Senior Care Outreach & Community Partnerships Lead

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical aid contribution

Retirement fund benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Paarl location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator - Elderly Care in Paarl, Western Cape, to connect seniors with essential services, resources, and activities. You will design outreach plans, cultivate partnerships with local groups, healthcare providers, and families, and promote the organization’s offerings.

The role requires compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team, with travel within the Paarl area as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in social services or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in community outreach or elderly care.
• Proven ability to develop and implement outreach strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute outreach plans to engage seniors in Paarl.
• Identify needs and connect individuals with relevant services.
• Build relationships with community groups, healthcare facilities, and government agencies.
• Organize events, workshops, and information sessions for seniors and families.
• Promote services to clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct initial needs assessments and provide referrals.
• Maintain records of outreach activities and referrals.
• Coordinate volunteer efforts for outreach initiatives.
• Serve as primary contact for inquiries about elderly care services.
• Prepare periodic reports on outreach activity and outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation

Networking

Compassionate approach

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Gerontology / Community Development

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator - Elderly Care in Paarl, Western Cape, to connect seniors with essential services, resources, and activities. You will design outreach plans, cultivate partnerships with local groups, healthcare providers, and families, and promote the organization’s offerings.

The role requires compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team, with travel within the Paarl area as needed.