Activities Coordinator – Elder Care (Flexible 32h)

Virtue Integrated Care; New Ross; On-site; EUR 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Signacare New Ross is seeking an Activities Assistant to engage residents in meaningful activities that enhance wellbeing and quality of life. You will work flexibly, 32 hours across seven days, both independently and as part of a supportive team, using excellent communication to connect with residents and families.

The role requires a friendly, enthusiastic, and caring attitude, with the ability to run diverse activities and maintain accurate records, while upholding person-centred care

Qualifications

• Availability to work 32 hours over 7 days.
• Experience in social care, healthcare setting, nursing home or similar is desirable.
• Genuine interest in working with older persons.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Awareness of person-centred care principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and facilitate a variety of social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for residents.
• Encourage resident participation and support individual interests and preferences.
• Assist in creating activity programmes promoting physical, emotional, cognitive, and social wellbeing.
• Support residents during group and one-to-one activities.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and resident participation.
• Assist with events, outings, and seasonal activities.
• Liaise with residents, families and staff to identify suitable activities and interests.
• Ensure activity areas and equipment are clean, safe and well maintained.
• Follow all policies and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Motivate and engage residents

Record-keeping

Administrative skills

Creativity and organisation

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support

Job description

Signacare New Ross is seeking an Activities Assistant to engage residents in meaningful activities that enhance wellbeing and quality of life. You will work flexibly, 32 hours across seven days, both independently and as part of a supportive team, using excellent communication to connect with residents and families.

The role requires a friendly, enthusiastic, and caring attitude, with the ability to run diverse activities and maintain accurate records, while upholding person-centred care