Job Description

Job Summary

Emmanuel House in Hessle is looking for a dynamic and compassionate Activities Coordinator to engage and enrich the lives of our residents. In this vital role, you will design, organise, and facilitate engaging recreational activities tailored to residents' interests and needs, fostering a vibrant, inclusive environment. Your enthusiasm and creativity will help promote socialisation, mental stimulation, and overall well-being, ensuring each resident experiences a fulfilling and joyful daily life. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the residents by providing stimulating activities that support their physical, emotional, and social health.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement a diverse calendar of engaging activities that cater to residents' interests, abilities, and care needs. Coordinate special events such as celebrations, outings, and themed programs to foster community spirit and resident participation. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed during programming sessions to promote independence and dignity. Collaborate with care staff, social workers, and caregivers to tailor activities for residents with disabilities or specific health conditions related to aging issues. Manage schedules efficiently to ensure timely delivery of activities while maintaining flexibility for individual resident needs. Maintain accurate records of resident participation in activities and document observations regarding their responses or progress. Foster a warm, welcoming environment that encourages socialisation among residents while respecting their preferences and limitations. Stay informed about best practices in senior care, Alzheimer's care, dementia care, and recreational therapy to continually enhance activities.

Experience

Proven experience in event planning within a care home setting. Prior work with seniors or individuals with disabilities demonstrating strong communication skills and empathy. Knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, dementia care strategies, memory care programming, and senior care best practices. Experience managing activity schedules efficiently while adapting to changing resident needs. Background in home & community care services or recreational therapy is highly desirable. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate residents and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Join us in creating a lively atmosphere where every day is filled with meaningful moments! Your dedication will help foster joy, connection, and independence among our cherished residents--making each day brighter for everyone involved. The role also includes Fund Raising in order to pay for external activities so experience of this would be an advantage.

Emmanuel is looking to recruit 1 x Activities Coordinator working 35 hours per week Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm however you maybe required to work the occasional evening & weekend to meet the needs of the service.

Any offer of employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check & 2 x Employer references.

A Driving license & access to a vehicle would be desirable but not essential

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person