Activities Co-Ordinator

Bramley Health; Dartford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider in Dartford seeks an Activities Co-ordinator to plan and implement engaging activities for residents at The Willows. This role requires creativity to foster a vibrant environment while collaborating with care teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in care settings and a commitment to enhancing lives. Benefits include training, development opportunities, and wellness support.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Career advancement

Retail and travel discounts

Wellness support

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a person-centered activities program.
• Lead group sessions and provide one-on-one engagement.
• Foster community relationships for special events.

Skills

Experience in a care environment

Facilitating groups

Experience in recreational activities

Effective communication skills

Building therapeutic relationships

Understanding of IT

Driving experience

Education

Good secondary education to GCSE level

NVQ level 2 or 3 (desirable)

Job description

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Ready to be a vital part of a dynamic care environment? Join us at The Willows as our activities co-ordinator and ignite joy in the lives of our residents. You'll coordinate engaging activities, foster community connections, and make a big difference to the lives of our service users.

About the Activities Co-ordinator role

The Willows care home will focus on supporting 23 males, and our goal is to create a safe, enriching environment where every resident feels valued and supported.

As our activities co-ordinator, you'll play a crucial role in planning and implementing our vibrant activities program. From group sessions to community outings, your creativity and enthusiasm will make a difference in the lives of our residents. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with our care team, maintain records, and ensure meaningful engagement for all.

Key responsibilities of the Activities Co-ordinator role will include:

• Develop and implement a person-centered activities program for our residents.
• Ensure programme includes activities that are fun, educational and engaging.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and staff to tailor activities to individual needs.
• Lead group sessions and provide one-on-one engagement opportunities.
• Foster community relationships to arrange special events and outings.
• Ensure safety and security during community trips and activities.
• To act as an escort in conjunction with another member of staff, for patients who require two escorts when going out in the community (considered as the second staff member during these occasions)

About you

Experience and skillset:

• Experience of working in a care environment
• Experience facilitating or co-facilitating groups
• Experience in recreational activities
• Commitment to promoting the needs of people with mental health problems and their carers
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to form positive therapeutic relationships with service users
• Great understanding of IT (capable with computers / phones etc.)
• (Desirable) Experience driving on UK roads (2+ years)
• (Desirable) Willingness to drive a variety of different size vehicles

Qualifications and certifications

• Good secondary education to GCSE level
• (Desirable) NVQ trained to either level 2 or 3

About Us

Bramley Health is a leading provider of specialist health and social care services in South London and the South East. We focus on supporting individuals with complex needs to live fulfilling lives through outcome-focused care pathways.

Employee Benefits

Joining our team means access to training and development opportunities, career advancement, retail and travel discounts, wellness support, and much more. We're committed to helping you succeed and thrive in your role.

Ready to make a difference as an activities co-ordinator? Apply now and join us in enriching the lives of our residents at The Willows!