Activities Organiser

Asociacion Mexicana de Hoteles y Moteles de Tabasco A.C.; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Reading is seeking an Activities Organiser to enhance residents' quality of life through engaging activities. The ideal candidate will support the Engagement Lead in planning and promoting a comprehensive activity program, ensuring residents' needs and interests are met. Essential skills include effective communication, time management, and the ability to motivate others. This permanent role involves 18 hours of work in a caring environment, focusing on the wellbeing of residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate and encourage activities suitable for all residents.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage own time effectively.
• To hold a clean full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Engagement Lead in developing an engaging activity programme.
• Promote a whole team approach to Engagement and Wellbeing.
• Work with the Engagement Lead to plan activities.
• Enter details of activities into residents' care plan using the MCM system.
• Provide support and companionship during activities.

Skills

Motivation skills

Effective communication

Strong IT skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Job description

We are looking for an Activities Organiser who will support the Engagement Lead to enhance the residents' quality of life through a lifestyle programme and framework that stimulates meaningful engagement and will positively impact wellbeing in the home.

Rate of Pay

To be discussed at interview

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Hours

18 hours

Reading - Lakeside

Care & Wellbeing

Working in care can be challenging, but it's also one of the most rewarding jobs that you can do. When you join the B&M Care family, our 'whole home approach' ensures that you will be supported as part of a caring, compassionate team.

Duties And Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To

• Support the Engagement Lead in developing an engaging and meaningful activity programme.
• Promote a whole team approach to Engagement and Wellbeing; planning within the B&M activity framework.
• To work in line with the Company's culture and ethos promoting Commitment, Connection and Compassion within daily duties.
• Work with the Engagement Lead to plan activities for any hours on duty as Activity Organiser; ensuring there are suitable resources and the environment is appropriate.
• Enter details of activities undertaken and levels of engagement in to the residents' care plan; using the MCM system
• Prepare resources in advance and have the space set up as required.
• Consult with the Engagement Lead on any plans and in particular to request any additional resources that may be required.
• Provide support and companionship during activities.
• Identify any special interest/s that each resident may have and plan activities to support this.
• Ensure that areas around the home are attractive, safe and accessible for residents; reporting any concerns to the Engagement Lead.

Essential Skills, Characteristics And Experience

• Ability to motivate & encourage activities within the home suitable for all residents.
• Effective communication skills, both written & verbal.
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible within role.
• Ability to manage own time effectively.
• To uphold confidentiality at all times.
• To hold a clean full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous experience of event planning.
• Understanding & knowledge of person centred care.
• Desire to develop within role.