Vacancy
Care Coordinator
- Location: Carlow & Kilkenny
- Contract type: Office Support
- Salary details: competitive
We are looking for a highly organised and compassionate Operations Support Coordinator to help ensure quality care is delivered on time and with heart. In this fast-paced, rewarding role, you’ll coordinate schedules for care assistants, ensuring every client receives the support they need to remain safe and comfortable in their own home.
Start Date: Immediate
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Preferably Waterford City (Kilkenny City also considered)
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (occasional Saturdays)
Indicative shifts: 7:00–15:30 or 9:00–17:30
Bonus: Performance-based bonus available
Key Responsibilities:
- Schedule and allocate care assistants efficiently based on availability, skillset, and client preferences
- Manage staffing for new client referrals and changes to existing care plans
- Monitor rotas, ensuring coverage for holidays, sick leave, and emergency situations
- Liaise with managers to ensure optimal staffing levels
- Maintain accurate scheduling records and reports
- Communicate with care staff, clients, and families with empathy and clarity
- Support other operational duties to keep everything running smoothly
What We’re Looking For:
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
- Clear, confident communicator with a calm, supportive manner.
- A strong sense of empathy and commitment to high-quality care.
- Good IT and admin skills, with attention to detail.
- Experience in scheduling, logistics, or support services an advantage.
- Previous experience as a Care Coordinator in a Home Care setting is preferred but not essential
- Understanding of confidentiality in care services.
- Local area knowledge and a valid driving license preferred.
- A third-level qualification is advantageous but not required.
Perks and Benefits:
- Performance-based bonus
- Be part of a friendly, mission-driven team
- Opportunity to make a real difference every single day.
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