Remote Care Coordinator - Elderly Support

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Care Coordinator to support elderly clients from a home-based setting. You will manage care plans, coordinate with doctors, and liaise with families to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

The role requires strong communication, organisational, and telehealth proficiency, with a minimum of four years in caregiving or healthcare coordination. A dedicated home office and reliable internet are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in caregiving, social work, or healthcare coordination, preferably with an elderly population.
• Proven ability to manage care plans and coordinate services effectively.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and digital record-keeping systems.
• A dedicated home office space with a reliable internet connection is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively in a remote setting.
• Empathy and a genuine passion for supporting the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee personalised care plans for elderly clients.
• Coordinate appointments with doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Liaise regularly with clients and their families to assess needs and provide updates.
• Arrange for necessary home care services, transportation, and social activities.
• Monitor client well-being and promptly address any concerns or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records using our client's proprietary software.
• Advocate for clients' needs and ensure they receive appropriate care and support.
• Manage medication schedules and ensure compliance with treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a remote team of support staff to ensure seamless care delivery.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients via remote communication channels.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and organised Remote Care Coordinator to join their expanding team, focusing on providing essential support services to elderly individuals. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to make a significant impact from the comfort of your own home office. You will be responsible for managing care plans, coordinating with healthcare providers, family members, and support services to ensure the highest quality of life for our senior clients. The ideal candidate is compassionate, an excellent communicator, and adept at managing care remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee personalised care plans for elderly clients.
• Coordinate appointments with doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Liaise regularly with clients and their families to assess needs and provide updates.
• Arrange for necessary home care services, transportation, and social activities.
• Monitor client well-being and promptly address any concerns or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records using our client's proprietary software.
• Advocate for clients' needs and ensure they receive appropriate care and support.
• Manage medication schedules and ensure compliance with treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a remote team of support staff to ensure seamless care delivery.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients via remote communication channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a caregiving, social work, or healthcare coordination role, preferably with an elderly population.
• Proven ability to manage care plans and coordinate services effectively.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and digital record-keeping systems.
• A dedicated home office space with a reliable internet connection is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively in a remote setting.
• Empathy and a genuine passion for supporting the elderly.

Benefits

• This unique role offers a competitive salary of ZAR per annum, with the significant advantage of being a fully remote position. Our client provides a supportive virtual work environment and opportunities for professional development in the field of remote care. This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals seeking flexibility while contributing to a vital service.