Care Coordinator

CARE COORDINATOR – MILTON KEYNES - £25500 - £28500
NO SPONSORSHIP OFFERED, MUST HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN UK AND MUST HAVE UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND OWN CAR
The Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day delivery of domiciliary care services to ensure that clients receive safe, effective, person-centred and consistent care.
The role involves coordinating care packages, preparing and maintaining staff rotas, communicating with clients, families and care workers, monitoring care delivery, responding to changes in clients' needs, and supporting the Registered Manager in maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance.
The Care Coordinator will work closely with care staff and management to ensure that the right care worker is available at the right time and that care is delivered in accordance with each client's care plan and agreed outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of domiciliary care services.
Arrange and maintain care worker rotas to ensure all scheduled visits are appropriately covered.
Allocate care workers based on client needs, skills, availability, continuity of care and geographical considerations.
Respond promptly to changes in care requirements, cancellations, sickness and emergencies.
Arrange suitable cover for unplanned staff absence.
Monitor scheduled visits and address missed, late or cancelled visits promptly.
Coordinate new care packages and assist with the smooth commencement of services.
Liaise with clients, families, care workers and other professionals regarding care arrangements.
Assist with the preparation, implementation and review of client care plans.
Ensure care workers have access to current and accurate care instructions.
Monitor changes in clients' circumstances and care needs.
Escalate significant changes in a client's condition or circumstances to the Registered Manager and relevant professionals.
Support reviews of care packages and contribute to person-centred care planning.
Ensure clients' preferences, dignity, independence and individual outcomes are reflected in the delivery of care.
Maintain effective communication with clients and their representatives.
Support the Registered Manager with staff induction, training and competency processes where required.
Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with CQC regulations, company policies and relevant legislation.
Recognise and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns.
Immediately escalate safeguarding concerns in accordance with company procedures.
Maintain accurate records of safeguarding concerns and actions taken.
Follow the company's safeguarding policy and relevant statutory guidance.
Promote the safety, dignity and wellbeing of clients at all times.
Act as a key point of contact between clients, families, care workers and management.
Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, local authorities and other relevant organisations when required.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and company policies.
Assist with the preparation of reports, audits and management information.
Where required as part of the agreed role, the Care Coordinator may participate in an on-call or out-of-hours arrangement