Activities Co-Ordinator

NHS; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking an Activities Co-Ordinator for their Bexhill-on-Sea home. This role involves planning and facilitating activities that enhance residents' wellbeing. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong communication skills, and empathy. Offering flexible hours with a pay of £12.45 per hour, this position provides a rewarding opportunity to support the health and lifestyle of residents in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and experience in health and social care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the care team and residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Tailor activities to meet the diverse needs and interests of residents.
• Maintain detailed records and evaluate program effectiveness.

Skills

Strong communication

Creativity

Empathy

Education

Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy or related discipline

Job description

The role of an Activities Co-Ordinator at Aria Healthcare's 71-bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential care Home in Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex is to coordinate and deliver a range of activities and programs that promote the health, wellbeing, and overall quality of life for the residents. The role requires a person with strong interpersonal and preparation skills to ensure each resident is making the most of every day.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Co-Ordinator, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating a variety of recreational, social, and therapeutic activities for the residents. This includes coordinating group activities, one-on-one sessions, outings, and events that cater to the diverse needs and interests of the residents. You will work closely with the care team to understand the individual needs and preferences of each resident, and tailor the activities accordingly. The role also involves maintaining detailed records, evaluating the effectiveness of the programs, and continuously improving the activity offerings.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. The company operates several care homes across the country, each with a focus on delivering personalized care and supporting the overall wellbeing of their residents. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment, where employees can thrive and contribute to the organization's mission.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Southlands Place, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2HJ
• 71 bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential care Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Full Time or Part Time Hours - Alternate full weekends are essential
• Various Shifts -8-6, 10-6
• £12.45 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

The key ingredients to being a successful Wellbeing Coordinator is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Candidates for the Activities Co-Ordinator role should possess relevant qualifications and experience in the field of health and social care, such as a degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy, or a related discipline. Strong communication, creativity, and empathy are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with the care team and residents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.