Elderly Care Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid time off and sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Direct positive impact on seniors’ QoL

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Elderly Care Coordinator in Bloemfontein to oversee compassionate, person-centered care for seniors. You will assess client needs, coordinate with caregivers and healthcare professionals, and strive to preserve dignity and independence for every resident in the community.

Responsibilities include developing individualized care plans, scheduling staff, liaising with families and service providers, monitoring wellbeing, and maintaining accurate records and

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in elderly care, home care management, or a similar coordination role.
• Strong understanding of the needs and challenges of aging populations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with elderly clients, their families, and care staff.
• Familiarity with local healthcare and social support services for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assess the care needs of elderly clients and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate and schedule caregivers, ensuring staffing levels and skills match.
• Liaise with families, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to ensure holistic care.
• Monitor the well-being and satisfaction of clients, adjusting plans as needed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, addressing social and emotional needs.
• Manage administrative tasks related to client care, including record-keeping and billing coordination.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Building trust

Education

Nursing

Social Work

Gerontology

Related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a compassionate and experienced Elderly Care Coordinator to manage and oversee care services for senior citizens in the Bloemfontein area. This role is pivotal in ensuring that elderly individuals receive high-quality, personalized care, support, and companionship to maintain their dignity and independence. You will assess client needs, coordinate with caregivers and healthcare professionals, and ensure the overall well-being of the elderly individuals under your charge. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to the quality of life for seniors within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the care needs of elderly clients and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate and schedule caregivers, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and skills match.
• Liaise with families, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to ensure holistic care.
• Monitor the well-being and satisfaction of clients, making adjustments to care plans as needed.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, addressing their social and emotional needs.
• Manage administrative tasks related to client care, including record-keeping and billing coordination.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in elderly care, home care management, or a similar coordination role.
• Strong understanding of the needs and challenges of aging populations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with elderly clients, their families, and care staff.
• Familiarity with local healthcare and social support services for seniors.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development in gerontology and care management.
• A fulfilling role making a direct positive impact on the lives of seniors.