Activity Coordinator

Job Title:

Activity Coordinator

Reporting to: Director of Nursing

Hours of work: As per contract.

OVERVIEW:

emeis Ireland is the largest Nursing Home Group and a market leader in Ireland for elderly care. We pride ourselves in providing excellence in care, in warm, caring and luxurious surroundings. The emeis Group has an exceptional platform with a first-class reputation, allowing it to pursue continued growth in nursing homes, homecare, post-acute care and rehabilitation. ORPEA offer the best quality of care and services to further enhance the safety and well-being of patients, residents and employees in Ireland.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to create a stimulating and varied programme of leisure activities and social events, inside and outside of the home, for residents to enjoy. To work with each new resident to understand their likes/dislikes, abilities and needs to put together an individual social care plan and to evaluate regularly.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with planning and coordinating activities and events, discussion groups & clubs, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, off property trips, special events, in-house movies, instructions courses; such as, arts & crafts, seminars, workshops, presentations; Active Aging Week, health & fitness activities, customized activities for Alzheimer/Dementia and Parkinson affected residents, marketing events, holiday parties.
• To consult with each resident in order to identify their social and recreational requirements according to their likes/dislikes, abilities and personal preferences.
• To assist residents who have dementia with activity sessions, reminiscence support, mobility, encouragement and general support within a residential home
• To communicate effectively with the staff nurse regarding the wellbeing of residents to take part in social activity.
• To ensure all staff are aware of planned activities.
• To effectively manage the allocated social activity budget.
• To establish links with and encourage involvement of the local community.

SKILLS:

• Positive and compassionate attitude
• Kindness, patience and compassion.
• Good English, numeracy and writing skills.
• Your ability to understand and follow procedures.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

BENEFITS OF ACTIVITY COORDINATOR:

• Competitive rates of pay with yearly increments
• Comprehensive induction training provided
• Employee incentives & support
• Refer a friend bonus

REQUIREMENTS OF ACTIVITY COORDINATOR:

• One-year experience in geriatrics, social or recreational programs in a licensed health care setting within the last three years is preferred.
• Must have experience and willingness to work with people with memory issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and good written and computer skills.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic.

INDH

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Activity coordinator: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person