Geriatric Care Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Advanced training

Supportive team

Coastal Mossel Bay location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Geriatric Care Manager to oversee comprehensive care plans for elderly individuals in Mossel Bay. You will assess needs, coordinate services, and advocate for seniors’ well-being and independence, working closely with families, healthcare providers, and community resources.

This role offers opportunities to specialize in elder care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older residents in the Western Cape, with a supportive team and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of geriatric care management experience.
• Strong assessment and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and counseling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess geriatric clients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with clients and families.
• Coordinate and manage services from healthcare providers and community resources.
• Monitor progress, adjust care plans as needed, and communicate updates.
• Advocate for the rights and preferences of geriatric clients.
• Support families navigating elder care challenges.

Skills

Geriatric care

Care planning

Assessment

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Social Worker (Gerontology)

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled and compassionate Geriatric Care Manager to oversee comprehensive care plans for elderly individuals in Mossel Bay . This role is pivotal in assessing the needs of older adults, coordinating services, and advocating for their well-being and independence. You will work closely with families, healthcare providers, and community resources to ensure optimal care and quality of life for seniors. This position offers a chance to specialize in elder care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older residents in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of geriatric clients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and families.
• Coordinate and manage services from various healthcare providers and community resources.
• Monitor client progress, adjust care plans as needed, and communicate updates regularly.
• Provide support and guidance to families navigating elder care challenges.
• Advocate for the rights and preferences of geriatric clients.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Social Worker qualification with specialization in geriatrics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geriatric care management or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of aging issues, healthcare systems, and community resources for seniors.
• Excellent assessment, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for advanced training in geriatric care.
• A supportive team environment dedicated to elder well-being.
• Work in a beautiful coastal setting of Mossel Bay .