Activities Therapist

Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes is seeking a compassionate Activities Therapist for part-time work at Milesian Manor. The role involves designing engaging activities for elderly residents, particularly those with dementia, fostering a stimulating and inclusive environment. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and share a commitment to enhancing residents' quality of life.

Benefits

Flexibility of shifts

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast

Free car parking

Comprehensive paid induction programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with elderly residents suffering from dementia.
• Knowledge of care of the elderly patients' Charter of Rights.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement schedules of entertainment and activities for residents.
• Work closely with staff to meet residents' needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Education

Relevant vocational qualifications

Job description

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Activities Therapist - Milesian Manor
Can you make a real difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, as well as a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you. Our residents are at the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years gone by but also by knowing we are making a real difference in their lives.

Milesian Manor, based in Magherafelt, is currently recruiting an Activities Therapist on a part-time basis (22.5 hours per week) to join our friendly, caring, and progressive Care Home. This is a vital role within the Home, where the successful candidate will work as a team to create a stimulating and developing activity program to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the nursing home.

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a schedule of in-house entertainment, outings, and group activities that are mentally and physically stimulating for residents.
• Work closely with Nurse Managers, staff, and residents to ensure activities align with their needs and interests.
• Obtain approval from Nurse Managers before engaging external entertainers or service providers.
• Regularly gather feedback from residents and incorporate their hobbies and interests into the activity programme.
• Maintain accurate records (both manually and electronically) of all activities and events.
• Provide individual engagement activities for residents who prefer not to participate in group settings.
• Collaborate effectively with a diverse and challenging resident group respectfully and positively.
• Ensure adherence to house rules, maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and visitors, working both independently and as part of a team.
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence to assist with resident transportation if required, using a people carrier provided by Macklin Care Homes.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant vocational qualifications (achieved or working towards).
• Experience working with elderly residents suffering from dementia.
• Knowledge of the care of the elderly patients' Charter of Rights.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Company benefits

To reward the demanding work of our colleagues, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• A wide variety of training and career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team-building activities.
• Free car parking and uniform.*
• Incentives for employee referrals.*

*T&Cs apply. Please note we will only accept up-to-date CVs — without this, an interview cannot be given. We do not offer sponsorship for this role; if you require sponsorship, your application will be automatically declined. Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC. An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.