Activities Coordinator

Integrated Care System; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Care System is seeking an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging activities. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a genuine passion for working with the elderly. Responsibilities include planning diverse activities, coordinating volunteers, and managing budgets to ensure a stimulating environment. Join us in making a positive difference in our residents’ lives!

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

And much more!

Qualifications

• Passion for working with the elderly.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop and implement engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a diverse program of activities.
• Coordinate volunteers and manage the activity budget.
• Tailor activities to residents' preferences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Creativity

Job description

The Activities Coordinator role at Aria Healthcare's Dormy House in Sunningdale, Berkshire, involves planning and facilitating engaging activities for the residents of this 88-bed residential, nursing, dementia, and palliative care home. The successful candidate will have a passion for enriching the lives of the residents through fun and stimulating activities, and the interpersonal and organisational skills to ensure that every resident is able to make the most of every day.

Main duties of the job

As the Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for creating and implementing a diverse program of activities that cater to the varied interests and needs of the residents. This may include arts and crafts, music, games, outings, and other social events. You will work closely with the residents to understand their preferences and tailor the activities accordingly. Additionally, you will be responsible for coordinating volunteers and managing the activity budget. Strong communication, creativity, and a genuine care for the well-being of the residents are essential for this role.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a respected provider of residential, nursing, and dementia care homes in the UK. Dormy House, the specific location for this role, is an 88-bed facility that has been rated 9.2 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high quality of care and services provided. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and values employees who have a growth mindset and a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of their residents.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• 88 Bedded Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
• Rated 9.2 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm to enlighten our residents’ lives with activities that will be fun and stimulating! The key ingredients to being a successful Activities Lead is the interpersonal and preparation abilities that will ensure every resident is making the most of every day, delivering activities and ideas that bring out the best in those we passionately care about. If this is you whether you come from a care background or not, it would be great to hear from you!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• While a background in care or activities coordination is preferred, it is not essential. The key requirements are a passion for working with the elderly, strong interpersonal and organisational skills, and the ability to develop and implement engaging and meaningful activities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.