JOB DESCRIPTION – ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT
Responsible to: Registered Manager or other senior member of staff directed by the registered manager.
Purpose of Position: To support in providing a varied and appropriate programme of activity, supporting residents to attend appointments, showing consideration for the needs, wishes and desires of the individual residents.
Values: To promote and adhere to the Greensleeves Care workplace values of respect, openness and responsibility.
Principal Responsibilities
Identify resident activity needs and wishes through assessment, observation and discussion.
Liaise with residents, relatives, friends and staff, to ensure full knowledge of each resident's likes, dislikes, interests, abilities and difficulties.
Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs including group events, individual sessions, involving internal and external resources and community based resources.
Advertise and promote the planned programme in a manner which encourages involvement of all residents, relatives and staff.
Maintain records of resident participation and evaluation of activities.
In conjunction with the Registered Manager, regularly review the resident needs, the programme of activities and levels of participation.
Assist with theme events as required, based on local holidays, traditions etc.
Assist with outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements.
Participate in fund raising events as required.
Participate in training and support meetings as required.
Adhere to policies and procedures within the Home and Greensleeves Care.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed; the job holder is required to perform other duties assigned by the manager from time to time.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 21 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Application question(s):
* Do you drive?
* Do you hold a visa? If so, what type and for how long?
Language:
* English (required)
Work Location: In person