Activities Co-ordinator

Activities Co-ordinator focuses on to plan, organise and co-ordinate a wide range of activities and events.

What the role involves

• To plan, organise and co-ordinate a wide range of activities and events.
• Activities and events must provide positive outcomes and also meet identified needs and interests of the residents.
• To assist the Service Manager in planning the homes special events around Christmas, Easter and Harvest.
• To regularly review the programme (at least twice yearly) to ensure it meets the residents changing needs.

Skills and requirements

• Record and evaluate the success of each activity.
• To report any changes in residents physical or emotional condition to the Service Manager or Senior in charge.
• To liaise closely with Senior Staff as to the suitability of activities for individual residents.
• To liaise with “Friends Of” to ensure there is a co-ordinated approach to events and activities.

Confirmed role details

• River House, 131 Central Promenade, Newcastle, BT33 0EU.
• 20 hours per week: 4 shifts per week (worked flexibly across days, evenings and weekends).
• To Co-ordinate and participate in activities with Residents and to assist with Resident’s Outings when required.
• River House is one of 6 homes for older people run by the Council for Social Witness (Older People Services).

Additional role context

• PCI is one of the largest Christian denominations in Ireland, with over 500 congregations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
• PCI provide practical care in through nursing, residential and supported housing, day services and more.
• Build lasting relationships within a vibrant Christian community.