Activities Coordinator

Prestwick Care; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding group of successful care homes is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator to enhance the quality of life for residents. In this rewarding role, you will plan and organize engaging activities, ensuring that each resident enjoys a fulfilling daily routine. You will work closely with the care team to develop activity plans and support residents in maintaining their hobbies. This position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals, promoting their well-being and social interaction in a caring environment. Join a dedicated team and contribute to creating a vibrant community for our residents.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in care.
• Experience in planning and coordinating activities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in daily activities and promote engagement.
• Organize social activities and outings for residents.

Skills

Genuine interest in working within a caring environment

Ability to communicate effectively

Team player

Satisfactory DBS check

Job description

Prestwick Care, an expanding group of successful care homes in the North East are now recruiting for an Activities Co-ordinator at Hillcrest. The successful activities co-ordinator will plan, organise and co-ordinate activities for active daily living for each resident or group within our Care setting. The role will also involve assisting and supporting carers in developing activity plans and organising external outings.

Hillcrest

Job Title: Activities Co-ordinator

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Hillcrest, Alnwick, NE66 2NZ

Skills Required:

• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Satisfactory DBS check and check against the ISA List (where applicable)

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist Residents in all aspects of their daily activity programme
• Assist in the promotion of strategies to improve stimulation
• Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Home
• Aid Residents travelling to and from the Care Centre to activities
• Provide risk assessments in conjunction with nursing staff for levels activity/outings
• Report immediately to the Home Manager, or Person in Charge, any significant incident
• Understand, and ensure the implementation of, the Care Home’s Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures
• Promote safe working practice within the Care Home
• Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Care Home
• Organise entertainers as required in line with needs of the residents
• Formulate individual social/life plans for each resident with support of the care team, relatives and residents
• Support the home in fundraising for the residents' social activities beyond what is allocated by the company
• Produce appropriate marketing material with support of Home Manager