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Overview
Homecare Coordinator - Wexford
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in local communities providing dementia-specific services and advocating for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality supports and services. Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported. The ASI is a national non-profit organisation that is person-centred, rights-based and grassroots-led, with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core. The ASI is currently recruiting a Home Care Coordinator for Unit2, Main Street Riverchapel, Gorey, County Wexford Y25 W8K3, reporting to the Operations Manager. This is a purpose-only contract to cover the sick leave of a permanent resource working 24 hours per week.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate the home care service across Gorey, assess the needs of clients and carers, and assign staff to clients based on their needs; review assignments regularly.
* Supervise and support home care workers, supervise recruitment, induction and ongoing management of staff, and hold regular staff meetings.
* Identify training needs and plan induction and ongoing training for home carers; mentor carers completing FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support.
* Roster planning on a weekly/monthly basis based on client needs and cost efficiency; maintain records (pay, leave, etc.) and manage pay sheets and travel expenses.
* Ensure compliance with the Society’s policies and procedures; allocate staff to cover day care as needed.
* Assess, identify and manage client needs; determine appropriate services (Home Care, Day Care, Home Care Package) and prepare detailed specifications to match staff work plans.
* Regularly review clients with care providers; communicate concerns to primary carers and other health professionals; manage waiting lists and address health and safety concerns through risk assessments.
* Carry out administration to provide an efficient service: maintain client records, input data into billing, generate statistics and reports for Regional Manager, Committee and HSE.
* Liaise with primary carers and PHNs to complete home care records; process correspondence and payments.
* Promote dementia awareness locally; ensure service level agreement compliance and liaise with health professionals, referral sources and other providers; organize events/seminars as appropriate.
* Carry out other duties as assigned; maintain a flexible approach to emerging tasks.
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
* Experience working with people with dementia, older people or those with intellectual disabilities; experience in managing people or a service is essential.
* Desirable: third-level qualification; not essential.
* Strong communication, organisational and administrative skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience in Human Resource Management, financial management, quality standards and risk management is an advantage.
* Full driving licence and suitable personal transport required, as regular travel is involved.
* Knowledge of Health and Safety and employment legislation; comprehensive understanding of the Irish health system and structures.
* Proficient computer skills with MS Office.
Other Requirements
Salary will be commensurate with the care sector and depend on relevant experience. The post is based in Wexford; closing date for applications is 5 October 2025. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Job Details
* Job Title: Home Care Coordinator
* Job Location: Wexford
* Reports to: Operations Manager
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
For more information or to apply, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you could undertake this role.
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