Sonas Nursing Home are recruiting for the position of Recreational Therapist based in Ballina, County Mayo, Ireland.

Role Summary

The role of the Recreational Therapist is to organise, promote and facilitate activities for residents in conjunction with the care team. Build links and encourage participation with the local community, voluntary bodies and healthcare organisations in your activity programmes. Establish and maintain relationships with residents that are based on respect and equality.

Benefits of Working for Sonas Nursing Homes

• Employee Well-Being Program
• Career Progression
• Training and Development Provided
• Induction Training Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Employer Discount Arrangements

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organise, promote and facilitate activities for residents in conjunction with the care team.
• Coordinate activity programmes that will maintain interest and progression over a period of time.
• Setting up and arranging rooms and equipment to facilitate activities whilst adhering to the Manual Handling policy and procedures.
• Identify the needs of the collective group of individuals and tailor the activities to suit.
• Record and update resident’s documentation on engagement levels during activities.
• Ability to build links with the local community, voluntary bodies and healthcare organisations.
• Promote, encourage and practice the ethos of person-centred care.
• Establish and maintain relationships with residents that are based on respect and equality.
• Effectively communicate with residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Encourage involvement from the local community to attend your activities programmes.
• Support and assist the management team during internal and external audits/inspections.
• Be committed, patient and caring person with a sense of humour and a positive outlook on life.
• Activities programmes must adhere to the Sonas Values, policies and procedures of the nursing home and the working environment.
• Must be available to work various days, evenings and weekend shifts when required

Education and Experience

• FETAC/QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or related field.
• Care of the Older Person, Dementia Care and Palliative Care Support Modules are desirable or willing to complete.
• Current and valid CPR, Infection Control, Manual and Resident Moving & Handling & Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Certificates (training can be provided if required).
• Previous working experience in Care of the Older Person within a residential care home setting.
• Specialist skills in cooking, gardening, knitting, music, arts and crafts would be advantageous.
• Possess a high regard for and practice good health and safety procedures at all times.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding services to older people.
• Full Irish Driver’s License is essential.

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Sonas is an Equal Oppertunities Employer.