Activities coordinator

Evergreen Care; Carlingford; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible work schedule

Meals provided on shifts over 8 hours

Free on-site parking

Fantastic training and career developm

Job summary

Evergreen Care's Carlingford Nursing Home seeks a proactive Activities Co-Ordinator to enrich residents' daily life through engaging programs, crafts, games and gentle exercise.

You will plan a varied activity schedule in consultation with the Nurse Manager, organise celebrations and events, and deliver sessions with energy and clear communication.

This part-time, on-site role offers a friendly team, free on-site parking, and opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic.
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
• Experience working in Health/Social Care environment desirable.
• Committed to undertaking further training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and promote activities meeting residents' spiritual, recreational and leisure needs.
• Arrange a varied activity program in agreement with the Nurse Manager, including arts and crafts, games, exercise, sensory activities.
• Initiate and assist in planning events such as birthdays and seasonal celebrations and attend those events.
• Organize and maintain daily activities and promote a resident-focused environment, implementing special activities as needed.
• Be able to communicate effectively with residents, staff, volunteers and other carers.

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Health/Social Care experience

Job description

Job Description

Location: Carlingford Nursing Home, Dundalk Road, Carlingford

Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long- and short-term residential care and services. Although our primary focus is older person care, we also cater to other people who are in need of residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates nine Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland communities. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care.

To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses, and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It's not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.

About The Role

We currently have a part-time position available for Activities Co-Ordinator in our Carlingford Nursing Home.

Role & Responsibilities

• To promote through high standards of work, an environment that focuses on and manages the individual spiritual, recreational and leisure needs of the residents.
• To plan and arrange a varied activity program in agreement with the Nurse Manager in accordance with best practice, including but not limited to; arts and crafts, baking, flower arranging, card games, bingo, exercise sessions, hand massage, nail care, sensory room, attendance at religious services.
• To initiate and assist in the planning and execution of all events, such as birthday parties or other celebrations and seasonal events, and to be present during those events.
• Organize and maintain on a daily basis all standard activities, actively helping to promote and create a resident focused environment, planning and implementing special activities as requested by or as deemed to be of interest to the Residents.
• Be highly motivated and have excellent communication skills to deliver your activity program to a range of people.
• Be able to work well in a team and liaise with other staff, volunteers, and residents.

Applicants Must Be

• Energetic and enthusiastic.
• Highly committed and dedicated to enriching the lives of residents.
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
• Experience working in Health/Social Care environment desirable.
• Committed to undertaking further training.

Why Choose Us

• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible Work Schedule
• A unique, friendly, and caring work environment
• Meals provided on shifts over 8 hours.
• Free on-site parking
• Fantastic training and career development opportunities

Position is subject to Garda vetting and reference checks. Carlingford Nursing Home is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Bike to work scheme

Schedule

• Flexible

About The Company

Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland's communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group - all centered on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs - whether it's a short stay to recover from an illness or a more long-term decision to make a new home with us. We understand the decision to move from your own home is an important one for you and your loved ones. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make the transition a smooth and happy one.

Company Culture

To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It's not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.

Closing Date

Tues 3rd November, 2026

Contract Type

parttime

Salary

Based on Experience