Care Coordinator

Care Co-OrdinatorOur client is looking for a responsible Care Co-Ordinator to assist the owner with the businesss day-to-day running; this role would suit someone with a background in Health and Social Care or Nursing.Our client is a domiciliary healthcare provider, supported living provider that pride themselves in providing the highest standard of care. As a Care Co-Ordinator, you will provide physical and emotional support to individuals and supervise teams of care assistants.Responsibilities:Act as the point of contact between the manager and internal/external clientsManage diary and schedule meetings and appointments.Liaise with authorities such as councils and social services.Undertake new client consultations and fill out all necessary paperwork.Build a relationship with clients, their families and other professionals involved in their healthcare.Keep customer files and records up to date, undertaking regular checks on all records.Undertake risk assessments and create care plans to the highest standard.Ensure all legal procedures are complied with including safeguarding, health and safety and HR.Providing emergency cover
Duties of the job include:Supervising a team of care assistantsWriting care plans.Completing patient medication records.Keeping families up to date about their relatives progress.Training and mentoring new staff.Attending team meetings with service managers.Providing emergency cover.
Key SkillsExcellent Caring Skills.Leadership and motivational skills.Attention to details.Oversee the production of rotas.Management of staff including recruitment, training, and performance managementSeek opportunities to develop and improve services.
Required skills.Candidates must have at least 2 years experience working as a Care CoordinatorLevel 3 NVQ in Health & Social CareDiscretion and ConfidentialityExcellent Customer service with the ability to show empathy.Works well under pressureStrong organisational skillsExceptional communication with the ability to interact at all levels.The ability to work autonomously.Desired:Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Or in the process of completing)Enhanced DBS check
this can be completed if not already held.Experience dealing with authorities such as Social ServicesJob Type: Full-timeStarting salary: £26,000 per annum