Job Description
Timings: 9am-4pm
Scope of the Post
To provide a wide range of activities, to interest and stimulate the physical and mental state and well-being of the residents.
To understand the need of promoting the philosophy of privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfilment for all residents, therefore treating everyone with respect.
Within the home the post of Activities Co-ordinator is to motivate and guide the care staff in the home activity programme, under the direction of the Home Manager.
Principal Duties
To participate in enhancing the intellectual and social wellbeing of the residents to provide as far as possible, a happy and stimulating experience. Help residents to socialise within the care home.
Encourage staff members, relatives and friends to participate in the homes activities
To plan ongoing weekly activity rotas in conjunction with the residents wishes, and encourage residents to maintain pre-existing hobbies.
To assess individual needs continuously, particularly with regard to possible rehabilitation and to participate in resident reviews as appropriate.
Maintain full and accurate records of activities using the relevant documents, in order to monitor, record and evaluate individual and group participation and success.
To keep abreast with new developments in the field of caring for older people.
Foster good community relations and assist in the organisation of fund raising initiatives within the home.
To assist the Home Manager in planning the homes special events such as summer fetes, coffee mornings, etc.
To help organise and attend any county events, such as garden parties, tea dances, carol concerts, etc.
To assist the Home Manager in actively marketing the home and promoting a positive profile within the community.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.50 per hour
Additional pay:
Loyalty bonus
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person