About this role
Job summary
Under the guidance of the Ward Manager, you will be expected to assist in the delivery of recreational activities within the service. Activities will be delivered one to one and through group work and may include creative, social and physical activities, the majority of which will be on the ward environment. We are looking for someone who can work flexibly; as well as working week days, you are required to work some early evenings and weekends.
Ideally, you will have experience in mental health and have excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills.
As part of the multi-disciplinary ward team, you will be developing intervention pathways and expanding our support for people with chronic, long-term mental health needs.
Main duties of the job
o To liaise with ward staff in the planning of recreational activities.o To lead on recreational activities, working with groups of patients and patients on their own.o Prepare craft and any other appropriate equipment before patients arrive.o Maintain stocks of appropriate supplies for use in the activities provided; informing the ward manager of any shortages of stock or equipment needed.o To develop rapport with patients to encourage their interests and skills, and actively involve them in deciding and planning their participation in activities.o To be aware of individual patients' needs through communication with nursing staff.o To liaise with the wider multi-disciplinary team in order to encourage collaboration with the therapeutic timetable.o To observe general behaviour, ability and response of patients to activities.o To have an awareness of the situations that may make patients vulnerable or at risk.o To report any concerns immediately to qualified staff.o To respect patients choices and confidentiality at all times.o To record interventions in an agreed format.o Any other tasks delegated by qualified staff as appropriate to grade and experience.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description Job responsibilities
Administration:
To be computer literate. To complete necessary case notes. To note any faulty equipment and inform qualified staff. To ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy.
Profession Specific Duties:
Attend meetings as required. To undertake annual appraisal and to contribute constructively to the supervision process. To comply with policies and agreed procedures for annual leave, sickness and time owing. Any other duties as delegated by your Director or Chief Executive commensurate with the responsibilities of this post
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Desirable
NVQ level 3 or previous relevant experience Previous experience of working in the NHS
Skills/Experience Essential
Previous relevant experience
Desirable
Experience of working with people with mental health problems
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 Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Rochford Hospital
Union Lane
Rochford
SS4 1RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)