Resident Activities Lead & Community Engagement

Barchester Healthcare Limited; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee awards

Workplace pension

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Lead at one of our care homes in the United Kingdom. You will design engaging activity programmes, work with the community engagement team to build links, and update the home’s social media to showcase activities.

You’ll be warm, empathetic and organised, with the ability to motivate residents and staff. Training will be provided to help you develop in your career with us and deliver exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic and personable approach.
• Strong organisational skills and a driven mindset.
• You’ll receive training to develop skills and progress your career with us.

Responsibilities

• Create tailored activities programmes focused on wellbeing, independence and social engagement.
• Update the home’s social media platforms to showcase activities.
• Collaborate with the community engagement team to build local links.
• Spend time with residents and families to understand needs and preferences.
• Inspire residents and staff to participate in activities across the home and in the local community.

Skills

Warmth, empathy and personable

Organisational skills

Creativity for activities

Community engagement mindset

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking an Activities Lead at one of our care homes in the United Kingdom. You will design engaging activity programmes, work with the community engagement team to build links, and update the home’s social media to showcase activities.

You’ll be warm, empathetic and organised, with the ability to motivate residents and staff. Training will be provided to help you develop in your career with us and deliver exceptional care.