Job Title:
Activity Coordinator- Maynooth Lodge Nursing Home
Reporting to: Director of Nursing
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. emeis Ireland has an exceptional platform with a first-class reputation, allowing it to pursue continued growth in nursing homes, homecare, post-acute care and rehabilitation. emeis Ireland 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.
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Job Type: Part-time
Experience:
* Activity coordinator: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person