Remote Geriatric Care Coordinator

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Professional development allowance

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Geriatric Care Manager to support clients across Mossel Bay, Western Cape and surrounding regions. You will assess needs, develop care plans, coordinate services, and advocate for seniors from home.

The role emphasizes aging issues, remote communication, and confidentiality, with the aim to deliver high-quality, client-centered care to elderly clients in the Mossel Bay area.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Nursing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in geriatric care management or seniors social work.
• Strong understanding of aging, chronic illness and disability.
• Excellent assessment, care planning and crisis intervention skills.
• Strong remote communication and ability to build trust virtually.
• Proficient with telehealth platforms, EHR and digital tools for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must reside in Western Cape or have strong connections for local liaison.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home and remote assessments of geriatric clients' needs.
• Develop individualized, holistic care plans with clients and families.
• Coordinate and facilitate access to healthcare, home care, transport, and social activities.
• Act as primary contact and advocate for clients, ensuring rights and needs are met.
• Regularly monitor progress and adjust care plans as required.
• Liaise with healthcare providers, legal professionals, and other service providers.
• Provide ongoing support to families navigating elder care complexities.
• Maintain detailed and confidential records using a secure digital platform.

Skills

Assessment skills

Care planning

Crisis intervention

Remote communication

Telehealth platforms

EHR

Independence

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work / Gerontology / Nursing

Tools

Telehealth

EHR

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Geriatric Care Manager to support clients across Mossel Bay, Western Cape and surrounding regions. You will assess needs, develop care plans, coordinate services, and advocate for seniors from home.

The role emphasizes aging issues, remote communication, and confidentiality, with the aim to deliver high-quality, client-centered care to elderly clients in the Mossel Bay area.