Are you an experienced care co-ordinator who is passionate about delivering high-quality and personalised care to people in your community? Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills and a desire to make a difference in people's lives? If so, we want to hear from you!
Reed Health and Care are recruiting on behalf of a leading home care provider in Southport, offering a range of services to support people to live independently and safely in their own homes. We are looking for a care coordinator to join our friendly and professional team and help us to provide the best possible care to our clients.
As a care co-ordinator, you will be responsible for:
- Managing and co-ordinating the care packages of our clients, ensuring that they receive the right care at the right time from the right carer
- Liaising with clients, families, carers, health and social care professionals and other agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration
- Monitoring and reviewing the quality and outcomes of the care delivered, and identifying and resolving any issues or concerns
- Supervising care staff, and ensuring that they comply with the policies and procedures of the organisation and the relevant regulations and standards
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and reports using our electronic care management system
- Participating in the on-call rota and providing support and guidance to care staff and clients as needed
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Preferred to have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification
- At least 1 years previous experience as a care coordinator or similar role in a home care setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing situations
- Good IT skills and proficiency in using care management software
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of 26.5k p.a. and bonus scheme
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme
- Mileage allowance
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression and support
- Friendly and supportive work environment
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online with your CV or email with any enquires. We look forward to hearing from you!