Job Description: Activities Coordinator

Responsible To: Area Manager, Team Leader or other person as designated by the company

Short Description: The Activities Coordinator is responsible for delivering Service User (SU) centred care and arranging SU activities in accordance with management direction and in compliance with company processes and procedures.
Specific Duties: The Activities Coordinator will be specifically responsible for:
1. Maximisation of SU interests by liaising with internal and external stakeholders; and implementation of each SUs care plan
2. Safeguarding the rights and dignity of each SU
3. Fostering of a positive environment in which SUs are actively engaged
4. Conducting daily assessment of SUs mental and physical state; updating associated records and informing management
5. Supporting SUs to build their confidence, self esteem and their ability to manage their mental health symptoms
6. Chairing monthly Service User activity meetings
7. Promoting SUs health
8. Supporting SUs with developing social skills
9. Supporting SUs with their daily living skills and domestic chores
10. Supporting SUs with scheduling and attending appointments and day time activities
11. Supporting SUs to use public transport
12. Encouraging SUs into employment, voluntary work and/or education
13. Encouraging the cleanliness, quality, security and safety of each home and individual service user accommodation
14. Conducting regular two-way communication with Sus, key workers and management
15. Key Work with designated SUs; and delivery of specific support as outlined in their care plans
16. Complete activity schedules
17. Arrange indoor and outdoor group sessions and activities
18. Organise birthdays and special occasions
19. Liaise with local authorities regarding social events
20. Maintain an agreed budget
21. Successfully achieving the individual objectives set by the company
22. Enhancement current operations through continuous improvement

Generic Duties: In addition to specific responsibilities, the Activities Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring:
1. The maintenance of confidentiality of all information unless otherwise permitted by management
2. Full compliance with company’s vision, values, policies and procedures
3. Compliance with legislation and GSCC Code of Conduct as reflected in company procedures
4. Undergo training and professional development as directed by the company
5. Work in a manner that promotes team work and a collegial environment
6. Active and positive promotion of the company’s image and brand
7. Other duties that may be assigned by management

Qualifications: The following qualification, skills and experience are required for this role:
1. Preference for NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care with a minimum of two years’ experience of care-working within a supported living environment.
2. Strong living skills that can be transferred to service users i.e. all daily living skills etc.
3. Competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Internet applications
4. Strong English spoken, listening and written communication skills
5. Skilled in quality and inclusion
6. Motivated and enthusiastic
7. Ability to work as part of a team and individually
8. Full driving licence desirable and use of own car to transport Service Users