Care Home Administrator

La Redoute; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector is looking for an experienced Care Home Administrator to support business and clinical activities. The role involves managing reception services, coordinating admissions, and handling payroll. Ideal candidates will have a welcoming personality, good time management skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Home Administrator is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage effective reception services and respond to enquiries.
• Coordinate admissions and maintain administration systems.
• Handle payroll and produce HR documents.

Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Care Home Administrator to join our team. Experience as a Home Administrator in a care home is essential to apply for this role. As the Home Administrator, you will report directly to the Home Manager and work closely with other department heads to provide comprehensive administrative support for the business and clinical activities of the care home. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 0900-1700, and this is a full-time contract. For more details, send your CV via WhatsApp to 067 627 3077.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Manage the provision of effective and efficient reception services.
2. Respond positively to all enquiries from prospective residents and assist with any queries they may have.
3. Coordinate admissions with the Home Manager or Deputy Home Manager.
4. Ensure the Resident contract is presented to the Resident or their representative prior to admission and is completed and signed on the day of admission.
5. Collect initial payment and arrange Direct Debits for ongoing payments.
6. Maintain administration systems related to residents.
7. Maintain a day-to-day account of petty cash and present weekly reconciliations to the Home Manager.
8. Liaise with departments regarding payroll, procurement, finance, and HR.
9. Manage day-to-day payroll and handle related queries.
10. Complete payroll returns, ensuring accuracy, proper authorization, and timely submission.
11. Produce contract amendments, employment contracts, and HR letters in line with HR policies.
12. Cover reception duties in the absence of the receptionist.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Previous experience as a Care Home Administrator is essential.
• A welcoming and approachable personality.
• Confidence in liaising with staff and residents.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve optimal results.