Duties of a Care Coordinator:

• Ensuring continuity of care, considering locations, skills required and client preferences.
• Organising care worker rotas to minimise changes to the service and travel between clients’ homes
• Responding efficiently to day-to-day changes in the care and support packages
• Taking responsibility for new referrals from private clients and social services teams
• Liaising with Social Workers, OT’s, GP’s, District Nurses, and other professionals to ensure the optimum health and well-being of the clients.

Profile:

• NVQ Level 3 or  Equivalent,  Social care qualification or experience
• Ability to cope under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to understand the role along with home care legislation and regulations.
• To cope professionally with emergencies and difficult situations
• To be able to communicate effectively with other people.
• To maintain high standards of home care provision
• Commitment to own professional and personal development.