Activity Coordinator - Leeds, United Kingdom - Orchard Care Homes
Description
Extraordinary People, Exceptional CareAre you out going, love to stand up in front of a crowd and have an imagination like no other?
The role of an Activities Co-ordinator might be your casting call
Activities Coordinator - Paisley Lodge Dementia Care Home
£11.44 per hour
Location:
Hopton Mews, Armley, Leeds, LS12 3UA
We are not able to offer Sponsorship for this position.
Introduction to the role
Whether it is creating an interactive film day, decorating one of the lounges as a tearoom or hosting a sing-along session, our Activity Coordinators are centre stage in homes.
Activities in our homes play vital part in maintaining the physical and mental well-being of the people living within the home.
Working alongside the individuals, their families and home staff, you will create daily activities that are engaging, fun, meaningful and memory evoking.
Alongside home-based activities, you will coordinate external performers, building relationships with individuals and organisations to deliver a wide range of activities.
You may also support the homes to maintain their social media platforms, capturing moments to share with families and promote the home within the local community.
Main Duties
Plan & gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with individuals, care staff & relatives.
Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, and entertainment.
Accompany people on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.
Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for individuals who wish to attend religious services.
About Orchard Care Homes
Just a mile west of the centre of Leeds, Paisley Lodge is located in the bustling local community of Armley and has been designed to support residents with dementia.
We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
We believe in investing in our people.Your professional development is actively encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
Benefits:
Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
Recognition schemes, such as 'Making a Difference' and an annual awards ceremony, recognising our dedicated staff team.
Free Uniform and car parking.
Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues
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