Scheduling Care Coordinator - SYNERGY HomeCare of Barrington

SYNERGY HomeCare of Barrington has been providing excellence in home care for our 16 years.   Our devoted team of caregiving professionals are the heart and soul of our organization.  Our goal is to keep our clients safe and happy in their own home by providing exceptional care.

SYNERGY HomeCare of Barrington has an exciting opportunity for a Scheduling Care Coordinator.    We are seeking a highly motivated, take charge individual that enjoys multi-tasking and ability to manage challenging situations while maintaining a calm and compassionate demeanor.  

Position Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility for the Scheduling Care Coordinator is oversight of all daily staffing activities. Coordinates and staffs shift requests, providing the most qualified caregivers for our clients.  The position will also assist with maintaining all records and staffing-related documents.   

This position will also be involved with client intake and home assessments as well as be responsible to be “on-call” with the management team and to take the lead role in order to find coverage for emergency situations after normal business hours, weekends and holidays.  

This postion will require the scheduling/care coordinator to fill in on a case after all attempts have been made to find coverage and no other caregiver is available or until a replacement caregiver has been secured.

Position Requirements:

The qualified candidate will have knowledge of the home care or health care sector.  Have the ability to be flexible and understand situations that need immediate attention.   Enjoy coordinating and recognizing accomplishments of care team members.

This position requires excellent computer, time management and communication skills.   Candidates must have experience a minimum of 5 years experience in the home care or healthcare fields.

Addtional Requirements:

• Prior caregiving experience including use of Hoyer lifts and Sit-to-Stands
• Pass a criminal background check with no disqualifying events
• Ability to be flexible and able to fill vacant shifts when necessary
• Have reliable transportation
• Have the ability to work with all levels of client care
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, families, caregivers, healthcare professionals and management