Home Care Services Manager

Job Overview:

The Home Care Services Manager will report to the Head, Home Care Services and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of home care services, ensuring that clients receive high-quality, compassionate, and efficient care. This role involves managing a team of care providers, ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations, and maintaining positive relationships with clients, families, and healthcare providers. The manager will also be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of care services, ensuring that services meet the needs and expectations of clients while maintaining the organization's standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision:

• Supports the recruitment, training and management of home care services staff, including doctors, nurses and administrative support.

• Provide leadership, mentorship and performance evaluations for the administration team to ensure a high standard of care delivery.

• Monitor the effective scheduling of care providers to meet client needs.

Client Care & Service Delivery:

• Ensure care plans are followed and services are delivered.

• Work with clinical teams to address any client concerns or complaints promptly and professionally to maintain satisfaction and improve service delivery.

Compliance & Regulations:

• Ensure that all home care services are in compliance with regulations, including licensing and accreditation requirements.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date operational records and ensure timely response to patient referrals.

• Conduct regular audits to monitor compliance with healthcare standards and quality assurance protocols.

Coordination & Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact between Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) & Ministry of Health (MOH) for regulatory & operational matters.

• Coordinate with clinical professionals (e.g., doctors, therapists, etc.) to ensure comprehensive care for clients.

Financial Management:

• Oversee the budget for home care services, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and controlling costs.

• Track and manage billing and payments for services rendered.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs without compromising care quality.

Staff Development & Training:

• Ensure timely submission to Finance Department and update in Medisave portal.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork within the home care team.

Marketing & Business Development:

• Assist with the development of marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand services.

• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, such as hospitals, polyclinics, family practitioners and community organizations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Social Work or related field.

• Proven experience in home care management or healthcare service delivery, with at least 5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role.

• Strong knowledge of the intermediate and long-term care sector, information systems, subvention & use of Medisave.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide and develop a team.

• Ability to manage budgets, billing and financial aspects of home care operations.

• Compassionate, empathetic and patient-focused approach to care.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts effectively.

• Proficiency in using healthcare management software (SAP Community Hospital Common System) is preferred.

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Excel (at least intermediate level).

• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.