What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Coordinator position at Home Instead Senior Care Sioux Falls?
Service Coordinator Job Description
Oak Stone LLC., dba Home Instead
Objective
The Service Coordinator is expected to perform a variety of duties in the coordination of scheduling service for clients. The Service Coordinator is responsible for scheduling clients and Care Professionals in order to provide the highest quality service to clients with emphasis on creating extraordinary relationships.
Primary Responsibilities
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(36-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Lifting (Floor to Waist Level)
20 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Carrying Objects
X
Push/Pull
10 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching Forward
X
Reaching Overhead
X
Squat/Kneel/Crawl
X
Pinching/Fine Motor Activities
X
Keyboard use/Repetitive Motion
X
Lifting (Waist to Shoulder Level)
20 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Talk
X
Driving/Travel
X
Lifting (Shoulder Level & Above)
10 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Sensory Requirements
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
X
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environmental Requirements/Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Bloodborne/other biologic pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne/aerosolized diseases
X
Extreme Temperatures
X
Radioactive materials
X
Uneven Surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme Noise Levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Your employer is Oak Stone LLC., (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated franchise office of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company). Your employer is not Home Instead, Inc. This job description does not create an employment contract, nor imply it. Employment with your employer remains at will.
Essential Home Instead
Competencies
Characteristics-All Roles
Delivering Results
Maintaining a high level of commitment to personally getting things done.
People who are competent at delivering results assume personal responsibility for achieving outcomes and work effectively with little direction. They are dependable and responsible.
Customer Service
Recognizing and understanding customers’ needs and delivering in a manner that exceeds customers’ expectations. People who are competent at customer service have a desire to please customers and can recognize customers’ needs. They consistently do more than is required of them to ensure that the customer is satisfied.
Influencing & Persuading
Convincing others to adopt a course of action. People who display this competency influence others without being excessively aggressive or pushy. They understand their audience and modify their method of persuasion accordingly. They are confident and do not give up easily.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Effectively working and collaborating with others toward a common goal. People who are competent at teamwork build and maintain cooperative work relationships with others. They complete their own tasks for group projects in a timely and responsible manner and directly contribute to reaching the group goal.
Interpersonal Communication
Communicating clearly and effectively with people inside and outside of the organization. People who are competent at interpersonal communication listen effectively and develop rapport with others. They are able to articulate their thoughts and ideas clearly, they present information in a straightforward and logical way, and they ensure that they are understood. They share information with others that will improve overall work progress.
Living Home Instead
Building trust, taking the lead and sharing your heart
Home Instead®
Service Coordinator Competencies
Service Coordinator
Adapting to Change
Adapting to changing situations and restructuring tasks and priorities as changes occur within the business and organization. People who are competent at adapting to change are flexible in changing circumstances. They are open to change and different ways of doing things, and do not over-rely on old methods and processes.
Planning & Organizing
Effectively organizing and planning work according to organizational needs by defining objectives and anticipating needs and priorities. People who are competent at planning and organizing efficiently manage their time and the time of others and effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines. They identify goals, develop plans, estimate time frames and monitor progress.
Resilience
Effectively dealing with work related problems, pressure, and stress in a professional and positive manner. People who exhibit resilience maintain a positive attitude even when faced with frustration, pressure or change. They recover quickly when faced with obstacles or setbacks.
Oak Stone LLC., dba Home Instead
Objective
The Service Coordinator is expected to perform a variety of duties in the coordination of scheduling service for clients. The Service Coordinator is responsible for scheduling clients and Care Professionals in order to provide the highest quality service to clients with emphasis on creating extraordinary relationships.
Primary Responsibilities
- Reflect the values of Oak Stone LLC., (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated Home Instead franchise).
- Answer incoming calls in a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable manner.
- Create and maintain client and Care Professional schedules with an emphasis on creating high quality matches and the development of extraordinary relationships.
- Monitor, mediate, and log all client and Care Professional activity utilizing the software system.
- Follow up with all client and Care Professional issues to ensure their problems are resolved.
- Enter and maintain accurate client and Care Professional records in the software system.
- Increase client loyalty to Home Instead by utilizing the consultative sales process to better meet our current client needs.
- Follow up and communicate Care Professionals and client issues to ensure problems are resolved.
- Design, test and implement a responsive contingency plan that ensures 100% maintenance of Service Hours.
- Recognize and capture opportunities to increase service hours to enhance and/or increase quality care.
