OTH) Activities Co-ordinator

Responsibilities To Co‑ordinate and participate in activities with residents and to assist with residents’ outings when required. To plan, organise and co‑ordinate a wide range of activities and events that provide positive outcomes and meet residents’ needs and interests. To ensure that the activity programme includes activities that are enjoyable, purposeful, age‑appropriate, culturally appropriate and that take into account the residents’ spiritual needs. To ensure that programmes promote healthy living, are flexible and responsive to residents’ changing needs and facilitate social inclusion in community events. To accompany residents on organised outings. To enable residents to participate in the programme through the provision of equipment, aids and support from staff or others. To ensure that the duration of each activity and daily timetable takes into account the needs and abilities of the residents participating. To encourage staff members, relatives and friends to participate with planned activities. To assess individual need continuously and provide one‑to‑one activities for residents, showing particular regard to rehabilitation and dementia care. To assist the Home Manager in planning the home’s special events around Christmas, Easter and Harvest. Record Keeping and Communication To maintain individual activity plans for residents. To ensure that the programme of activities is displayed in a suitable format and in an appropriate location so that residents and their representatives know what is scheduled. To regularly review the programme (at least twice yearly) to ensure it meets residents’ changing needs. To update and process computerised records as required. To maintain a record of all activities that take place, the name of the person leading the activity and the names of the residents who participate. To monitor, record and evaluate the success of each activity. To report any changes in a resident’s physical or emotional condition to the Home Manager or Senior in charge. To participate in residents’ meetings as required. Working with Others To liaise closely with Senior Staff regarding the suitability of activities for individual residents. To liaise with "Friends Of" to ensure a coordinated approach to events and activities. To provide activity reports and participate in residents’ annual care reviews. Health and Safety To be aware of the Health & Safety Policy in relation to activities being carried out and ensure any equipment used complies with safety standards. To promote safe working practice within the home and closely follow the home’s Code of Behaviour. In conjunction with the Home Manager, to complete risk assessments on outings as necessary. To comply with all CSW policies and procedures as required. Qualifications & Experience Evidence of an understanding of and respect for the needs of vulnerable adults and older people. Awareness of health and safety practices within a working environment. Experience of working with people with a learning disability and older people. Willingness to work flexibly as and when required. Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Experience of delivering activity programmes. Desired Criteria Appropriate IT skills to be able to use Microsoft Word and the Internet. About the Presbyterian Church in Ireland The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) is a Reformed Christian denomination with congregations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Rooted in biblical teaching, PCI is committed to worship, discipleship, and serving communities through outreach and social action. The Church supports individuals and families in their faith journey while addressing social needs through ministries, education, and global mission work. Governed by elders, PCI upholds values of faith, service, and integrity, striving to share the Gospel and promote justice in Ireland and beyond. Salary Scale: £12.40 per hour. Hours: 30 per week (10:00‑16:20, Monday‑Friday). May be required to work Saturday if required. Responsible to: Service Manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr