Overview
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £11.44 – £11.44
Partner Org: White Lodge Charity
Adult Day Activities Assistant: Accountabilities and Tasks1. To build relationships with the adults attending to enable you to engage with them in the most effective way.2. To work with adults of all ages to provide a varied and engaging programme of activities.3. To be knowledgeable and up to date with all activities / sessions running, giving people attending Rendezvous advice and guidance on the suitability of all programmes to enable them to reach their desired outcomes.4. Using the knowledge, you develop of the interests and preferences of the members to contribute to the planning and provision of a varied and engaging timetable.5. Follow all safeguarding processes where there are any concerns relating to the adults and those they come in contact with.6. To work with people in the wider community to broaden social, leisure and educational interests encouraging people to take an active part in their local community.7. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting therapy staff to encourage members to encompass therapy into their everyday lives.8. Support volunteers and assist in their training and development. 9. Ensure the adults physical comfort, especially when moving and handling practices are required (moving and handling training will be given)10. Ensuring that the adults health and wellbeing needs are met, including the administration of medication where required.11. All members of the team have a duty of care to meet the personal care requirements of people accessing the service. Ensuring they are physically comfortable, assisting with mealtimes, being observant and maintaining the dignity of members at all times. 12. To work effectively with families, colleagues and other professionals to provide a cohesive and coordinated service, attending reviews and meetings when required13. Keep detailed records, contribute to written reports, arrange assessments when needed and attend annual reviews. 14. This role has physical aspects for example hoisting and providing personal care, you need to be able to physically support dependent individuals.Service and personal Development1. Staff are expected to attend all relevant meetings wherever possible contributing to the discussions to develop and promote good practise across the service.2. Attend training to comply with legislation and to meet the individual needs of the adults3. Reflect on areas for development and seek ways to continuously improve practice.
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Adult Day Activities Assistant: Personal Requirements for the RoleQualifications Required for the Role1. Recognised professional qualification – NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent would be desirable but not essential.Experience / Knowledge Required for the Role1. One years’ experience working with disabled adults/young people or children desirable but not essential.Other Requirements1. A full driving licence with D1 entitlement is desirable but not essential
