Activities Coordinator

Activities Coordinator

Location: The Chase Care Centre, Hertfordshire.

Salary: £12.80 per hour; Hours: 24 hours per week.

Are you naturally caring and want to make a difference in people's lives? If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to lead our Activities team in our lovely nursing home, The Chase Care Centre.

The Chase is a large, modern care home which provides residential and nursing care to elderly people living in Hertfordshire. The home contains a number of unique amenities readily available to residents and there is a strong focus on outdoor based activities and keeping residents active and healthy.

Typical day responsibilities

• Designing and distributing newsletters to residents and their family members, updating them on events and activities.
• Implementing a monthly calendar of engaging activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor entertainment, themed days/nights, excursions and interactive games.
• Collaborating with the care team to support residents' social enhancement and sustain their wellbeing.
• Promoting the home and events across social media channels, encouraging interaction and involvement with the local community.

The role requires great communication skills, experience using social media platforms, planning and organisational skills, and a fun, friendly personality. Full training and ongoing support will be provided through a thorough induction programme and the guidance of an established team.

Benefits

• Company Pension
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday
• Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1,000 per person
• Employee Assistance Programme to support mental health and wellbeing
• Extensive training courses through the Healthcare Homes Academy
• Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities
• Blue Light Card discounts across retail and hospitality
• Recognition and Long Service awards

Healthcare Homes Group is a Top 20 provider within the care sector, delivering person centred care across its 48 residential and nursing homes.