Overview
Activities Coordinator role at Harbour Healthcare
Harbour Healthcare sets high standards for resident care. As an Activities Coordinator you will join a team that puts resident care and comfort first. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other, and work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a 'first class' service.
Base pay range
£12.75 per hour
Location
Clumber House Care Home, 81 Dickens Lane, Poynton, SK12 1NT
Hours
30 hours per week, every other weekend, over 4 days per week
What you will do
* Be experienced in working with residents living with dementia
* Have a genuine interest in our residents
* Have good communication and interpersonal skills
* Work effectively as part of the Activities Team
* Have the ability to motivate people to participate
* Have good organisational skills
* Have good time management and the ability to schedule and plan ahead
* Build self-esteem
* Keep up to date and informed about new activities
Role responsibilities
* To assist in organising and coordinating activities that are tailored to the needs and abilities of individuals, as well as group activities that will bring individuals together. These would include themed events based on local holidays and traditions
* Booking external suppliers to provide entertainment
* Organising trips out in the local community, considering transport arrangements and accessibility
* To contribute to the planning of a varied and stimulating activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident within the Home
* Maintain written records of resident participation and regularly review resident needs
* Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community
* Participate in fundraising events as required
General responsibilities
* To attend and participate in staff meetings
* Complete all mandatory training and other training identified to develop skills
* To communicate effectively with other staff, relatives, and visitors including professional agencies
* To practice and promote safe working practices within the Home
Benefits
* Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment and lots more
* Free face-to-face counselling, for you and your family
* Staff recognition award ceremonies
* £30 voucher available every month for the nominated Employee of the month
* Opportunities for training and career progression
* Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
* Blue Light Card - up to 50% discount across 100s of retailers
* Access to a free eye test and discounted glasses
* Cashback card - save up to £500 annually, can be used at over 80 big brands
* Wellbeing portal: free meditation series, wellbeing podcasts and live virtual events, mental health support programmes, workout plans, live digital gym classes and mindset and wellbeing series
* Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives
* Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £250 when referring a friend to work for Harbour Healthcare
* On-site parking
Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Administrative
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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