Activities Co-ordinator

The Activities Coordinator plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents in a care home setting. This position involves planning, organizing, and implementing a wide range of recreational and therapeutic activities that cater to the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of residents. The Activities Coordinator fosters a positive and engaging environment that promotes residents' overall well-being and enjoyment of life.

Key Responsibilities:
Activity Planning:
Develop a diverse and engaging activity calendar that caters to the interests, abilities, and preferences of residents.
Collaborate with residents, their families, and the care team to gather input on activity choices.

Activity Implementation:
Lead and facilitate a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, music and dance, games, exercise classes, outings, and educational programs.
Ensure activities are inclusive, considering the physical and cognitive abilities of residents.

Personalized Care:
Tailor activities to individual residents' needs and preferences, taking into account their cognitive and physical limitations.
Maintain awareness of residents' medical conditions and adapt activities accordingly.

Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of resident participation in activities, noting their responses and any observed changes in behavior or well-being.
Prepare reports and documentation as required by regulatory agencies.

Resident Engagement:
Encourage and motivate residents to participate in activities, fostering a sense of community and social interaction.
Provide emotional support and companionship to residents as needed.

Resources Management:
Manage the budget allocated for activities, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment needed for activities.

Safety and Compliance:Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations and protocols.
Follow infection control procedures and maintain a clean and organized activity area.

Evaluation and Feedback:
Regularly assess the effectiveness of activities through resident feedback, observation, and surveys.
Collaborate with the care team to continuously improve the activity program.

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in a similar role, particularly in a care home or senior living setting, is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathy and patience in working with seniors.
- Creativity and the ability to adapt activities to diverse resident needs.
- Basic computer skills for documentation and communication purposes.

The Activities Coordinator is a vital member of the care team, contributing to the emotional, social, and mental well-being of residents in a care home. This role requires a compassionate and creative individual who is dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors.

Pay: £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Transport links

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person