Activities Co-Ordinator

Job Title: Activities Co-ordinator.

Location: Mostyn Lodge Care Home, KEYNSHAM

Hours: Monday to Friday 10 am - 2 pm

Responsible to: Home Manager

Summary of Main Responsibilities

1. To create a stimulating and developing activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the care home.

2. To identify the needs and then plan, organise and co-ordinate activities for active daily living for each resident individually and in groups.

3. Plan and organise an activities programme that will maintain interest and progression over a period of time.

4. Assist with the preparation and distribution of internal and external publications e.g. newsletters, leaflets and the like.

5. Assist Residents in all aspects of their daily activity programme.

6. Assist and support the carers in developing and delivering activity programmes.

7. Encourage involvement in the local community.

8. To plan and organise external outings with appropriate transport.

9. To read and write reports and maintain individual records of activity participation.

10. To occasionally support the floor staff over the lunch period

11. To take part in staff meetings and attend appropriate training sessions as required.

12. Observe the home Health and Safety policy at all times.

13. Be responsible for the acquisition, safe use and storage of activity equipment and resources.

14. Carry out duties with regard to the home’s fire regulations policy.

15. To use protective clothing as provided by the home.

16. To respect the rights of residents including privacy and dignity.

17. To abide by all company Policies and Procedures in accordance with the Staff Handbook and Policy and Procedure file.

Person Specification – Care

SKILLS / ABILITIES

· Genuine interest in working within a caring environment. E

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels. E

· Trustworthy and able to deal confidentially with sensitive information. E

· An active team player but also able to work on own initiative. E

· Ability to work under pressure. E

· Polite, courteous and professional approach. E

KNOWLEDGE

· Basic understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act. E

· Basic understanding of infection control. E

· A good appreciation of the needs of older people and their families. D

· Evidence of having undertaken relevant training ( ie lifting and handling; food hygiene; first aid etc) D

EXPERIENCE

· Previous experience of working in a Care Home. D

· Relevant vocational qualification. D

PERSONALITY

· Friendly, warm and caring. E

· Calm and able to think clearly when under pressure. E

· Organised. E

· Enthusiastic and self motivated. E

Key E - Essential

D - Desirable

Pay: £12.84 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person