An exciting opportunity for an Activities Coordinator has come about for a reputable Housing Association to assist with a 55 and over Scheme in Leicestershire.
Job Title: Activities Coordinator
Location: Leicestershire
Contract type: 8 weeks
Salary: £16hr
Working week: Monday to Friday 9-5.00 pm 35 hours
The role of Activities Co-ordinator
Carry out regular well-being visits to identify suitable opportunities for service users to engage with their local community
Assist customers to access Occupational Therapist advice/support
Work with service users individually and in forums to co-design activities: Arrange workshops/activities at the schemes which promote physical and emotional well-being and promote people's independence
To formulate and maintain a stimulating and varied programme of activities and social events for customers and individuals in line with the requests and choices of the customers
To establish and maintain effective liaison with stakeholders including health, voluntary, social and education resources.
Essential Skills required for an Activities Co-ordinator
Support work experience
Ideally experience organising events (bingo, day trips, general mental stimulation)
We are also interested in seeing CV's from: Scheme assistant, scheme officer, 55+ officer, support worker, activities planner.
If the role of Activities Co-ordinator role is of interest, please apply directly or contact (url removed)