Activity Coordinator
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for planning social and meaningful activities for our inpatients living with mental health. Using practical, communication and creative skills to provide a flexible programme of groups and individual activities on and off the ward. The post holder will be expected to work rotational.
Shifts covering weekdays, evenings and weekends. The activities provided will vary depending on the individuals needs, and the patient group at the time.
The post holder will be informed by close multi-disciplinary team working and contribute in ward meetings, the daily risk meeting and may include developing additional skills and working relationships with other colleagues, including volunteers, to expand the social and recreational opportunities available in line with evolving service needs.
Main duties of the job
This post is primarily focussed upon working within the CAMHS adolescent in-patient unit, but will also involve working closely with the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly community CAMHS team, including working with young people who are attending the day-patient facility, to ensure a seamless whole service approach. The role of Activity Coordinator / Healthcare Assistant involves working a rotational shift pattern, including day and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required. The role includes supporting the multidisciplinary team's assessment, planning and delivery of care needs of young people who have been admitted to the adolescent in- patient mental health unit. The role includes carrying out assigned tasks involving direct care under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse. This may involve working on a one-to-one basis with young people to maintain their safety. As part of a team, and under direct or indirect supervision, the Activity Coordinator will provide high quality mental and physical health care to young people who are experiencing mental health difficulties and their families. The post holder will also assist in service and best practice developments, contributing to the evaluation of programmes of care by reporting to the clinical supervisor, registered nurse or other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health.We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases.Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon.As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Date posted
25 April 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 to £24,336 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
201-24-258
Job locations
Sowenna Unit
Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL31 2QT
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
- Qualification to level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant subject
Desirable
- Experience of working with people who have cognitive, physical, learning disability or challenging behaviour.
Skills & Aptitude
Essential
- Personal practical or creative skills eg. craft, music, art, cookery
- Ability to use persuasive, motivational and reassurance strategies to build rapport and engage patients in activities.
- Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
- Qualification to level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant subject
Desirable
- Experience of working with people who have cognitive, physical, learning disability or challenging behaviour.
Skills & Aptitude
Essential
- Personal practical or creative skills eg. craft, music, art, cookery
- Ability to use persuasive, motivational and reassurance strategies to build rapport and engage patients in activities.
- Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sowenna Unit
Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL31 2QT
Employer's website
https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sowenna Unit
Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL31 2QT
Employer's website
https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Ward Manager
Leanne Wadey
01208834234
Date posted
25 April 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 to £24,336 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
201-24-258
Job locations
Sowenna Unit
Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL31 2QT
Supporting documents
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