Job description
MPA are currently recruiting for an Activity Coordinator to work within a Nursing Home Setting. This position will be based in Brookmount Nursing Home and have an immediate start available. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a varied programme of activities to stimulate and keep residents engaged either in a group or 1-1 setting. Potential activities could include: crafts and painting, reading, sing-alongs, working with flowers and reminiscence activities.
Role Responsibilities
· To produce and deliver a weekly activity programme for residents
· To ensure activities delivered are suitable for residents within the nursing home
· To ensure all records of activities are kept up to date
· To review and evaluate activities on a regular basis in consultation with residents, staff and family members
· To ensure confidentiality at all times in relation to residents, relatives and staff.
· At all times treat those with whom you come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
· To adhere to Association policies and procedures and assist with the proper administration and maintenance of the scheme.
Essential Criteria
· Must be currently registered with NISCC
· QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
And
· 6 months experience providing a service / support / care to vulnerable people (older people, individuals with learning disabilities / mental health issues, children and young people) in a formal setting.
OR
· 2 years’ experience of providing a service / support / care tovulnerable people (as above) in a formal setting.
·
Desirable Experience
· Previous experience of a similar role
· Administrative experience
· Experience of Co-ordinating fund raising activities
· Experience of liaising with external bodies i.e. Reaching Out: Connecting Older People (RO:COP)
Rewards
· Pay Rates £9.25 per hour
· Weekly Pay
· Holiday Fund
Further Information
· Hours of work: 12.30pm-4.30pm
· 12 hours per week (3 days per week)
I am keen to have an initial discussion with anyone who feels this could potentially be of interest. Please contact Sarah Wall on +44 (0)28 7035 7035 or send an up to date CV to speak further about this opportunity.
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