Activities Coordinator

Evergreen Care; The Municipal District of Greystones; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Meals on shifts over 8 hours

Free on-site parking

Fantastic training and career growth

Job summary

Evergreen Care in Greystones is seeking an Activities Coordinator to design and deliver engaging activity programmes for residents. You will plan events, coordinate daily activities, and work closely with nurses, staff and volunteers to enrich residents’ lives.

The role requires energy, commitment to training, and strong organisational and communication skills. A valid EU/UK/Irish driver’s license is preferred, with on-site duties at our Greystones location.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
• Experience working in Health/Social Care environment desirable
• Committed to undertaking further training
• Hold a valid EU/UK or Irish Drivers license with access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of care-focused activity environments for residents
• Plan and arrange a varied activity programme in agreement with the Nurse Manager
• Initiate and assist in planning and executing events and celebrations
• Organise and maintain daily activities, fostering a resident-focused environment
• Deliver activity programmes with strong communication to residents and staff
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers and residents to run activities

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Health/Social Care experience

Driver's license

Job description

Activities Coordinator

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 12 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

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 programme 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.

• Organise 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 programmes 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 organisational, communication and time management skills.

• Experience working in Health/Social Care environment desirable.

• Committed to undertaking further training.

• Hold a valid EU/UK or Irish Drivers license with access to a vehicle.

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. Greystones Nursing Home is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

About the company

Offering a fresh approach to nursing home care

Required Criteria

• Highly committed and dedicated to enriching the lives of residents
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
• Committed to undertaking further training

Desired Criteria

• Experience working in Health/Social Care environment desirable