Activities Coordinator - Lincoln, United Kingdom - White Gables Care Home, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln, LN6 5SA

White Gables Care Home, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln, LN6 5SA

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Lincoln, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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We are looking for an Activities Coordinator, to become a part of the team here at White Gables Care Home, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln, LN6 5SA.

Responsibilities:

Provide a comprehensive programme of activities that ensures residents are able to participate in a variety of activities that cover many interests and provide the opportunity to take up new hobbies.
Encouraging each resident, in line with their wishes, to take part in dignified activities and outings, with the other residents and/or alone.
Keeping residents refreshed and hydrated by providing drinks throughout the day and ensuring that they are offered snacks and nourishment between meals.
Assisting other departments and managers as required, liaising with other members of the team to ensure that residents receive an excellent standard of care.
Regularly updating care plans relating to activities and wellbeing, collaborating with residents, relatives and care staff, ensuring that the residents' needs are communicated effectively.
Communicate any changes in the physical or mental wellbeing of the residents to care staff.
Promoting independence and autonomy that allows residents to feel valued for their contribution to society now and in the past, ensuring that choice is offered at all times.
Plan events and outings, taking into account transportation needs and any other necessary considerations.
Adhering to professional standards, following Company policies and procedures and the regulatory requirements provided by the care quality commissioning group.

Required skills:

Excellent communication skills, with elderly residents, visitors and other members of staff.
You will genuinely want to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
Confidence to stimulate residents and encourage participation in activities.
A calm but outgoing personality with a passion for care.
Creativity and imagination are key for this role.
You will demonstrate genuine enthusiasm towards the role and the care sector.
The ability to take initiative and to have a positive, cando attitude is essential.