Community Coordinator

Neylons Facility Management; Newbridge; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company is seeking a Community Coordinator for a residential care home in New Bridge, Co Kildare. The role includes overseeing daily operations, coordinating activities, and supporting residents and staff. Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are essential, along with a minimum of 2 years experience working with elderly people.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working with elderly people.
• Full Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the community.
• Coordinate and support community activities.
• Act as point of contact for families.
• Drive community vehicles as needed.
• Address concerns in a sensitive manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Conflict Resolution

Computer literacy

Health and safety knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

We are seeking a Community Coordinator to join our team in a residential care home in New Bridge, Co Kildare

Working pattern: Monday to Sunday, 5 days per week, flexibility required!

Main duties and responsibilities:

• To oversee the daily operations of the community
• Coordinate and support community activities within the scope of the role, in partnership with the Nurse Manager, Housekeeper, and the Sisters.
• Act as a point of contact for families of the Sisters when needed, and assist Sisters with correspondence and communication.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager, Housekeeper, and all members of staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the community.
• Drive community vehicles to various destinations as required.
• Address the concerns or grievances in a calm, sensitive, and timely manner
• Engage actively in the daily routines and events of the community
• Undertake any additional tasks deemed necessary by Management
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of and compliance with the Safeguarding Policy.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality at all times.
  
  

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisation skills and ability of prioritising own work
• Conflict Resolution skills: Diplomacy and fairness in mediating concerns
• Minimum of 2 years working with elderly people
• Computer literacy
• Basic health and safety knowledge
• Flexibility
• Full Driving Licence
• IND2
  
  

We are looking forward to hearing from you!