Do you want to be part of a cohesive team providing excellent care in a safe, warm, happy environment that is homely in scale.
Stour Road Care Home in Christchurch is looking for a full time Activities Coordinator. Working between 35-40 hours per week, on a 2 week rolling rota, which will include some weekend working.
What your typical day involves
* Running a morning and afternoon activity session. Activities are tailored to our residents but can include musical acts, days out, exercise classes, visitors from the community, arts and crafts, the possibilities are endless
* Producing and updating an activity planner for the home, working to a set activities budget
* Supporting our residents and encouraging them to partake in activities
* Organising birthday surprises for our residents
* Ensuring everything is organised for planned activities, events, performers and co-ordinating days out
* Liaising with external companies and performers from the local community to organise days out/events at the home
* Assisting with breakfast, lunch and dinner duties (when necessary)
* Organising one to ones with our residents, this might involve reminiscing tools, puzzles, reading or just a cup of tea and a chat
* Updating paper work, care plans, activity notes and managing emails
* Supporting the home with their social media channels as required
Person Specification:
We are looking to employ a compassionate person to an Activities Coordinator role, training and supervision will be provided, however previous experience within a similar role working with residents with dementia would be preferred. We believe that most important are your own personal qualities and values. As we have a small team, we require someone who appreciates friendliness, kindness and who is an effective communicator. We are looking for someone who is equally comfortable to act on instructions or work on your own initiative. You would be expected to be motivated about your own training and professional development.
A little more about us...
VISION - "our dream"
To create a model for sustainable Social Care for the UK, whilst offering the most fulfilling employment in the healthcare sector.
MISSION - "our goal"
Excellent care in a safe, warm, happy environment that is homely in scale.
Innovation and collaboration to benefit our residents, colleagues, and community.
CULTURE - "who we want to be"
We aspire to empower others and act with compassion and integrity.
VALUES - "our guiding principles"
One standard of care – excellent.
A fair cost of care.
Cherish the extraordinary in all people.
Create a home from home.
A stronger team everyday.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person