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Job description

Create and plan activities and events for residents in Silver Birch Lodge Private Nursing Home. Oversee creating programs and supervising the implementation of activities. To assist residents who may have mild forms of dementia or physical debilities with activity sessions, reminiscence support, encouragement and general support within a nursing home. Will report to the Home Owner and Home Manager..

Responsibilities

• To consult residents in order to identify their social and recreational requirements according to their likes/dislikes, abilities and personal preferences.
• To ensure that all residents receive some form of social activity each week and residents receive one to one time, particularly those that do not wish to partiipate in group activities.
• To formulate and maintain a programme of activities for groups of residents and for individuals. To produce a weekly programme of activities and social events and ensure it is advertised within the home.
• To liaise with staff and management regarding special events such as birthdays, cultural and religious celebrations.
• To regularly assess the effectiveness of the social events and activities programme.
• To work as an active team member with your colleagues within the home to ensure the highest standards of care are achieved.
• To undertake any reasonable request which facilitates the resident's right to choice, dignity and respect.
• To liaise and consult with staff regarding the care of residents and particular activites that may be beneficial and stimulating.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Respect Confidentiality of any matters learnt in course of duties relating to reisdnts, staff and the general public.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a similar role desirable.

Further Information

Work time 9am-1pm to be confirmed. Successful Applicant will be required to complete an enhanced disclosure via AccessNI. Disclosure of a conviction does not necessarily debar any applicant from obtaining employment.

Application Information

Please email: info@silverbirchpnh.co.uk or phone: 02897 510392