Job Advertisement: Activities Staff (Part-Time)
Location: Beechtree Nursing Home
Department: Activities
Hours: Part-Time – 24 hours per week
Pay Rate: €*****-€15 per hour
About the Role
Beechtree Nursing Home is seeking a compassionate, creative, and motivated Activities Staff Member to join our team on a part-time basis (24 hours per week).
This role plays a vital part in enhancing the well-being and quality of life of our residents through engaging and meaningful activities.
You'll be part of a supportive team that values respect, dignity, and independence for every resident.
Key Responsibilities
Resident Engagement & Activity Planning
Organize and deliver therapeutic, meaningful, and enjoyable activities tailored to residents' interests and needs
Collaborate with nursing staff and the Activities Staff Members to assess individual needs and develop personalized programmes.
Encourage residents to participate in planning and choosing activities
Ensure variety in entertainment (e.g., music, films) with no repetition
Accompany residents on outings and, if comfortable, drive the minibus
Documentation & Communication
Accurately document all activity plans and participation in line with Beechtree standards
Actively participate in team meetings and liaise with staff across departments
Care & Support
Support residents during activities, including helping with refreshments as needed
Promote dignity, respect, and independence in every interaction
Infection Prevention & Control
Follow all Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols as outlined in Beechtree's IPC programme
Complete IPC training and apply best practices in daily tasks
Maintain a clean and safe environment for all residents and staff
Team Collaboration
You'll work closely with:
Other Activities Staff Members
Director of Care
Clinical Nurse Manager
Nursing and Care Staff
Ancillary, Catering, and Maintenance Teams
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Experience in a care setting, ideally with elderly residents
Completed or willingness to complete an Activities Programme training course
Kind and caring nature with a passion for working with older adults
Ability to work independently and use initiative
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Hours: 24 hours per week
Rate of Pay: € €15 per hour
This is a part-time role with occasional flexibility required for outings and special events
This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve to meet the needs of the home
Join Our Team
If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of older people and enjoy creating meaningful moments through activities, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €*****-€***** per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:
Company events
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
Murragh, Oldtown, CO.
Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
Driving License (preferred)
Work authorisation:
Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person