- Field new client inquiries over the phone in a knowledgeable manner, enter the information into the software system, and work with team to communicate and prepare for the Care Consultation.
- Demonstrate open and effective communication with the franchise owner, colleagues, Care Professionals, clients, and family members.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
- Participate as needed in all Care Professional meetings
- Conduct Service Inquires and Care Consultations following the consultative sales process.
- Perform any and all other functions and responsibilities deemed necessary
- Maintain regular attendance at the office to execute job responsibilities
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- One year of related business experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
- Manage schedules for all clients and visiting staff
- Must have an understanding of and uphold the policies and procedures established by Oak Stone LLC., (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated Home Instead franchise an Honor Company)
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to listen effectively
- Must have the ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality of information, and meet deadlines
- Must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills
- Must demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness consistent with company standards, practices, policies and procedures
- Must have the ability to organize and prioritize daily, quarterly, monthly and yearly work
- Must have the ability to establish good working relationships with the franchise owner, office colleagues, clients, and Care Professionals
- Must have the ability to sit at a desk and listen effectively for long periods of time on the telephone
- Must present a professional appearance and demeanor
- Must have the ability to operate office equipment
- Must be patient and congenial on the telephone
- Must have computer skills and be proficient in Word
- Must have the availability to work evenings and weekends as required, as well as participate in the on-call rotation
- Must have the ability to perform duties in a professional office setting
- Must demonstrate knowledge of the senior care industry
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(36-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Lifting (Floor to Waist Level)
20 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Carrying Objects
X
Push/Pull
10 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching Forward
X
Reaching Overhead
X
Squat/Kneel/Crawl
X
Pinching/Fine Motor Activities
X
Keyboard use/Repetitive Motion
X
Lifting (Waist to Shoulder Level)
20 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Talk
X
Driving/Travel
X
Lifting (Shoulder Level & Above)
10 lbs.
0 lbs.
0 lbs.
Sensory Requirements
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
X
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environmental Requirements/Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Bloodborne/other biologic pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne/aerosolized diseases
X
Extreme Temperatures
X
Radioactive materials
X
Uneven Surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme Noise Levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Your employer is Oak Stone LLC., (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated franchise office of Home Instead, Inc., an Honor Company). Your employer is not Home Instead, Inc. This job description does not create an employment contract, nor imply it. Employment with your employer remains at will.
Essential Home Instead
Competencies
Characteristics-All Roles
Delivering Results
Maintaining a high level of commitment to personally getting things done.
People who are competent at delivering results assume personal responsibility for achieving outcomes and work effectively with little direction. They are dependable and responsible.
Customer Service
Recognizing and understanding customers’ needs and delivering in a manner that exceeds customers’ expectations. People who are competent at customer service have a desire to please customers and can recognize customers’ needs. They consistently do more than is required of them to ensure that the customer is satisfied.
Influencing & Persuading
Convincing others to adopt a course of action. People who display this competency influence others without being excessively aggressive or pushy. They understand their audience and modify their method of persuasion accordingly. They are confident and do not give up easily.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Effectively working and collaborating with others toward a common goal. People who are competent at teamwork build and maintain cooperative work relationships with others. They complete their own tasks for group projects in a timely and responsible manner and directly contribute to reaching the group goal.
Interpersonal Communication
Communicating clearly and effectively with people inside and outside of the organization. People who are competent at interpersonal communication listen effectively and develop rapport with others. They are able to articulate their thoughts and ideas clearly, they present information in a straightforward and logical way, and they ensure that they are understood. They share information with others that will improve overall work progress.
Living Home Instead
Building trust, taking the lead and sharing your heart
Home Instead®
Service Coordinator Competencies
Service Coordinator
Adapting to Change
Adapting to changing situations and restructuring tasks and priorities as changes occur within the business and organization. People who are competent at adapting to change are flexible in changing circumstances. They are open to change and different ways of doing things, and do not over-rely on old methods and processes.
Planning & Organizing
Effectively organizing and planning work according to organizational needs by defining objectives and anticipating needs and priorities. People who are competent at planning and organizing efficiently manage their time and the time of others and effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines. They identify goals, develop plans, estimate time frames and monitor progress.
Resilience
Effectively dealing with work related problems, pressure, and stress in a professional and positive manner. People who exhibit resilience maintain a positive attitude even when faced with frustration, pressure or change. They recover quickly when faced with obstacles or setbacks.
