Care Coordinator - Home Care

Kingsley Healthcare; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A person-centred care provider in Weymouth is seeking a dedicated Domiciliary Care Coordinator to ensure the delivery of high-quality care services. In this role, you'll oversee care shifts, support service users with daily activities, and maintain high standards in service delivery. The ideal candidate has 2 years of experience in care, strong time management, and a commitment to health and safety. Join a friendly, supportive team committed to improving the lives of clients and staff alike.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Full DBS disclosure coverage

Welcome bonus

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a care setting with vulnerable individuals.
• Willingness to undertake necessary NVQ or additional training.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of care services delivery.
• Oversee care shifts in absence of the Home Care Manager.
• Support service users in their daily activities.

Skills

Experience in a care setting with vulnerable individuals

Empathy

Time management skills

Ability to make decisions

Education

NVQ or equivalent training in care

Job description

About the company

Kingsley Home Care Services is a unique person-centred service that supports clients, allowing them to maintain their chosen lifestyle from the comfort of their own home. Backed by a successful care home business, we have a strong philanthropic approach to care which resonates in all we do. We offer a unique service of tailored care visits from 1 hour to full-time live-in support.

As an accredited Living Wage employer, we not only offer competitive rates of pay, but we’ll also pay for your full DBS disclosure and offer you a welcome bonus. So, as well as receiving a competitive rate of pay, you’ll also receive a pay rise in line with inflation.

We’re more than just a group of colleagues; we’re a family passionate about people, from those we work with to those we care for. We’d love to welcome like-minded professionals to join the friendly faces that make up the Kingsley family.

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can work collaboratively as part of a team to uphold the personal care of our service users, while always respecting their dignity and encouraging independence.

Your role will involve ensuring the delivery of care services to a consistently high standard. Additionally, you will provide assistance in maintaining the physical environment of the service users and supporting their day-to-day activities within their own home. In the absence of the Home Care Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing care shifts and ensuring the wellbeing of both staff and service users.

Applicants must hold a valid driving licence, as the role will require them to travel.

Reports to: Branch Manager

Key duties and responsibilities

• Maintain dignity and standards of service users and their homes.
• Work as part of an efficient team to ensure smooth running of the service.
• Continue professional development through attending and contributing to training, meetings, and supervisions.
• Comply with Kingsley Home Care Services Health & Safety policy and procedures.
• Represent Kingsley Home Care Services professionally and positively at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all issues and information relating to service users.
• Support service users’ personal development regarding independence, skills, rights, and choices.
• Ensure that all rota’s are completed and made available to staff in a timely manner.
• Train, assess, and ensure that medication is administered and managed effectively and safely by staff.
• Meet with service users to ensure that their care meets their needs as per their individual care plan.

Skills and attributes

• 2 years' experience in a care setting with vulnerable individuals
• Willingness to undertake necessary NVQ or additional training
• Empathy, understanding, and experience in meeting the needs of service users
• Strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to make balanced, clear, and timely decisions
• Proactive approach to involving others in decision-making processes
• Commitment to health and safety practices

What will you gain?

By joining our team as a Domiciliary Care Coordinator, you can expect:

• The satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We believe that the happiness of our staff improves the service we provide to our residents.
• Ample opportunities to learn and develop your skills, with access to training and development programs.
• A supportive work environment with established procedures and processes to ensure your success.

If you are passionate about making a difference in people\'s lives and are dedicated to delivering exceptional care, we would love to hear from you.

* An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this position