Part-Time Activities Co-Ordinator

Part-Time Activity Co-Ordinator required for Summerdale Court Care Home, London, E16 To organise and provide a varied and appropriate programme of activity, showing consideration for the needs, wishes and desires of the individual residents RESPONSIBILITIES: ⇒ Identify resident activity needs and wishes through assessment, observation and discussion. ⇒ Liaise with residents, relatives, friends of residents and staff to ensure full knowledge of the resident’s likes, dislikes, interests, abilities and difficulties. ⇒ Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events, individual sessions, involving internal and external sources and involving community based resources. ⇒ Plan a varied programme of activity based around the needs of the resident group using the identified sources in conjunction with the Home Manager and other colleagues. ⇒ Advertise the planned programme in an appropriate manner that encourages involvement of all residents, relatives and staff. ⇒ Provide activities based on the planned programme in a flexible manner, allowing for necessary changes. ⇒ Maintain written records of resident assessments, resident participation and activity evaluations in line with the Quality Manual. ⇒ Maintain a portfolio of information, including the range of activities available within the Home and the local community. ⇒ Regularly review resident needs, the programme of activities and levels of participation, in conjunction with the Home Manager. ⇒ Organise theme events as required, based on local holidays, traditions, etc. ⇒ Organise outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements. ⇒ Participate in fund raising events as required. ⇒ Some events may be outside your normal working day and it is expected that you would attend these as and when appropriate. ⇒ Participate in training and support meetings as required. ⇒ Adhere to Policies and Procedures with the Quality Manual. ⇒ Expect to undertake other such duties as may from time to time be required. Sponsorship not available Job Types: Part-Time, Permanent Pay: £11.50-£12.50 per hour Schedule: Day shift
Work Location: In person Job Type: Part-time Pay: Up to £12.50 per hour