Job Title: Activity Coordinator
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Activity Coordinator to join our team. As an Activity Coordinator, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of older people by delivering a range of meaningful mental and physical activities that reflect their life histories, interests, and preferences.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support residents to enjoy the highest possible quality of life, surrounded by love, friendship, and support within a Christian environment.
2. Motivate, guide, support, and direct care home staff in the home activity provision, under the direction of the Head of Care and in partnership with Team Leaders.
3. Ensure all staff are aware of residents' current level of physical, cognitive, and psychological ability, resulting in the provision of personally meaningful activities that engage residents and promote their wellbeing.
4. Plan, organise, promote, provide appropriate resourcing, and ensure the delivery of a weekly (7 days) programme of meaningful activities, in partnership with care staff.
The ideal candidate will have a flair for creativity, energy to make a difference, and be flexible yet determined in their approach. They must also be able to work 'in the moment' and pick up on subtle communication clues of people living with Dementia.
As an employee, you will be supported by a programme of continuous training and development. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK, health assessment, and enhanced DBS Disclosure.