Activities Coordinator
25 hours over 5 days (alternate Saturday or Sunday required)
Main aims of the job
To help create a stimulating and developing activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the Home, with the activities staff.
To organise and co-ordinate activities for active daily living for each resident individually and in groups
To plan and organise an activities programme that will maintain interest and progression over a period of time
Identify the needs of the collective group and individuals and tailor the activities to suit them.
To plan and organise external outings with appropriate transport
Key Responsibilities
Identify resident activity needs and wishes through assessment, observation, and discussion.
Liaise with activities staff, residents, relatives, friends of residents and staff to ensure full knowledge of the resident’s likes, dislikes, interests, abilities, and difficulties.
Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events, individual sessions, involving internal and external sources and involving community-based resources.
Plan a varied programme of activity based around the needs of the resident group using the identified sources in conjunction with Management, the activities staff and other colleagues.
Advertise the planned programme in an appropriate manner which encourages involvement of all activities staff, residents, relatives and staff.
Provide activities based on the planned programme in a flexible manner, allowing for necessary changes.
Maintain written records of resident assessments, resident participation and activity evaluations in line with the Quality Manual.
Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community.
Regularly review resident needs, the programme of activities and levels of participation, in conjunction with Management.
Organise theme events as required, based on local holidays, traditions, etc.
Organise outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements.
Organise and Participate in fund raising events as required.
Some events may be outside your normal working day and it is expected that you
would attend these as and when appropriate.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
