Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator

  • Hemel Hempstead
  • Westgate Healthcare
Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator – Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire  Location:  St Paul’s Care Centre, Long Mimms, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5XW Hourly rate:  £11.75 per hour, plus 50p p/h weekend enhancement Hours:  Full time and part time opportunities available  Shifts:  To be discussed at interview (flexibility to work weekends is required) Job type:  Permanent Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare!  #CareWithUsAtWestgate We are looking for a compassionate and caring Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our family at St Paul's Care Centre. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today. What’s in it for you? The Butterfly Benefits: Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme) Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card) Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Refer a Friend Scheme Employee of the month Team social events Staff wellness fund Loyalty and long-service awards Employment Perks: Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidays Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications Comprehensive induction with a work buddy to help you settle in Free training and development   About the Role: Identify residents' activity needs and wishes through discussion, assessment and observation, and produce a varied programme based on these findings Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events and individual sessions, involving internal and external sources and involving community-based resources Organise theme and fund-raising events as required, based on local holidays, traditions, etc Organise outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements Support in the management of monthly activity budgets for entertainment, materials and outings in accordance with Company procedures Ensure risk assessments have been carried out on all activities and outings Complete digital notes daily to record and support residents' activities  Take photos of our residents around the home, create engaging content and update our social media pages on a daily basis About you: The right to live and work in the UK Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude   An understanding of Health and Safety An understanding of emotional, social, physical, psychological and intellectual needs of vulnerable people Ability to engage others in recreational activities Previous experience in a similar position in a care home is desirable but not essential  We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. WGHROB