Activity Coordinator - #193468

Are you ready for your next career move! Blair Lodge is seeking an Activity Coordinator to join our team.

The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of activities and other leisure event in the Home. The post holder will,

• Enhance the resident experience;
• Enhance visitor’s experience in a safe and effective way;
• Be an advocate and role model for IPC and Blair Lodge policies;
• Contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s objectives;

Key Duties/Responsibilities

The post holder will focus and lead on the following key areas, within the organisation’s governance framework:

1. Enhance the Resident Experience

• Advocate for a culture of person-centred care within the Home
• Promote a caring environment where equality and diversity issues are respected, and residents and their carers are enabled to be partners in their care.
• Facilitate communication between all staff members and residents; relatives/friends
• Be advocates for residents, residents’ relatives
• Ensure compliance with the National Minimum Standards

2. Activity Planning and Coordination:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program based on residents' interests, capabilities, and care plans
• Plan a varied schedule of activities, including physical exercises, crafts, games, outings, music therapy, and social events
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure a balance of individual and group activities, taking into account residents' abilities and preferences
• Be able to drive to activity related venue's when necessary

Activities Co-Ordinator

Keep a record of activities, attendance, and resident feedback to assess effectiveness and make adjustments as needed.

Resident Engagement and Support:

• Assess the interests, needs, and abilities of residents to tailor activities accordingly
• Encourage resident participation and engagement in activities, promoting social interaction and a sense of belonging
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, building positive relationships and creating a welcoming atmosphere
• Recognize and accommodate the physical limitations or cognitive impairments of residents when planning activities, ensuring their safety and comfort.

Team Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with the staff to ensure the seamless integration of activities into residents' daily routines and care plans
• Communicate effectively with residents, their families, and staff regarding upcoming activities, updates, and changes
• Work closely with volunteers and community organizations to enhance the variety and quality of available programs
• Attend regular meetings with the activities team and contribute ideas and feedback to continuously improve the activity program.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate documentation of residents' participation in activities and their responses
• Prepare reports on activities, attendance, and resident feedback for management review
• Document any incidents, accidents, or concerns related to residents' participation in activities and report them to the appropriate personnel.

Continuous Professional Development:

• Stay updated on trends, research, and best practices related to therapeutic and recreational activities for the elderly
• Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences to enhance knowledge and skills in activity planning and geriatric care
• Seek opportunities to engage in professional networking and collaborate with other activities coordinators to exchange ideas and experiences.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The post holder will be required to:

• Ensure Blair Lodge policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his/her own actions and those of any staff for whom he/she has responsibility
• Co-operate fully with the implementation of Blair Lodge’s Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents/incidents/equipment defects to his/her manager, and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for residents, members of the public and staff
• Contribute to ensuring the highest standards of environmental cleanliness within your designated area of work
• Co-operate fully with regard to Blair Lodge policies and procedures relating to infection prevention and control
• All employees of the Blair Lodge are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within Blair Lodge, including residents, corporate and administrative records whether paper-based or electronic and also including emails.

All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 the Environmental Information Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant with the CWC policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt

• Take responsibility for his/her own ongoing learning and development, in order to maximise his/her potential and continue to meet the demands of the post
• Represent Wood Lodge commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to residents, by treating all those with whom he/she comes into contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner.

As an Activities Coordinator you will require the following experience and skills,

• Proven ability to develop and organise a range of events / activities
• Friendly, creative, and confident
• Computer/record keeping skills
• Genuine interest in working with residents
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident team player
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Experience working in a Care/Residential Home is advantageous but not essential

This Job Description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works.