Activity Coordinator

Location: Rathfarnham, Dublin 16

Hours: 78 hours fortnightly, flexible to work weekends

Pay Rate / Salary: €33-37k per annum

Contract Type: Maternity Cover (6 months), with potential for extension

Recruitment managed by Staffline on behalf of client.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Activity Coordinator to play an integral role within a friendly, dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team. The role will make a significant contribution to rehabilitation through therapeutic and recreational activities. This Activity Coordinator position will suit someone with relevant experience in activities coordination, occupational therapy assistance or healthcare assistance.

Why Apply:

• Friendly, dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team
• Opportunity to contribute to rehabilitation
• On-site role

Key Duties:

• Develop professional rapport with residents and encourage participation in appropriate activities.
• Obtain information from residents and/or families regarding interests and skills.
• Plan activity programmes collaboratively with individual patients.
• Organise, supervise and implement therapeutic and recreational programmes.
• Plan, supervise and accompany patients on appropriate outings.
• Engage patients in group and individual activities.
• Observe and record residents' behaviour, ability and responses, communicating observations to nursing staff and the wider MDT team.
• Participate in audits and maintain competency through required training and education.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 6 months' experience as an Activities Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Assistant or Healthcare Assistant.
• QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalent is desirable
• Previous experience in a mental health setting

About the Employer:

Further information about the employer will be provided at interview stage.

How to Apply:

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To find out more, please contact 091 423293 and email [email protected]

*Please note you must be eligible to work in Ireland full time (Stamp 4/EU)

Please note that this role is subject to Garda Vetting and clearances.