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Are you a caring, creative and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older people? Do you believe that wellbeing is about more than care — it is about creating meaningful experiences, building relationships and helping people live life to the fullest?
We are looking for a dedicated Wellbeing Coordinator to join our team and make a positive difference to the lives of residents across our care home.
As Wellbeing Coordinator, you will play a key role in promoting residents’ physical, emotional, social and psychological wellbeing. You will help create a warm, inclusive and engaging environment where residents feel valued, respected and supported to enjoy activities and experiences that reflect their individual interests, preferences and life stories.
About the Role
You will be responsible for developing and delivering a varied programme of meaningful activities and wellbeing initiatives that encourage residents to remain active, connected and engaged.
Working closely with the care team, residents, families and the wider community, you will ensure that wellbeing is at the heart of everyday life within the home.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of person-centred activities that promotes physical, emotional, social and cognitive wellbeing.
- Get to know residents as individuals, understanding their interests, hobbies, backgrounds, preferences and personal goals.
- Encourage residents to maintain independence, choice, dignity and control over their daily lives.
- Organise group activities, one-to-one sessions, reminiscence, arts and crafts, music, gentle exercise, celebrations and community events.
- Support residents living with dementia or other complex needs through inclusive, meaningful and appropriately adapted activities.
- Build positive relationships with residents, relatives, colleagues, volunteers and local community groups.
- Encourage family involvement and intergenerational activities to strengthen social connections.
- Identify opportunities to introduce new ideas, experiences and wellbeing initiatives that enhance residents’ quality of life.
- Maintain appropriate records of activities, resident participation, feedback and wellbeing outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with the care team to ensure activities and wellbeing support are integrated into individual care plans.
- Promote a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment in line with the provider’s policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
About You
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, compassionate and genuinely committed to making a difference.
You will ideally have:
- Experience in a wellbeing, activities, recreation, care or community-based role, although transferable experience will also be considered.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
- A creative approach and the confidence to develop engaging activities for people with different interests and abilities.
- A person-centred approach that respects individual choice, dignity, diversity and independence.
- Patience, empathy and an understanding of the importance of emotional wellbeing.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to plan and manage your time effectively.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- A positive, flexible and proactive attitude.
- A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, equality and inclusion.
A relevant qualification in health and social care, activities coordination, wellbeing or a related field would be desirable. An understanding of dementia care and the needs of older people would also be beneficial.
Why Join Us?
At Kara Healthcare we believe that every resident deserves to feel valued, connected and fulfilled. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that recognises everyone’s identity, life experiences and aspirations.
As our Wellbeing Coordinator, you will help bring this commitment to life by creating opportunities for residents to enjoy meaningful moments, build friendships, discover new interests and continue doing the things that matter to them.
If you are passionate about enriching lives and creating a home where people can thrive, we would love to hear from you.
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Wellbeing Coordinator in Sunderland employer: Kara Healthcare
Kara Healthcare is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of both its residents and staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a commitment to ongoing professional development and career progression, employees are empowered to grow and excel in their roles while delivering outstanding care. Located in a vibrant community, our care home offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve, all while being part of a dedicated team that values compassion and excellence.
