Activity Coordinator

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for an activity coordinator to work as part of an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team including sessional workers and volunteers to coordinate and deliver a programme of creative and social activities. Duties will include the direct provision of group activity and one to one activity with clients in the ward or community settings as appropriate supported by the ward occupational therapist, ward manager and nursing will include the ability to work flexibly to meet service and client need with the expectation of providing sessional evening work from time to time as needed within weekly time.

Main duties of the job

To work with other members of the multidisciplinary team including sessional workers and volunteers to coordinate and deliver a programme of creative and social activities. Duties will include the direct provision of group activity and one to one activity with clients in the ward or community settings as appropriate. To provide information to clients about the ward routine and to ensure clients access information appropriately. To work flexibly to meet service and client need with the expectation of providing sessional evening work from time to time as needed within weekly time To plan, provide and evaluate activities for individual/groups of clients based on client need and in discussion with the multidisciplinary team. To provide feedback to the ward manager and team with regard to progress. In addition to the group programme the post holder will assist with one to one individual sessions with clients where required under the guidance of the senior /ward occupational therapist. To contribute in planning meetings and handover of information to ensure that important information is relayed and clinical care is adjusted appropriately.

About us

We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.

We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.

This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.

We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.

We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.

About our locations:

Springfield University Hospital, Tooting

Our largest, 19-ward site is in Springfield Village, created following our £150m investment into two new world class mental health facilities. A 32-acre public park, shops and cafes are coming soon. Close to shops, cafes and Tooting Bec on the Northern Line plus Earlsfield and Tooting rail stations and bus routes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work effectively as a member of a team in providing a programme of ward, department or community based therapeutic activities. To undertake skilled technical/creative and specialised support work, engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence and well-being. To work with members of the team to plan a culturally sensitive programme of activities to encourage engagement, promote enjoyment and alleviate boredom. To engage clients in the design and evaluation of the activity programme. To facilitate groups on the ward as identified in the activity programme of social and creative activities to an identified client group. To work with the ward manager to identify other contributors to the activities programme smoking cessation workers, benefits advisors, complimentary therapies. To implement and evaluate OT and team interventions as required, providing a range of activities that support the client to achieve agreed goals. According to service needs, to be responsible for designated case load under supervision. To work single handedly, facilitating group or individual work, planned with a registered OT To monitor clients progress, taking account of their environment and adjust own clinical interventions accordingly, promoting a recovery approach to interventions. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Person Specification

Training & Qualification

Essential

Formal technical qualification City & Guilds or Health & Social Care NVQ Level 2 or equivalent skills acquired through in-service development or experience Willingness to undertake the following within 12 months of appointment oComputing skills oGroup skills oFood handling Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

Desirable

Training or qualification in a discipline directly relevant to mental health work Undertaken accredited peer support worker training NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

oDemonstrable experience of working in health/social care/teaching setting oExperience of training others in technical/ leisure skills oExperience of working independently oExperience of report/letter writing and form filling

Desirable

oReflective practice skills and experience oExperience of working with people with mental health problems

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