Activities Assistant - Newtownabbey

• Assisting with the development and delivery of an activities programme (within the allocated budget) which seeks to improve the residents emotional and physical wellbeing, and which offers a mixture of both group and individual activity throughout the home on a daily basis  

• Developing strong communication links with the Activities Co-ordinator, the Home Manager, the Carers, the kitchen staff and the resident’s relatives which fosters co-operation and collaboration in the smooth delivery of the activities programme 

• Organising celebrations for residents, themed meals and events for families and relatives to increase the social activity and community feel within the home. [There will be times when additional hours may be required to facilitate outings and events and a flexible approach will be adopted in order that residents receive the greatest advantage] 

• Ensuring the individual rights of residents and staff are safeguarded by working within the regulatory frameworks set out by NMC, NISCC Social Care Council and the RQIA in a manner which underpins the Company’s values, policies and procedures. 

• Working with external organisations and 3rd party stakeholders to seek out voluntary and community resources available for incorporation into the Activities Programme 

• Promoting the activities programme and the outcomes of the activities programme throughout the Home (though the use of photographs and other means) 

• Assessing resident’s activity needs and developing resident activities goals for the written care plan. 

• Encouraging resident and care staff participation in activities and documenting outcomes 

• Assisting with the completion of stock checks of essential activities resources and reporting to admin staff for ordering. 

Health & Safety 

• Reporting immediately to the Nurse Manager or Nurse in Charge, any accident or incident incurred by a resident, staff member or self. 

• Ensuring that all Company policies and procedures are understood and adhered to, including fire prevention and precautions and Health & Safety regulations. 

• Maintaining an awareness of the Health and Safety requirements in the development of the Activities Programme and conducting risk assessments where necessary 

• Ensuring that all breakages and faulty equipment is reported. 

• Ensuring the security of the Home is maintained at all times. 

General Responsibilities 

• Completing all written records and activities outcomes in care plans in line with the Company’s policies and procedures. 

• Reading and following all the Company’s policies and procedures 

• Participating in staff meetings and mandatory training as required. 

• Being kind and courteous to all service users of the home, providing the necessary assistance and responding to enquiries where required 

• Promoting and ensuring the good reputation of Wood Green Care Home at all times. 

• Treat all service users, colleagues and other third parties in and/or associated with the Home with dignity and respect at all times 

Please note: Tasks and responsibilities associated with the role of the Activities Assistant may vary occasionally and whilst this job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the post; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list. From time to time the post holder may be asked to carry out additional reasonable tasks as appropriate to the needs of the business.  As such this role definition will be subject to revision as required  

Person Specification 

Essential criteria 

In addition to an enthusiastic attitude and a positive approach, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:  

• A genuine interest and passion for working with people with various care needs and making a positive difference to all aspects of their daily living experience;  

• A confident communicator with a good command of the English language, both written and spoken, who builds rapport easily with residents, relatives and colleagues 

• A dynamic and enthusiastic approach to the development of a person-centred programme of activities which accommodates residents of varying abilities and care needs. 

• A team player who can work effectively as a key member of a care team which is focused on delivering excellence; 

• Kindness, empathy and an acute understanding of the challenges facing residents as they come to terms with living in a new care environment; 

• A satisfactory Enhanced Access NI check