service users and care delivery staff during the evenings and weekends, with 50% of the time delivering care. For this post, you will be liaising with appropriate health & social care professionals to ensure the service is effective and responsive to service user needs during the out of hours periods.

By working for us, you are helping to make a difference to the lives of the people we work with and the service we provide. We are committed to delivering equality of opportunity for all of our service users and staff. Our aim is to create a workplace which is free from discrimination and diversity is celebrated. We aim to create an environment where staff and service users are equally valued and supported.