Activity Coordinator

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre

Dublin

On-site

EUR 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Continuous professional development

Pension scheme and insurance

Onsite cafe with discounts

Free parking and bike storage

Job summary

A purpose-built care facility in Dublin is seeking an Activity Coordinator to plan and deliver activities that enhance residents' well-being. The successful candidate will organize engaging daily activities, establish community links, and ensure diverse programs reflect individual needs. Applicants should have experience in a care environment and relevant qualifications. Experience with Dementia and Palliative Care is desirable. The role offers flexible hours and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Previous experience working in a Care Environment or in Care of the Older Person.
Dementia Care and Palliative Care desirable.
Knowledge of HIQA Standards.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging daily activities reflecting residents' interests.
Organise and coordinate activities for active daily living.
Establish links with the local community for cross-generational activities.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of the interests and needs of older people

Organisational skills

Problem-solving attitude

Teamwork approach

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent

Level 5 Applied Social Care

Job description

Activity Coordinator required for Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, Kiltipper Road, Dublin 24.

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre, a purpose-built centre established in 2004, is expanding our team and seeking an Activity Coordinator. Our multidisciplinary team provides a range of specialist care services including care of the older person, the younger person with a disability, people with Dementia/Alzheimer's and step‑down care, convalescence, and rehabilitation care services. Kiltipper Woods Care Centre provides outpatient rehabilitation and wellness therapies through our physiotherapy and hydrotherapy clinic.

Role Overview

In this role, you'll plan and deliver engaging daily activities that reflect residents' interests and promote well‑being. You'll keep programmes and information up to date, encourage participation, and support residents.

Key Responsibilities

Organise and coordinate activities for active daily living that will maintain interest and progression over time.
Meet residents, find out their interests and preferences and encourage them to attend activities.
Consult with residents about the activities programme and where practical and appropriate respond to their wishes.
Be proactive in forward planning events e.g., national/festive celebrations.
Establish links with the local community and encourage cross‑generational activities.
Research new ideas and keep up to date with developments in activities for older people.
Assist with producing the monthly activities bulletin and newsletter in collaboration with the MDT team and ensure that it is circulated to all residents.
Ensure the activities programme reflects the wide range of individual needs, abilities, and preferences, ensuring a diverse programme is provided that caters for everyone.

Requirements

Previous experience working in a Care Environment or in Care of the Older Person within a residential care setting.
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent or Level 5 Applied Social Care.
Dementia Care and Palliative Care (desirable).
Have a good knowledge of the HIQA Standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
An intuitive knowledge of the interests and needs of older people.
A 'can-do' problem‑solving attitude coupled with organisational skills.
Have a teamwork approach and a flexible attitude.
A commitment to undertake further training.

Benefits