Home Care Scheduler - 26k - 30k (dependent upon experience)

Home Instead Senior Care; Swinton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing high-quality care services in the community. As a Scheduler, you will play a crucial role in coordinating care for clients, ensuring they receive the support they need. This dynamic position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and care professionals. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a team-oriented environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to work with like-minded individuals who share your commitment to care and compassion.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Supportive Team Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Community Engagement Activities

Qualifications

• Experience in a scheduling role within the care sector.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Knowledge of Health and Social Care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule care professionals and clients for optimal service delivery.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and staff.
• Respond to scheduling changes and liaise with team members.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Literacy

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Home Instead Back Office Software

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead Salford, rated as 'Outstanding' by our regulator, the CQC, takes immense pride in our staff, both past and current, who have helped us achieve and maintain high-quality standards of care and support. Our mission is to keep our wonderful clients safe in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes for longer.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Scheduler who is expected to perform a variety of duties in the coordination of scheduling high-quality care services for our wonderful clients.

Home Instead knows that you are not “just a carer” and we value what you do.

Follow us on Social Media to get a flavour of our Home Instead Salford & Worsley Team, Clients and Community projects. Search "Home Instead Salford and Worsley on Facebook or Instagram.

We have been rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission in 2017 and 2023.

IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER BEFORE APPLICATION- you will be required to be available to workalternate weekends.

It isESSENTIALbe adriver with access to a vehicle insured in your namewith Class A Business Insurance in order to be able to fulfil our domiciliary positions

If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further.

Job Description

The Scheduler is responsible for scheduling our Clients and Care Professionals to provide the highest quality care service for our lovely clients, with an emphasis on creating extraordinary and lasting relationships.

• Organise all rotas and staffing requirements.
• Ensure all staff and clients are aware of working schedules.
• Be responsive to changes in the schedule and liaise with relevant team members and clients.
• Undertake any support or admin duties as required by the Registered Care Manager.
• Reflect the core values of Home Instead Salford.
• Maintain regular communication with the line manager and key player colleagues.
• Act as an ambassador for Home Instead Salford.
• Delivering Care to our Clients in the community
• Build and maintain positive relationships with potential and existing clients, their families and other professionals involved in their care.
• Maintain regular contact with clients and Care Professionals.
• Any other duties as directed by your line manager.
• Be part of the on-call rota and participate in on-call duties as required.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Answer each incoming call in a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable manner.
• Develop and maintain relationships with both clients and care professionals.
• Coordinate care professionals' schedules on a daily, weekly, and fortnightly basis.
• Coordinate and maintain monthly client schedules in our Home Instead Back Office System.
• Identify and report strategic business opportunities and needs.
• Enter and maintain accurate Client and Care Professionals records on our Home Instead Back Office Software.
• Provide an up-to-date report for out-of-hours cover.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience working in a scheduling role.
• Tenacious problem solver.
• Enjoys working in a dynamic team environment and remains calm under pressure.
• Be organised and flexible to meet the needs of the business.
• Must have full driving license and means of transport if required within the territory to visit clients.
• IT Literate – good working knowledge of MS Office, CRM software & Excel.
• Ability to pick up new systems quickly.
• Be part of our “on-call” team.
• Experience in the care sector delivering a wide range of personal care services.
• Experience of working with MAR sheets and medication in a supervisory role.
• Passionfor delivering the highest quality care to our clients and helping them to live independently and happily in their own homes.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation and regulations specific to Health and Social Care.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Must be confident to use care management technology including providing support and training to Care Professionals.
• Must understand the importance of confidentiality working within current legislation.
• Must have full driving license and means of transport if required within the territory to visit clients.
• Be organised and flexible to meet the needs of the business.

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today or call us0161 870 3861to learn more.

If you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

Home Instead Salford has a number of core values and is committed to respect and dignity for all, including safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, and expects all staff to share these commitments. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.

Home Insteadare committed to equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

Things to consider

The role willbe subject to a DBS check.

It isESSENTIALbe adriver with access to a vehicle insured in your namewith Class A Business Insurance.

https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/salford-worsley/ for more information.

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