Activities Coordinator

Prestwick Care; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring group of homes in Whitley Bay is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator to plan and deliver engaging activities for residents. The role enhances quality of life by promoting social interaction and supporting physical and mental well-being. Ideal candidates are creative and patient, with a genuine interest in care. This role offers full training and support while allowing you to make a difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

Full training package

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount card for leisure sites

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in daily activity programmes.
• Promote strategies to improve stimulation.
• Observe care planning needs for residents.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Activities Co-ordinator

Location: Whitley Bay

Prestwick Care, an expanding group of successful care homes in the North East, is recruiting for an Activities Co-ordinator at Bay View House. The successful candidate will plan, organise and co-ordinate activities for active daily living for residents or groups within the care setting. The role also involves assisting and supporting carers in developing activity plans and organising external outings.

We are seeking an Activities Co-ordinator to join our team at Bay View House. You will plan and deliver engaging social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for residents, helping to enhance quality of life, promote social interaction, and support physical and mental wellbeing. The ideal candidate is creative, patient, and able to tailor activities to meet individual needs and preferences.

What We Offer

• Full training package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discount card for our leisure sites

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Residents in all aspects of their daily activity programme.
• Assist in promoting strategies to improve stimulation.
• Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records.
• Assist in the framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Home.
• Provide risk assessments in conjunction with nursing staff for levels of activity/outings.
• Report immediately to the Home Manager, or Person in Charge, any significant incident.
• Understand, and ensure the implementation of, the Care Home 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 the 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 the Home Manager.

Required Skills & Experience

• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Satisfactory DBS check

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