Activities Coordinator - Culduthel Care Home

Our Meallmore team at Culduthel are ready to warmly welcome you as an Activities Coordinator within their Care Home. Located in Inverness, Culduthel offers a choice of modern, luxury private ensuite rooms and executive suites that include all modern conveniences and are fully accessible. We provide the highest quality 24 hour personalised nursing care for older people, including the frail elderly and those living with dementia and its related conditions.

The role of an Activities Coordinator in a Care Home involves planning, organizing, and facilitating engaging and meaningful activities for residents.

Your role as a Meallmore Activities Coordinator will include:

• Develop and implement a diverse range of activities that cater to the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of residents in the home.
• Coordinate and lead group activities, such as arts and crafts, games, music sessions, exercise classes, outings away from the home, and social events.
• To identify residents' specific interests, preferences, and limitations to tailor activities accordingly.
• Collaborate with the care team and families to gather information and involve them in the activity planning process.
• Source and manage external entertainers, performers, or volunteers from within the local community.
•  Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all residents during activities, making necessary adaptations and providing appropriate support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of resident participation and feedback for the families and Care Inspectorate.

Skills and Requirements :

• Previous experience in planning and facilitating activities for older adults, preferably in a Care Home or similar setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of person-centred care approaches and the specific needs of individuals, including those with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and excellent communication skills to engage residents and build meaningful relationships.
• Organisational skills to effectively manage activity schedules, resources, and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and engage families in the activity planning process.

What we can offer you:

• Wagestream (access a portion of your earned income – every hour of every day)
• Subsidised meals
• Hourly overtime rates available
• 28 days annual leave pro rata
• Free uniform
• Investment in your ongoing professional development, including our mentorship scheme
• Refer a friend bonus scheme (up to £1000)
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme

Salary: £11.15 per hour + overtime rates + benefits

Hours: 22.5 per week

If you want to be part of our Meallmore family and this sounds like you, please click apply.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
 

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