Home Care jobs in South Africa

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Care Home Administrator to join our team. Experience as a Home Administrator in a care home is essential to apply for this role. As the Home Administrator, you will report directly to the Home Manager and will work closely with other heads of departments to provide a comprehensive admin service to support the business and clinical activity of the care home. The working hours are Monday to Friday and this is a full-time contract.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Manage the provision of effective and efficient reception services.
2. Respond positively to all enquiries from prospective residents and assist with any queries they may have.
3. Coordinate admissions with the Home Manager or Deputy Home Manager.
4. Ensure the Resident contract is presented to the Resident or their representative prior to admission and is completed and signed on day one of admission.
5. Collect initial payment and arrange Direct Debits for ongoing payments.
6. Maintain administration systems relating to residents.
7. Maintain a day-to-day account of the petty cash and present weekly reconciliations to the Home Manager.
8. Liaise with appropriate departments regarding payroll, procurement, finance, and HR.
9. Manage day-to-day payroll and queries.
10. Complete payroll returns ensuring they are correct, authorised appropriately, and presented within agreed deadlines.
11. Produce all contract amendments, contracts of employment, and HR letters in line with agreed HR processes.
12. Cover reception duties in the absence of the receptionist.

Skills and Experience Required:

1. Previous experience as a care home administrator is essential.
2. A welcoming and approachable persona.
3. Confident in liaising with other members of staff and residents.
4. Able to work alone as well as part of a team to achieve the best results.

Key Skills: Senior Care, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Behavior Management, Computer Skills, Caregiving, Home Care, Copywriting, Child Protective Services, Medication Administration, Social Work, Writing Skills, Addiction Counseling.