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Activities Co-ordinator

Reference: AUG20173160
Expiry date: 2017-09-26 15:00:35.067
Location: Dalbeattie
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Full Training & Induction

ACCOUNTABLE TO: CARE CENTRE MANAGER

 ROLE SUMMARY:    The work requires a positive determination to understand and work alongside 

                               staff and service users, to promote their well being and to work as a member of a wider team.

 
Purpose of Position: To meet the needs of service users attending the Activities Group in a way that

                                  respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence.  To plan and

                                  run a weekly programme of activities for Activity Group members.

 

Principal Responsibilities: 
Ensuring appropriate activities and groups are taking place.

To assist residents who need help with activities of daily living and personal tasks

To help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of residents, through conversation, outings, sharing in discussion of past and present events, reading, writing, hobbies and other activities in accordance with the agreed program.

To be responsible for tidying rooms used by the Activities Group, storing and updating equipment.

To keep appropriate records of activities and assessment forms to review the development of residents involved in the Activities Group

To liaise with the key workers of group members and to take part in staff and other meetings as necessary

When time/opportunity permits, to provide mental/physical stimulation on a one to one basis for residents who are in need and unable to attend the group Activities.

To liaise with family, friends, volunteers and other outside agencies having an interest in the Activities Group.

To keep informed through reading and training of any new developments, which would assist the development of the Activities Group.

Develop activities that reflect person centered care and choice

Help to develop individual life stories

Assist in marketing and promoting the home

Attend mandatory and in house training as required

Abide by and understand policies and procedures