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Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for an Activities Coordinator in Chard. Harbour Healthcare set high standards for resident care, and being an activities coordinator will mean that you are joining a team that put residents care and comfort before everything else. Our staff are professional, respectful, responsible, well trained and have high expectations of themselves and each other. Above all, they work as a team to ensure that all in their care receive a ‘first class’ service.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in organising and coordinating activities tailored to the needs and abilities of individuals, as well as group activities
Booking external suppliers to provide entertainment
Organising trips out in the local community, considering transport arrangements and accessibility
Contribute to the planning of a varied and stimulating activity programme to enhance the quality of life for each resident
Maintain written records of resident participation and regularly review resident needs
Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community
Participate in fundraising events as required
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Complete all mandatory training and other training identified to develop skills
Communicate effectively with other staff, relatives, and visitors including professional agencies
Practice and promote safe working practices within the Home
Requirements:
Experienced in working with residents living with dementia
Have a genuine interest in our residents
Have good communication and interpersonal skills
Work effectively as part of the Activities Team
Have the ability to motivate people to participate
Have good organisational skills
Have good time management and the ability to schedule and plan ahead
Build self-esteem
Keep up to date and informed about new activities
What we offer:
Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment and lots more
Flex Earn – Earned wage access
FREE face-to-face counselling, for you and your family
Staff recognition award ceremonies
£30 voucher available every month for the nominated ‘Employee of the month’
Opportunities for training and career progression
Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
Blue Light Card – up to 50% discount across 100’s of retailers
Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses
Cashback card – save up to £500 annually, can be used at over 80 big brands
Wellbeing portal: FREE meditation series, FREE wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events, FREE mental health support programmes, FREE workout plans, FREE Live digital gym classes, FREE mindset and wellbeing series
Seasonal Company events, competitions and incentives
Refer a friend scheme – earn upto £250 when referring a friend to work for Harbour Healthcare