Activity Coordinator (NHS AfC: Band 4) - Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Derbyshire Healthcare NHS as an Activities Coordinator, focusing on enriching patients' lives through engaging activities. This role involves planning and delivering tailored programs, collaborating with a clinical team, and supporting patients towards recovery and independence. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in mental health settings.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Incremental pay progression

Health service discounts

Access to employee assistance program

Structured learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Ability to plan and prioritise meaningful patient activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging activities for patients.
• Support rehabilitation of mental health service users.
• Coordinate community-based activities and transportation.

Skills

Coordination

Creativity

Communication

Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care

Job description

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Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

Join our team as a highly motivated Band 4 Activities Coordinator, driven by a genuine passion for delivering excellent care.

Your primary focus will be on developing, planning and delivering engaging activities for our patients, ensuring their time at Cherry Tree Close is enriched and enjoyable.

The Activities Coordinator is an integral part of the team at Cherry Tree Close, actively collaborating with different agencies to identify and provide a multitude of activities for patients. The post holder will be responsible for planning and organising an engaging and stimulating program of activities within the service, aimed at supporting service users on their path towards recovery and independent living.

You will play a key role in encouraging and inspiring service users to participate in meaningful activities whilst maintaining their independence, choice and dignity.

Your role will involve interacting with individuals to explore their preferences for activities. You will be expected to coordinate activities that are personalised to meet the specific needs of each individual, as well as plan group activities that facilitate social interaction. Furthermore, you will play a crucial role in supporting patients to attend community-based activities by arranging transportation.

You will have the pleasure of working with an experienced clinical team that consists of Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Nursing Assistants and medics.

Main duties of the job

To work directly with service users in providing high-quality service delivery.

To provide recreational activities focused on the Recovery model and to support the rehabilitation of mental health service users:

• To be creative in involving the service users in planning which ensures they remain at the centre of decision making.
• To be highly organised and dynamic with a positive attitude in planning, resourcing and carrying out activities.
• To support patients to achieve their goals in accordance with their recognised needs and support plans.
• To have the confidence to facilitate individual and group activities on the ward and pursue community-based activities for our patients.
• Identify patient activity needs and wishes through assessment, observations, and discussion
• Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events, individual sessions, using internal and external sources.
• Actively demonstrate the Trust values.
• Being proactive in nature and have the skill to motivate patients and stimulate their involvement in the offered activities

Working for our organisation

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please review the Job description and Personal specification for detailed information about this role.

Person specification

Activity Coordinator

• NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Evidence of and commitment to undertake continued professional development
• Ability to plan and prioritise meaningful patients activities

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience of coordinating activities
• Experience of working with people with mental health and working in partnership with patients to tailor effective care.
• Experience of working within a Mental Health setting
• Knowledge of current mental health policies and procedures
• Knowledge and experience in delivering different activities including sports and recreational activities.

Additional Information

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.

This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Rosemary Ureke Job title Unit Manager, Cherry Tree Close Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01332623714 Additional information

Additional Contact:

Brandi Walters, Clinical Lead, Cherry Tree Close
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