Activities Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Westhoughton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Gesundheitswesen sucht einen engagierten Activities Coordinator, der das Leben der Bewohner bereichert. In dieser Rolle werden Sie für die Planung und Durchführung von Aktivitäten verantwortlich sein, die den individuellen Bedürfnissen der Bewohner gerecht werden. Sie arbeiten eng mit einem professionellen Team zusammen, um eine positive und einladende Umgebung zu schaffen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Arbeit mit älteren Menschen haben und kreative Ideen zur Verbesserung ihrer Lebensqualität einbringen möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Benefits

Rabatte auf Einkäufe und Unterhaltung

Kostenlose Beratung für Mitarbeiter und Familie

Monatlicher Gutschein für den 'Mitarbeiter des Monats'

Schulungs- und Karriereentwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Pensionsplan mit Gehaltsopfer

Kostenlose Augenuntersuchung und Rabatte auf Brillen

Kostenlose Meditationsserie

Kostenlose digitale Fitnesskurse

Saisonale Unternehmensveranstaltungen

Parkmöglichkeiten vor Ort

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit älteren Menschen, insbesondere mit Demenz.
• Fähigkeiten zur Planung und Durchführung von Aktivitäten.

Responsibilities

• Koordination von Aktivitäten basierend auf den Bedürfnissen der Bewohner.
• Organisation von Ausflügen und externen Unterhaltungsangeboten.

Skills

Erfahrung mit Demenzbewohnern

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Motivationsfähigkeiten

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Woodlands Care Home, 4 Wigan Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 3RJ

Do you have the oomph! to join our team?

Harbour Healthcare is recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Bolton. We set high standards for resident care, and being an Activities Coordinator means joining a team that prioritizes residents' care and comfort. 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 all in their care receive a ‘first class’ service.

Whether you are an experienced Activities Coordinator looking to bring your high standards or new to activities but confident you can make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Are you the ‘special person’ we are searching for? We would love to meet you — come and join the Harbour Team!

What are the tangible benefits of working for Harbour?

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel, entertainment, and more!
• Flex Earn – earned wage access
• FREE face-to-face counselling for you and your family
• £ voucher available monthly for ‘Employee of the Month’
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Blue Light Card – discounts across many retailers
• Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses
• Cashback card – save up to £ annually at major brands
• FREE meditation series
• FREE wellbeing podcasts and 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 £ for referring a friend
• On-site parking

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with residents living with dementia
• Have a genuine interest in residents
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively as part of the Activities Team
• Be able to motivate participation
• Have good organisational skills
• Manage time effectively and plan ahead
• Build residents’ self-esteem
• Stay informed about new activities

Role and responsibilities include (not an exhaustive list):

• Assist in organising and coordinating activities tailored to individual needs and group events, including themed activities based on holidays and traditions
• Book external entertainers and suppliers
• Organise community trips, considering transport and accessibility
• Contribute to planning a stimulating activity programme to enhance residents’ quality of life
• Maintain records of resident participation and review needs regularly
• Keep a portfolio of activities available within the Home and the community
• Participate in fundraising events as needed

General duties:

• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Complete mandatory and developmental training
• Communicate effectively with staff, relatives, visitors, and professional agencies
• Practice and promote safe working practices within the Home