We are seeking applications for the position of an Activity Co-ordinator for a permanent full-time role.
The Activity Co-ordinator is a pivotal post with responsibility to provide person centred, therapeutic and recreational activities to adults and older persons with severe and enduring mental health needs.
The Activities Co-ordinator will work closely with the nursing, care and multi-disciplinary team to promote each residents well-being and quality of life through our therapeutic and recreational activities programme.
This is a great opportunity to be an active part of a committed multidisciplinary team and to make a significant contribution in the area of mental health.
The closing date for this role is 18th January 2021.
To apply directly, please visit our website; https://www.bloomfield.ie/careers/current-vacancies/
Person Specification
The successful candidate will have completed a QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalent and will have a minimum of 6 months experience as an Activities Co-ordinator; Occupational Therapy Assistant; or Healthcare Assistant. Previous experience in a psychiatric environment is an advantage.
Mandatory Healthcare modules required are: Communications, Work Experience, Care Skills, Care Support, Safety & Health at Work.
Elective modules are: Recovery Mental Health, Social Studies, Care of the Elderly, Nutrition, Activities of Living Patient Care, Infection Prevention & Control, Human Growth and Development, Social Studies, Intellectual Disabilities Studies, Person Centred Focus to Disability, Nutrition, Care Provision and Practice
We offer first class training and a professional work environment with excellent career opportunities to progress and advance your career.
Our benefits include:
· Fixed roster patterns
· Generous shift premiums (25% night duty, double time Sundays and bank holidays)
· Contributory pension
· Further education supports available
· Comprehensive training
· Free onsite staff parking
· Subsidised restaurant
· Employee assistance programme
· Career development
· Flexible working arrangements
· Uniforms supplied on commencement of employment
· Dublin Bus & Irish Rail Tax Savers Scheme
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