Activity Co-ordinator

Job Description

Job Title:

Activity Co-Ordinator

Contract Type:
Permanent

Salary: £29,713.46 Per Annum

Working Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday

Location:

Maygrove Road, Camden

Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsor ships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.

The Activities Co-ordinator is responsible for the development of a comprehensive directory of services and opportunities to customers of Riversides Supported Housing Schemes across a small geographical area, ensuring that the support service promotes empowerment and independence.

They will develop links with organisations locally to offer the maximum opportunity for individual growth for our customers.

They will provide support and advice to the team on opportunities for individuals.

They will also develop an organic programme of group activities across the pathway which will be delivered in a variety of locations, taking into account the customer strengths and goals. These groups will be delivered by a variety of team members including the Activities Co-ordinator and will include programmes of support, specific support led subjects and leisure and personal growth activities.

It is imperative to the role to work as part of a staff team that is committed to “best practice” in the social housing field, working with colleagues to ensure customers with specialist support needs are supported to the highest relevant standards and approaches.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience of working with vulnerable customer groups.
• Experience of delivering structured support in either housing or social care.
• Demonstrable IT skills to include basic proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel as well as a willingness to learn specific IT systems used within Care and Support; and complete relevant IT training where required.

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

• Delivering a ‘best practice’ support service, appropriate to customers’ needs.
• Co-ordinating the customer activities and supporting the Journey Coaches in the development and delivery of the support/resettlement activities.
• Ensuring the delivery of a programme of internal and external activities and opportunities, reflective of different customer needs, including culture and diversity issues.
• Assisting Journey coaches to support customers with day-to-day tenancy issues, payment of rent, claiming benefits through linking in with external resources or development of relevant groups.
• Supporting with referrals and assessments where required, working with potential customers to identify the most…