Wellbeing Assistant

4 weeks ago

Antrim, United Kingdom Healthcare Ireland Group Full time
Job Description

Are you a creative thinker and social butterfly? Do you have what it takes to be the Wellbeing Assistant in our care home?

The Home

Rosemary Lodge Care Home is situated a short 10-minute walk from Antrim town centre. It is a residential home with capacity for up to 42 residents. Categories of care include Residential Care, Dementia, Learning Disability Over 65, Physical Disability Over 65, Mental Disorder excluding Learning Disability or Dementia Over 65. The staff are always ready to lend a helping hand for any assistance required. They are friendly and approachable and enjoy learning about the lives of our residents as well as being able to assist them with participating with activities or just having a good old chat and cup of tea to ensure the residents feel comfortable and safe.

 The Role

At Healthcare Ireland we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by providing engaging activities and wellbeing initiatives that promote physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. The role of Wellbeing Assistant is to work closely with the Wellbeing Lead on providing a schedule of engaging pursuits that create a supportive environment where residents can thrive.

The Wellbeing Assistant will contribute to the planning, organising and facilitation of recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in our Homes. The Wellbeing Assistant will work closely with the Care Team, families, residents and external partners to develop and implement a wide range of activities that cater to the diverse interests and abilities of our residents.

 

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

  • Assist the Wellbeing Lead in preparing, planning and delivering group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting resident response.

  • Engage with residents in one-on-one or group activities, such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings and social events based on their interest and preferences.

  • Assist with the setting up and organising of activity areas, including gathering supplies, arranging furniture and displaying materials.

  • Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of records, case files and computerised information systems.

  • Stay informed about best practices and trends in wellbeing and activities for residents.

  • Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Lead.

Benefits

  • Paid annual leave

  • The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company

  • 4 weekly pay

  • Continuous professional development and training

  • Values-led culture

  • Overtime available at an enhanced rate

  • Opportunities for progression

  • Pension plan (if applicable)

  • Attractive hourly rate

  • Access NI

  • NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period

  • Uniforms and PPE supplied

  • Monthly incentives and recognition awards

  • Free parking

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons

Skills Needed

People

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.


Desired Criteria

  • At least 2 years’ experience working in a regulated care or support environment

Required Criteria

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with a good standard of written and verbal English
  • Well-developed communication, observational and active listening skills.
  • Experience in related field
  • The Right to Work in the UK

Closing DateFriday 26th July, 2024

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