* To contribute to the provision of recreation / leisure care to the patients of the Fairlie Healthcare Ltd and providing high quality, efficient as well as effective therapeutic recreation and leisure activity services, within available resources. In accordance with the direction and/or supervision of seniors, managers and therapists.
* To be responsible to undertake and organise recreation in and outdoor activities and develop exciting seasonal and cultural decorations.
Main duties of the job
* Providing leisure and recreation activities for patients with neurological disabilities or illnesses and a variety of meaningful activities, including arts and crafts, animals, garden, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and so on.
* Assisting patients with different recreation / leisure to reduce their level of depression, stress, anxiety and to improve basic motor functioning.
* Facilitating patients to participate in structured group programs, to improve and maintain patients general health and psycho-social well-being.
* Instructing patient(s) in relaxation techniques to reduce the level of stress and tension; muscle stretching exercises and active / active assisted / resisted exercises through a variety of recreational activities by using internal and external resources.
* Assisting registered therapist(s) and Nurses (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech and language therapist and music therapist) to develop patients recreation / leisure care plans which focusing on patients physical, social and psycho-social health needs.
* Recognising and respecting patients as individuals with the same rights, needs and emotions as everyone else, and promoting the dignity and self-esteem of patients at all times.
* Maintaining appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions with patients, family and carers.
About us
The Fairlie Healthcare Group is a leading provider of high-quality care, established in 1999. We specialise in caring for adults with neurological conditions, as well as patients with tracheostomies and who require ventilator support.
Our new career pathway means that whatever skills and experience you currently possess, you could fit into our pathway and progress your career with The Fairlie Healthcare Group, gaining specialist competencies and personal development along the way.
We are now looking for more outstanding staff to join us on this exciting journey.
Job responsibilities
Scope:
* To contribute to the provision of recreation / leisure care to the patients of the Fairlie Healthcare Ltd and providing high quality, efficient as well as effective therapeutic recreation and leisure activity services, within available resources. In accordance with the direction and/or supervision of seniors, managers and therapists.
* To be responsible to undertake and organise recreation in and outdoor activities and develop exciting seasonal and cultural decorations.
What will my duties be?
* Providing leisure and recreation activities for patients with neurological disabilities or illnesses.
* Using a variety of meaningful activities, including arts and crafts, animals, garden, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and so on.
* Community outings to improve and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of patients, including exposure to the local community.
* Assisting patients with different recreation / leisure to reduce their level of depression, stress, anxiety and to improve basic motor functioning.
* Facilitating patients to participate in structured group programs to improve and maintain patients' general health and psycho-social well-being.
* Obtaining patients' information from observations, medical records, standardised leisure / recreation assessments, other staff, the patients' families, and from the patients themselves to develop and carry out therapeutic leisure / recreation interventions consistent with the patients' physical needs and interests.
* Instructing patient(s) in relaxation techniques to reduce the level of stress and tension; muscle stretching exercises and active / active assisted / resisted exercises through a variety of recreational activities.
* Observing and documenting a patients' participation, reactions, and progress from different activities.
* Working as a team member in the delivery of meaningful recreation / leisure activities to assist patients to achieve / develop / maintain daily living skills.
* Assisting registered therapist(s) and Nurses to develop patients' recreation / leisure care plans focusing on patients' physical, social and psycho-social health needs.
* Escorting and planning patients for outdoor recreation / leisure activities and ability to carry out basic nursing care during outdoor activities.
* Developing knowledge and understanding of local resources to support patients to engage in educational, occupational and recreational activities in the community.
* Identifying appropriate candidates for volunteer posts and supporting volunteers in providing meaningful activities for patients.
* Providing a regular seasonal timetable of activities within the Centre to incorporate a variety of activities to accommodate all interests.
* Liaising fully with the centre management team when arranging entertainment.
What do I need to be successful?
* You must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
* Previous experience in the UK.
* Effective communication skills through verbal and written skills and providing excellent customer service.
* A passion for caring for others.
* Ability to work constructively as part of a team and understand your role and responsibilities.
* Willingness to undertake further training and development.
Whats in it for me?
* From £11.25 per hour depending on experience (which can rise to £12.25 per hour on weekends).
* Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
* Career ladder, achieving promotions and gaining your core competencies along the way.
* Onsite parking.
* Free meals whilst working on shift.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Free staff minibus service at the start and end of your shift.
* Free staff uniform and DBS.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* New and improved starter induction programme.
* Comprehensive on the job training & support.
Activity Coordinator
Shift: 40h per week - Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent - Full Time
Fairlie Healthcare are an equal opportunities employer, who value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.
Person Specification
Experience
* For this role, you are required to have the following attributes:
* You must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
* Previous experience in the UK, preferably in the healthcare sector.
* Effective communication skills through verbal and written skills and providing excellent customer service.
* A passion for caring for others.
* Ability to work constructively as part of a team and understand your role and responsibilities.
* Willingness to undertake further training and development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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