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SalaryJob Description: Activities Coordinator- Sutton
Responsible To: Area Manager, Team Leader or other person as designated by the company
Short Description: The Activities Coordinator is responsible for delivering Service User (SU) centred care and arranging SU activities in accordance with management direction and in compliance with company processes and procedures.
Specific Duties: The Activities Coordinator will be specifically responsible for:
- maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SUs care plan
- safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU
- fostering of a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged
- conducting daily assessment of SUs mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management
- supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms
- Chairing monthly Service User activity meetings
- promoting SUs health
- supporting SUs with developing social skills
- supporting SUs with their daily living skills and domestic chores
- supporting SUs with scheduling and attending appointments and day time activities
- supporting SUs to use public transport
- encouraging SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education
- encouraging the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation
- conducting regular two-way communication with Sus, key workers and management
- Key Work with designated SUs; and delivery of specific support as outlined in their care plans
- Complete activity schedules
- Arrange indoor and outdoor group sessions and activities
- Organise birthdays and special occasions
- Liaise with local authorities regarding social events
- Maintain an agreed budget
- successfully achieving the individual objectives set by the company
- enhancement current operations through continuous improvement
Generic Duties: In addition to specific responsibilities, the Activities Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring:
the maintenance of confidentiality of all information unless otherwise permitted by management
full compliance with company’s vision, values, policies and procedures
compliance with legislation and GSCC Code of Conduct as reflected in company procedures
undergo training and professional development as directed by the company
work in a manner that promotes team work and a collegial environment
active and positive promotion of the company’s image and brand
other duties that may be assigned by management
Qualifications: The following qualification, skills and experience are required for this role:
Preference for NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care with a minimum of two years experience of care-working within a supported living environment.
Strong living skills that can be transferred to service users i.e. all daily living skills etc.
Competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Internet applications
Strong English spoken, listening and written communication skills
Skilled in quality and inclusion
Motivated and enthusiastic
Ability to work as part of a team and individually
Full driving licence desirable and use of own car to transport Service Users
