Job Description
_ Role and Responsibilities_
Work collaboratively to develop and participate fully with the implementation of a team based activities approach to achieving the goals of the emeis transformation plan.
Facilitate meetings with the activities coordinators to educate and enhance team work and service provided.
Collaborate with the activity coordinator leads to create a bespoke activity programme (daily & weekly), with monthly activity events of note and seasonal parties.
The bespoke programme should:
· Provide a broad range of activities to cater for all needs including both group and individual activities
· Include a diverse range of activities, fostering social interaction, creative expression, and continuous learning
· Be designed to maintain and improve residents' physical and mental health, including mobility, strength, mental acuity, and social skills.
· Focus on enhancing resident autonomy, confidence, and self-esteem through structured choice and skill recognition.
· Provide essential support to reduce stress and boredom, creating a tranquil and stimulating environment.
· Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner in accordance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.
· Provide a structured plan for seasonal events in collaboration with catering department, procurement, hr, marketing and operations.
Resources:
· Create an agreed equipment list with a guide on the safe use and care of same .
· Assist homes to utilise efficiently the transport services available to them and advise the appropriate staff on transport needs.
Innovation:
· Use initiative in sourcing and piloting new activity programmes /equipment, with agreement from the Quality department.
Records:
· Manage photographic documentation and consent forms for activities in collaboration with marketing department and with guidance from DPO
· Assist in the creation of agreed templates for accurate records and documentation pertaining to resident participation and activity outcomes
·Liaise with activity coordinators to report on resident engagement.
Risk management :
· Identify risks inherent in the provision of support to residents (e.g., outings), assess and document appropriately with the assistance of the H&S representative.
Money & Budget:
· Assist the director of Nursing and lead activity coordinators in the preparation and monitoring of the activity budget.
Training and Development:
· Be informed of current developments in activities in services for care of the elderly
Audit:
· Complete a biannual audit of the activity programme within each service, trend, analyze results and feedback to the Quality department for the agreement of an action plan.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
· QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support / Social care or · Relevant Healthcare Qualification (Degree) Desirable
· Activities Coordinator course · Evidence of continued professional development
Preferred Skills
· Three years’ experience in health/social care is essential.
· Experience in the nursing home/ residential care sector is preferable.
· A commitment to ongoing professional development is important.
· Skilled Communicator: excellent organizational, planning, communication, and time management skills are essential.
· A genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for older people
· Have the ability to be innovative and creative and work on one’s own initials
· Be computer literate
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €35,000.00-€40,000.00 per year
Experience:

• HEALTH/SOCIAL CARE: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• QQI LEVEL 5 HEALTHCARE SUPPORT / SOCIAL CARE (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person