Activity Co-Ordinator

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

The chance to be part of a growing  hc

Continuous professional development & 

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland in Ballymena seeks an Activity Co-ordinator to plan and deliver engaging recreational and therapeutic activities for residents, working closely with the care team and families. You will develop a varied schedule that supports physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Join a team dedicated to high-quality, person-centred care in a home with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a focus on family involvement and continual development.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a good standard of written and verbal English.
• Well-developed communication, observational and active listening skills.
• Experience in related field.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, planning and delivering group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting resident response.
• Engage with residents in one-on-one or group activities, such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings and social events based on their interest and preferences.
• Setting up and organising of activity areas, including gathering supplies, arranging furniture and displaying materials.
• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of records, case files and computerised information systems.
• Stay informed about best practices and trends in wellbeing and activities for residents.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

Skills

Inspiring Others

Communication

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

Activity Co-Ordinator

Are you a creative thinker and social butterfly? Do you have what it takes to be the Activity Coordinator in our care home?

The Home

Slemish Nursing Home was built over 35 years ago and is located at the edge of Ballymena with a short walking distance to all the local churches and shops. Our care team has a long-standing reputation in the Ballymena area for delivering excellent Nursing Care in a homely, friendly, professional environment, led by a manager of over 20 years' experience working within the care home. We are unconditionally dedicated to providing Palliative, End of Life, and Physical Disability Care in which we take great pride, and this is very much recognised throughout our local area. The bed capacity is currently 37 and this will extend to 63 beds on the completion of our extension next month. We believe that you will feel the warmth of a welcome from our team - to our residents, families, and friends, with our 'Open House' policy to ensure family and friends can visit any time and have the personal experience of a 'feeling of home'.

The Role

At Healthcare Ireland we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by providing engaging activities and wellbeing initiatives that promote physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The role of Activity Co-Ordinator involves providing a schedule of engaging pursuits that create a supportive environment where residents can thrive.

The Activity Co-Ordinator will contribute to the planning, organising and facilitation of recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in our Homes. The Activity Co-Ordinator will work closely with the care team, families, resident and external partners to develop and implement a wide range of activities that cater to the diverse interests and abilities of our residents.

About the role

Main Responsibilities

• Preparing, planning and delivering group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting resident response.

• Engage with residents in one-on-one or group activities, such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings and social events based on their interest and preferences.

• Setting up and organising of activity areas, including gathering supplies, arranging furniture and displaying materials.

• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of records, case files and computerised information systems.

• Stay informed about best practices and trends in wellbeing and activities for residents.

• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

Benefits

• Paid annual leave

• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company

• Continuous professional development and training

• Values-led culture

• Overtime available at an enhanced rate

• Opportunities for progression

• Pension plan (if applicable)

• Attractive hourly rate

• Access NI

• NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period

• Uniforms and PPE supplied

• Monthly incentives and recognition awards

• Free parking

We do not offer sponsorship for this role .

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

About the company

Healthcare Ireland provides care services in an environment where individuality is emphasised and the privacy and dignity of all our residents is recognised. We currently have over 1,800 employees throughout our 25 Homes. We are incredibly proud of not only the work our employees do, but the quality of care we are able to offer as result of their commitment.

We started Healthcare Ireland Group in July 2015 with the opening of Bradley Manor Care Home. Our categories of care include general and dementia nursing, dementia residential, mental health, physical disability and learning disability.

Required Criteria

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a good standard of written and verbal English
• Well-developed communication, observational and active listening skills.
• Experience in related field
• The Right to Work in the UK

Desired Criteria

• At least 2 years' experience working in a regulated care or support environment

Skills you'll need

• Inspiring Others
• Communication