Activities Co-Ordinator

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Brighton is looking for an Activities Co-ordinator to join their inpatient team, focusing on recovery for adults experiencing mental health crises. This role involves planning and delivering therapeutic activities alongside Occupational Therapists and nurses, enhancing user wellbeing through creative engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience facilitating groups, contributing to a positive recovery environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills essential for engaging service users.
• Experience in facilitating group activities is highly valued.
• An understanding of mental health needs is critical for this role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team to deliver a diverse program of activities.
• Utilize various resources like art, crafts, and music to enhance user engagement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience facilitating groups

Understanding of mental health needs

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults experiencing a mental health crisis? We are seeking a creative, compassionate Activities Co‑ordinator to join our dynamic inpatient team. This fast‑paced, rewarding role is central to promoting recovery and independence through meaningful, therapeutic activities.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, nurses and the wider multi‑disciplinary team to plan and deliver a varied programme of social, creative and skills‑based activities, both on the ward and in the community.
• Use resources such as art, crafts, music, exercise, gardening and cooking to engage service users and enhance wellbeing and social inclusion.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Understanding of mental health needs.

If you have the creativity and determination to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.