Elderly Care Specialist - Rustenburg

Placements24; Randfontein; Vor Ort; ZAR 201.000 - 335.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks an Elderly Care Specialist to provide comprehensive support to seniors in and around Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on coordinating care, offering companionship, and connecting clients with resources to maintain independence and well-being.

Ideal candidates will have gerontology, nursing, or social work credentials with proven experience in elderly care and a compassionate, patient approach to support families and clients in the Rustenburg region.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified in gerontology, nursing, social work or a related field.
• Experience in elderly care or home health care.
• Knowledge of age-related health conditions and care strategies.

Aufgaben

• Assess the care needs of elderly clients and develop personalized care plans.
• Coordinate and arrange in-home care services, medical appointments, and transportation.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and assistance with daily living activities.
• Monitor health and well-being, reporting changes to families and healthcare providers.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources and social activities.
• Educate clients and families about elder care options and services.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and care logs.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and social workers in Rustenburg.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Gerontology/Nursing/Social Work related field

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Elderly Care Specialist to provide comprehensive support services to seniors in and around Rustenburg, North West. This role is vital in ensuring that elderly individuals can maintain their independence, dignity, and well-being. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of geriatric care needs and a genuine desire to assist the elderly. You will be responsible for coordinating care, offering companionship, and connecting individuals with necessary resources, ensuring a high quality of life for our elderly clients in the Rustenburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the care needs of elderly clients and develop personalized care plans.
• Coordinate and arrange for in-home care services, medical appointments, and transportation.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and assistance with daily living activities.
• Monitor the health and well-being of clients, reporting any changes or concerns to families and healthcare providers.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources and social activities.
• Educate clients and their families about available elder care options and services.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and care logs.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, social workers, and other service providers in Rustenburg.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification or certification in Gerontology, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field.
• Proven experience in elderly care, home health, or a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of age-related health conditions and care strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate nature and strong empathy towards the elderly.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Familiarity with resources and services for seniors in the North West province.
• Must be reliable, patient, and maintain professional conduct at all times.

Benefits

Our client offers a flexible working arrangement with this contractor role, providing a competitive remuneration package. You will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors in Rustenburg. This position comes with significant autonomy and the satisfaction of providing crucial support to a vulnerable population.