Activities Coordinator

Athenacarehomes; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging and meaningful activities. This role involves organizing a vibrant activities program that respects individual preferences and promotes dignity. You will work closely with a dedicated team to ensure all residents are included and empowered to make lifestyle choices. With a commitment to person-centered care, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those you serve. Join a caring environment that values your contributions and offers professional growth.

Benefits

Fully comprehensive induction

Competitive salary

28 days of holiday per year

Free Blue Light Card

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in organizing activities in a healthcare setting is essential.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for enhancing residents' lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engaging activities based on person-centered care principles.
• Champion person-centered care and empower residents in lifestyle choices.

Skills

Organizing and scheduling events

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of dementia

Leadership and team motivation

Job description

As an Activities Coordinator at Goodwins Hall Care Home, you will be responsible for supporting the provision of meaningful, enjoyable, engaging and stimulating activities which are planned in the Home for our residents - we want to make memorable moments at Goodwins Hall!

About Goodwins Hall Care Home:
Nestled in a quiet area at the bottom of Goodwins Road, our 76-bedroom care home is known for its beautiful fountain centrepiece at the entrance.

Our sought-after care home provides a variety of high-quality care, whilst boasting a full activities schedule and amazing facilities. Our team at Goodwins Hall are dedicated, committed and caring and constantly strive to ensure all of our residents lead happy and fulfilling lives.

About the role:
The Activities Coordinator, known internally as Lifestyles Coordinator, will proactively engage with and support the activities programme in the Home. They will provide support to ensure other team members and residents know about and are engaged in the activities programme.

Salary:
£11.44 per hour.

26 hours per week, worked on a rota basis from Monday to Sunday.

Home Location:
Goodwins Road, King's Lynn, England, PE30 5PD.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of a meaningful, enjoyable, engaging and stimulating activities programme, based on person centred care principles, throughout the home that involves and includes all residents relative to them as individuals.
• Champion person centered care with all team members in the home to ensure residents are empowered to make, or continue to make, Lifestyles choices relevant and appropriate to them.
• To actively engage with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices at a level and pace that values the individual and respects their dignity and communication differences.

Training, Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience of organising and scheduling programmes of events or activities, ideally within a healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of our residents.
• Knowledge of dementia is highly advantageous.
• Proven track record for leading, empowering, supporting & motivating a team.

What we can offer:

• Fully comprehensive induction.
• Competitive salary, plus enhancements on bank holidays.
• 28 days of holiday per year.
• Free Blue Light Card & access to the Blue Light discount platform.
• Refer a friend scheme.