Administrative Assistant / Scheduler

Homewatch CareGivers•Grand Rapids, MI

6h•$15 - $18

About The Position

In 2003, Homewatch CareGivers established its mission to preserve dignity, protect independence, and provide peace of mind to our clients and their loved ones by providing exceptional home care. Through delivering these high-quality caregiver services throughout Kent County, Homewatch CareGivers helps improve the quality of life for those in our communities as well as provide meaningful employment opportunities. We offer employees a strong family-oriented culture and professional, accredited training that addresses relevant health, wellness and dignity issues. Homewatch CareGivers welcomes individuals into our family who are eager to continually learn in order to best serve customers’ evolving needs, and who demonstrate the passion for connecting people to the quality services they deserve. For more information about the company and our services, please visit our website: www.homewatchcaregivers.com/grand-rapids Role: The Scheduler/Administrative Assistant is responsible for developing and maintaining the schedules of company employees, all of whom work flexible shifts, scheduling caregiver engagements, and direct client contact regarding schedules and changes of those schedules. This position will develop knowledge of individual employee’s availability and skill level in order to match them appropriately with clients. Other duties include using administrative skills to coordinate the activities and documentation of the agency. Scope of Position: Reports to the Administrator and/or Manager of Business Operations Homewatch CareGivers offers the comprehensive home care services and we believe that exceptional training means a more rewarding experience for you and better care for clients. Homewatch CareGivers is a premier provider of in-home care services for people of all ages, including seniors, children, veterans, the chronically ill, and those recovering from medical procedures. Our care philosophy is based on finding interesting, innovative ways to empower clients and help them feel engaged and respected. We start by making sure our caregivers and office staff are confident and empowered, too. Our Homewatch CareGivers University is a professionally-developed training platform designed to give you the tools and resources you need to make the very most of your time with clients and gain the most satisfaction from your job. It includes online accredited courses to help you meet the training requirements you may need to stay current with caregiver certification and licensure . The more prepared you are, the more secure you feel in your daily work. This is an incredible opportunity to feel great about your job and the impact it has on others. Join our growing team and help bring our unique care philosophy to life! This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Homewatch Caregivers Corporate.

Requirements

All of the criteria specified for a caregiver, since the position may require filling in for the caregiver under some circumstances
Strong computer skills
Able to use and learn scheduling software
Software experience with Word, Excel and other applications as well as strong clerical skills
Thorough knowledge of the caregiver's responsibilities
Thorough knowledge of licensing standards for home and community support services, and other appropriate codes and regulations as required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral, conversational, telephone and written
Able to read and understand large numbers of caregiver reports
Able to read and understand personal care plans for each of their clients and assure their appropriate discharge
Able to organize large amounts of information and take appropriate action
Able to assess caregivers' skills, personalities, and interests sufficiently to provide input on good client/caregiver matches
Able to provide knowledgeable input on policy decisions
Able to communicate effectively with caregivers and clients, as well as the Owners, Manager of Business Operations, and other management personnel as appropriate
Demonstrate professionalism and responsiveness with prospective clients and others who may communicate with the agency
Sell services to prospective clients and referral sources
Be able to take on call responsibilities
Must pass all background screening with satisfactory results
Able to work an average of 20-40 hours per week.
Able to bend, climb, stoop, and stand an average of 5 hours per day.
Able to lift 20-30 pounds.
Able to use tools necessary for job.
Able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Answering office phone
Matching client schedules with compatible caregivers
Assuring that the schedule is current and up to date at any given time
Office and clerical activities as directed
Input of information into computer systems
Support and participate in the hiring process of new employees
Support and assist other office staff as needed
Fill in for caregivers when there is no one else available
On call responsibilities
Any other duty requested to maintain the operations of the business including caregiving duties