Activities Co Ordinator

Windmill Healthcare Group; Churchtown; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Garda Vetting

Comprehensive induction and ongoing in

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Pension Scheme

Discounted meals

Job summary

Windmill Healthcare Group is seeking an experienced Activities Co Ordinator to join the Windmill House Care Centre care team. You will work with the activities team to provide a comprehensive programme of recreational, physical, and social activities for residents.

Reporting to the Director of Nursing / Person in Charge, you will coordinate a varied programme, tailor activities to needs, liaise with community services, and lead staff in delivering meaningful activities while maintaining

Qualifications

• Essential: Leaving Certificate.
• Level 5 Qualification in Health or Social Care.
• Desirable: Sonas Course Level 1 & 2.
• Experience in a Nursing Home or Social Care environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate a varied activities programme for residents.
• Review resident activity assessments regularly or as needs change.
• Identify needs of groups and individuals and tailor activities.
• Record attendance at activities using EpiCare.
• Encourage resident participation and build supportive relationships.
• Educate staff to provide resident activities effectively.
• Plan and implement events such as outings, garden visits, birthdays, Christmas.
• Liaise with libraries and community services to enrich residents' experiences.
• Attend training and undertake other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Skills

Enjoy older people

Patience & empathy

Excellent communication

Team player

Creative

Teaching & mentoring

Education

Leaving Certificate

Level 5 Qualification in Health or Social Care

Job description

Windmill Healthcare is currently recruiting an experienced Activities Co Ordinator to join our Care Team at Windmill House Care Centre.

Reporting to the Director of Nursing / Person in Charge, you will work alongside the Activities team to provide a comprehensive programme of recreational, physical, and social activities that enhance the lives of our residents.

The Role - What You'll Do

As Activities Co Ordinator, you will:

• Oversee and coordinate a varied and individualised activities programme for residents.


• Review resident activity assessments regularly or as needs change.


• Identify the needs of groups and individuals and tailor activities to suit them.


• Record attendance at all activities, in-house and external, using EpiCare..


• Encourage resident participation and establish open, supportive relationships.


• Educate staff to provide resident activities effectively.


• Plan and implement special events such as outings, garden visits, birthdays, Christmas, and other seasonal celebrations.


• Liaise with local libraries and other community services to enrich residents' experiences.


• Report any concerns regarding residents to the lead nurse in charge.


• Attend in-house and external training to enhance the service provided.


• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.


• Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding the workings of the home and its residents.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualifications:

• Essential: Leaving Certificate.


• : Level 5 Qualification in Health or Social Care

Desirable

Sonas Course Level 1 & 2

Experience:

• Essential: Experience in a Nursing Home or Social Care environment.


• Desirable: Specialist skills in cooking, gardening, knitting, music, arts, and crafts.

Core Aptitudes:

• Enjoy working with older people.


• Committed, patient, caring, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook.


• Highly motivated with excellent communication skills to deliver activities to a diverse group.


• Team player, able to liaise effectively with staff, volunteers, and residents.


• Creative and able to act as a good role model.


• Possess excellent teaching and mentoring skills.

What We Offer

• Free Garda Vetting.


• Comprehensive induction and ongoing in-house training/professional development.


• Opportunities for career progression.


• Free on-site parking.


• Pension Scheme


• Discounted meals.

Why Work With Us?

At Windmill House Care Centre , the Activities Co Ordinator is key to enhancing residents' quality of life through engaging, meaningful, and personalised activities. This is a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in the lives of older people while growing your career within a supportive team.