About this role
Job summary
Job Description:
Post: Activity Coordinator
Salary/Grade: Band 3
Hours: Full-time
Location/Base: CAMHS Inpatient Service
Responsible to: Occupational Therapist
Accountable to: CAMHS Inpatient Service Manager
Main Contacts: Internal or external contacts
Job Summary
To provide occupational activity to patients with acute and complex mental illness currently receiving services on the Hope and Horizon inpatient units. The activity coordinator will work under the supervision of a qualified OT to provide a range of therapeutic activities that promote health, well-being and recovery.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Main Purpose of Job: To contribute to the delivery of Occupational Therapy within the CAMHS inpatient service
Position on Organisation: Responsible managerially and professionally to the Occupational Therapist.
Scope and Authority: Under the guidance of Occupational Therapist, to be autonomous in the planning and carrying out of specified group activities
In addition to the usual interview you will be interviewed separately by a panel of 1 or 2 Young People (Service users)
Main duties of the job
Clinical:
To assist the qualified Occupational Therapist, as required, in the delivery of occupational therapy programmes on an individual and group basis.
To plan and deliver an activity program for the young people on the in-patient wards.
To coordinate the delivery of activities to support the nursing and MDT teams.
To lead on activities that promote physical health and well being and make links with relevant local organisations and resources.
To adopt a non-judgmental approach with the young people, which is based upon respect and dignity.
To participate in the assessment of the young people under the supervision of the Occupational therapist.
To undertake occupational activity that is age appropriate, promotes recovery, is valued and focuses on meaningful activity.
Contribute to the development of an overall occupational therapy programme for the service that provides a range of rehabilitative activities on and off the unit.
To contribute to the multi-disciplinary care planning process by attending clinical reviews etc.
To be able to work autonomously to undertake specific individual and group OT sessions as agreed with the qualified OT.
To assist young people to develop and gain skills for everyday living, i.e. budgeting money, shopping, cooking, developing social networks, accessing local services etc.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance Access to Continued Professional Development Involvement in improvement and research activities Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Job description Job responsibilities
Attribute
Essential
The qualities without which a post holder could not be appointed
Desirable
Extra qualities which can be used to choose between candidates who meet all the essential criteria
How Assessed
e.g. application form, interview, test, in-tray exercise etc
Education / Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English C grade
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social care
Evidence of further education
Application
Experience
Recent experience of working in health care or related area.
Experience of coordinating and running group activities.
Experience of working in mental health and preferably CAMHS.
Experience of working on a mental health in-patient unit either CAMHS or adult
Experience of working in an MDT.
Application and Interview.
Knowledge
To have an understanding of mental health difficulties.
To understand the importance of meaningful activity to promote recovery for young people with mental health difficulties.
Application and Interview.
Skills and Abilities
Able to act independently and responsibly with young people.
Able provide clear verbal instructions and present written information clearly.
Able to conduct risk assessments for groups and activities.
Able to complete a task and manage time.
Flexible to suit the needs of the service.
Confidence to facilitate group activities independently.
Ability to motivate young people.
Additional skills in a certain area of interest e.g. sports, music, cooking etc.
Application and Interview.
Work Related Circumstances
Able to travel, work weekends and unsocial hours, and work within a busy inpatient unit.
Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies.
Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced CRB disclosure and registration with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA), Vetting and Barring Scheme.
Hold a valid UK driving license.
Application and Interview.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications Essential
NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent Life skills gained through work or personal experience
Desirable
Evidence of further education or qualifications in creative or leisure activities
Experience Essential
Recent experience of working in health care/ care home or related area Experience of coordinating and running group activities Experience of working with a team within a health, social care or related setting
Desirable
Experience of working in mental health services Experience of educating or teaching others
Knowledge Essential
Able to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of people with mental health conditions Knowledge of how to design suitable activities to meet patient's needs and interests
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to organise and provide a range of group activities A willingness to learn and develop self and practice Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to manage time effectively IT literacy Ability to work independently Able to conduct risk assessments for groups and activities Able to work on a seven-day rota
Desirable
Creative and/or recreational skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Pennine Care NHS FT
Address Fairfield General Hospital
Pennine House
Rochdale Old Road
BL9 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)