Activities Coordinator

Job summary

Job Description:

This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join us at The Heathers Nursing Home as a Activities Coordinator where you will be responsible for providing a 7-day activities programme for our residents.

24 hours per week.

The Role:

Responsible for providing stimulation and encouragement to residents through entertainment, activities and community links. Promote the Home by assisting with fund-raising events and functions. Build good relationships with the service users and their relatives. Act in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Home.

Responsibilities:

• To formulate an activity profile for each individual service user through liaison with care staff.
• To ensure the safe and proper use of all equipment.
• To maintain accurate and legible records in respect of service users’ activities
• To research all prospective outings/activities thoroughly and keeping in mind factors such as resident ability, access and toileting facilities etc.
• To liaise with senior care assistants in respect of medical or nursing care information regarding service users.

The Right Person will have

• Experience working in a similar activities role working with elderly residents where you can put together an exciting and engaging activities programme.
• The ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• To have a person-centered approach in everything that you do.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person