Dementia Support Worker/activities Organiser

6 months ago


Llangefni, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in order to plan, organise and facilitate a comprehensive range of individualised, group and one to one activities for the inpatients in the acute care of the elderly wards. They will promote and encourage appropriate, individualised level of patient participation and facilitate patient activities that promote social interaction, enhance self esteem and help to maintain or enhance functional ability. They will support the multi disciplinary team in the assessment of patients with functional disorders and ensure their nutritional status is monitored.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

To provide a social environment and relevant activities appropriate to patient needs with minimum supervision

To work in collaboration with other staff

Maintain a safe, clean working area and ensure that all tools, materials and equipment are appropriately used and stored and are in good working order adhering to Infection Control guidelines

Participation in the organisation of the unit in conjunction with nursing and other colleagues to ensure the ward environment meets patient needs

To liaise with other Activities Coordinators and Occupational Therapy staff to enhance the scope of activities available to patients on the unit

To recognise and respond appropriately to any changes in patients presentation, behaviour or condition.

To report to qualified staff as necessary on misadventures or accidents involving patients or staff

In collaboration with the ward manager help implement the falls care bundle in order to reduce inpatient falls

Introduce a range of interventions to reduce falls and monitor the impact of these interventions

To participate in the units appraisal scheme To participate in in-service training as required

To work with the nursing team, patients and carers to ensure accurate completion of the ‘this is me’ information brochures.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.



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