Elderly Care Coordinator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Make a difference

Professional development

Career advancement

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Elderly Care Coordinator to enhance seniors' quality of life in Nelspruit and surrounding areas. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and connect seniors with healthcare, social activities, and in-home support.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and ability to coordinate with families and providers to ensure well-being and independence for elderly clients in Mpumalanga.

Qualifications

• Experience in geriatric care, social work, nursing, or related field.
• Knowledge of aging processes, common health conditions in seniors, and available support services.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with elderly individuals and their families.
• Familiarity with the healthcare and social support systems in Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of elderly clients' needs, preferences, and care requirements.
• Develop and implement personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
• Coordinate a variety of services, including medical appointments, home care, and social engagement.
• Liaise with healthcare providers, community organizations, and support services.
• Monitor the effectiveness of care plans and make necessary adjustments.
• Provide emotional support and advocacy for elderly clients.

Skills

Geriatric care

Social work

Nursing

Aging knowledge

Empathy

Communication

Organizational skills

Rapport building

Healthcare systems knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Elderly Care Coordinator to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens in Nelspruit and surrounding areas. This role involves direct engagement with elderly individuals and their families, coordinating a range of support services, and ensuring their well-being and independence. You will be responsible for assessing needs, developing care plans, and connecting seniors with appropriate resources, including healthcare, social activities, and in-home assistance. This position is crucial for providing compassionate and effective care within the Mpumalanga community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of elderly clients' needs, preferences, and care requirements.
• Develop and implement personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
• Coordinate a variety of services, including medical appointments, home care, and social engagement.
• Liaise with healthcare providers, community organizations, and support services.
• Monitor the effectiveness of care plans and make necessary adjustments.
• Provide emotional support and advocacy for elderly clients.

Requirements

• Experience in geriatric care, social work, nursing, or a related field.
• Knowledge of aging processes, common health conditions in seniors, and available support services.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with elderly individuals and their families.
• Familiarity with the healthcare and social support systems in Nelspruit .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work directly with and make a difference in the lives of seniors.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment dedicated to elder care excellence.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.