We are looking for an ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR to join our team;
Greystone House is a friendly family ran residential care home, providing care and support for 23 residents with enduring mental health problems. This essential role helps to empower our residents, whilst creating a positive and engaging atmosphere.
The hours of employment will be 5 x 4 hour shifts per week (20 hours per week), this may include weekdays and weekends, mornings, afternoons, or evenings, on a flexible working rota depending on the planned activities. The successful candidate must also be available to provide additional relief cover for holidays and sickness.
The role includes:
* Helping residents to socialise within and outside the care home.
* Encouraging staff members, relatives and friends to participate in the activities.
* Organising one to one activities, and group activities to suit the needs and preferences of our residents.
* Planning ongoing weekly activity rotas in conjunction with the residents wishes
* Maintaining full and accurate records of activities using the relevant documents, in order to monitor, record and evaluate individual and group participation and success.
* To keep abreast with new developments in the field of caring for people.
* Fostering good community relations and assisting in the organisation of fund-raising initiatives within the home.
* Observing special occasions in the calendar by planning activities and events.
* Planning and hosting any special events within the home such as coffee mornings, summer fetes etc.
* To assist the Home Manager in actively marketing the home and promoting a positive profile within the community.
Person Profile
* Outgoing
* Confident
* Caring
* Creative
* Well organised
* Imaginative
* Good communication skills
* Previous experience within a similar role, or care setting, is desirable.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Carlisle CA2 4RS (preferred)
Work Location: In person