Diversional/Activity Therapist

3 weeks ago

Magherafelt, United Kingdom Burnview Healthcare Full time
Job Description

Burnview Healthcare is a group of family run care homes which specialises in Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Day care. Our emphasis is on creating a caring and secure environment where our residents know that they are ‘Living Amongst Friends.

Working as part of a team all our employees play a vital role in ensuring our residents are well cared for whilst promoting a positive and enjoyable working environment. In return, we offer our employees competitive rates of pay, full training both online and in person, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

We are currently recruiting for a part time Diversional/Activity Therapist  who will co-ordinate activities for our residents based on their abilities, likes and past times. This will include activities such as arts & crafts, music, beauty and baking.

Our Activity Therapists organise social events throughout the year and are involved in fundraising activities as needed.

About The Role

 Main Duties and Responsibilities 

Care Skills 

1. To be an active member of the caring team led by the Nurse Manager. 

2. To assist the primary nurses in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the activity provided for each individual resident. 

3. To discuss within the team all key issues concerning Reminiscencing and Activity Therapy. 

4. To maintain accurate, up to date records of each resident. 

Organisational Skills 

5. To have knowledge and proper training on Activity Therapy. 

6. To be an effective communicator, liaising with the multidisciplinary team where necessary. 

7. To be a facilitator, identifying the appropriate times to give support and to be a good listener and councillor when necessary. 

8. To be sensitive to the residents needs. 

9. Be pro-active to minimise actual and potential problems arising. 

10. Be aware of the requirement to exercise cost effectiveness with regards to the Homes resources.  

Personal Development 

11. To take an active part in the continuing development of the Home and its residents. 

12. To discuss personal and professional development with your supervisor. 

13. To be willing to attend study days/sessions and staff meetings as required. 

This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list. 

Burnview Healthcare reserves the right to amend this job description from time to time, according to business needs. Any changes will be confirmed in writing. Please note that you share with Burnview Healthcare the responsibility for making suggestions to alter the scope of your duties and improve the effectiveness of you post. 

Skills Needed

Relationship, Servicing, Nursing / Caring

About The Company

In all our homes we aim to care for our residents in a way that promotes independence and autonomy whilst giving each resident the surety that we are there to care and assist with their individual needs. Being family run with nursing experience we pride ourselves in being active in the operation of our care homes. We have high standards and are driven along with our management team of highly experienced health care professionals to lead our excellent staff in providing the optimum in resident care. We pride ourselves in adhering to the principles of accountability, involvement and communication and as such operate an ‘open door communication policy’ to all.

Company Culture

As family run care homes our emphasis is on recruiting and retaining the best people. We have high standards and are driven along with our management team of highly experienced health care professionals to lead our excellent staff in providing the optimum in resident care.We consider that everyone working in adult social care should be able to take part in learning and development so they can carry out their role effectively. We believe that developing our people can only enhance the care we give. We can all learn daily which can develop us both as people and care givers.Training from Induction to recurrent training updates will help to develop the right skills and knowledge so our team can provide high quality care and support.We encourage staff training either in-house or via external training organisations. We promote individual supported training, group training and practical training.

Desired Criteria

  • Relevant Vocational Qualification (achieved/working towards)
  • Experience of working with the relevant Resident group

Required Criteria

  • Right to live and work in the UK
  • Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Team player
  • Willingness to participate in Training Programmes

Closing DateFriday 22nd November, 2024

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