Elderly Care Specialist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Professional development

Impactful work

Innovative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Elderly Care Specialist for a remote-first role serving seniors in and around Klerksdorp, North West. You will coordinate care, connect clients with essential services, and work with families and healthcare providers to tailor care plans that promote independence and improve quality of life.

The ideal candidate has geriatric care experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for remote support of seniors within the North West province.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in geriatric care or related field with focus on elderly.
• Strong knowledge of aging processes and available support services.
• Excellent communication, organization, and remote-working skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote assessments of elderly clients’ needs.
• Develop personalized care plans with clients and health professionals.
• Coordinate in-home care, medical appointments and social activities.
• Provide ongoing guidance to clients and families on care options.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans for optimal outcomes.
• Liaise with healthcare providers and community services for comprehensive care.

Skills

Geriatric care

Social work

Remote communication

Empathy

Record-keeping

Tools

Digital record-keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Elderly Care Specialist to join their remote-first team, focusing on supporting seniors in and around Klerksdorp . This role is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for elderly individuals by coordinating care, providing support, and connecting them with essential services. You will work closely with clients, their families, and healthcare providers to develop personalized care plans, ensuring a high standard of living and promoting independence. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a deep understanding of geriatric care needs and a passion for supporting the senior community remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote assessments of elderly clients' needs, including physical, emotional, and social well-being.
• Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate a range of services, such as in-home care, medical appointments, and social activities.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to clients and their families regarding care options and resources.
• Monitor client progress and adjust care plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Liaise with healthcare providers, community services, and support networks to facilitate comprehensive care.

Requirements

• Proven experience in geriatric care, social work, or a related field, with a focus on the elderly.
• Strong knowledge of aging processes, common health conditions in seniors, and available support services.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Ability to empathize and build trust with elderly clients and their families.
• Proficiency with remote communication tools and digital record-keeping systems.
• A genuine passion for improving the lives of seniors in the North West province.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning in geriatric care.
• The reward of making a significant positive impact on the lives of seniors.
• Be part of an innovative team dedicated to enhancing elderly care standards.