Activities Co-Ordinator

Harbour Healthcare Ltd; Consett; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an Activities Coordinator in Consett, UK, to organise and coordinate activities tailored for residents, particularly those living with dementia. The ideal candidate will be communicative, organised, and able to effectively motivate residents to participate. This role offers opportunities for training and career advancement while ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Free face-to-face counselling

Employee of the month vouchers

Opportunities for training and career progression

Free eye test and discounted glasses

Wellbeing portal access

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with residents living with dementia.
• Genuine interest in working with residents.
• Ability to schedule and plan ahead.

Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate activities for residents based on needs.
• Contribute to the planning of a varied activity programme.
• Maintain written records of resident participation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to motivate

Time management

Job description

Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Consett. Harbour Healthcare set high standards for resident care, and being an activities coordinator will mean that you are joining a team that put residents care and comfort before everything else. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other. Above all, they work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a 'first class' service.

Responsibilities

• To assist in organising and coordinating activities that are tailored to the needs and abilities of individuals, as well as group activities that will bring individuals together.
• To assist in organising themed events based on local holidays and traditions.
• Booking external suppliers to provide entertainment.
• Organising trips out in the local community, considering transport arrangements and accessibility.
• To contribute to the planning of a varied and stimulating activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the Home.
• Maintain written records of resident participation and regularly review resident needs.
• Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community.
• Participate in fundraising events as required.

General

• To attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Complete all mandatory training and other training identified to develop skills.
• To communicate effectively with other staff, relatives, and visitors including professional agencies.
• To practice and promote safe working practices within the Home.

Qualifications

• Be experienced in working with residents living with dementia.
• Have a genuine interest in our residents.
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively as part of the Activities Team.
• Have the ability to motivate people to participate.
• Have good organisational skills.
• Have good time management and the ability to schedule and plan ahead.
• Build self-esteem.
• Keep up to date and informed about new activities, Disability Confident.

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people.

Benefits

• Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment and more.
• FREE face‑to‑face counselling, for you and your family.
• Staff recognition award ceremonies.
• £30 voucher available every month for the nominated 'Employee of the month'.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card - up to 50% discount across 100's of retailers.
• Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses.
• Cashback card - save up to £500 annually, can be used at over 80 big brands.
• Wellbeing portal: FREE meditation series, FREE wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events, FREE mental health support programmes, FREE workout plans, FREE Live digital gym classes, FREE mindset and wellbeing series.
• Seasonal Company events, competitions and incentives.
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £250 when referring a friend to work for Harbour Healthcare.
• On‑site parking.