Patient (Client) Events & Activities Co-ordinator

STEPS Rehabilitation Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation center in Sheffield is seeking an Event & Activities Co-Ordinator to plan, organize, and facilitate activities for clients with complex needs. The role requires a UK manual driving licence and experience in care. The ideal candidate is creative, has excellent communication skills, and is proficient in delivering group activities. Flexible hours including weekends and evenings are expected.

Benefits

Discounts

Sick pay

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Critical illness cover

Income protection

Paid training

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Must be aged 25 or over due to insurer requirements.
• Experience of working with people with rehabilitation needs.
• Experience delivering group activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and implement activities for clients.
• Drive clients to and from events in STEPS vehicles.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with clinical governance.

Skills

Creative and innovative approach

Excellent problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interest in recreational activities

Understanding interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths grade C or above

NVQ II in a relevant subject

Tools

IT experience including Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Our mission is to achieve the very highest levels of recovery by providing first-class therapies that are delivered by a specialised and motivated team of professionals and carers. STEPS is a leading, multi-award winning specialist centre for neurological and complex trauma rehabilitation for individuals 16 years or over, serving clients from all over the UK and beyond. We work with clients and their families and collaborate with NHS, solicitors, barristers, case managers, insurance companies, prosthetic and orthotic specialists, universities, and rehabilitation technology experts. STEPS offers development opportunities and is committed to the career development of its team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the STEPS team to plan, organise and facilitate daytime, evening and weekend activities and events for STEPS residential clients. This role requires you to be a driver and able to drive two wheelchair accessible vehicles, and to be available to work alternate weekends and regular evenings.

Main duties

The Event & Activities Co-Ordinator will work with the Senior Events & Activities Co-Ordinator to arrange trips, activities and social events for our clients while they are with us.

Benefits

We promote wellbeing of all our team and offer a wide range of benefits following probation: discounts, sick pay, enhanced holiday entitlement, life assurance, private medical cover, critical illness cover, income protection, paid training, cycle to work, gym discounts, support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, pension contributions, and onboarding shifts as part of introduction to the role.

Job Details

Salary: £24,570 to £26,500 per year pro rata. Permanent, part-time. Working pattern: Part-time. Location: STEPS Rehabilitation, Alexander House, 30 Troutbeck House, Sheffield, S7 2QA.

Job Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities: Plan, organise and implement a range of activities for clients with musculoskeletal, neurological, traumatic injuries and other complex conditions. This includes group activities, social events, community outings and evening events reflecting client interests. Drive clients to and from events in STEPS vehicles. Communicate with the wider team to coordinate events and ensure client safety. Arrange entertainment and events within an agreed budget. Identify additional support needs for activities and groups. Adapt approaches to meet individual client circumstances, including cultural, social and linguistic differences, and cognitive/physical disabilities. Maintain accurate documentation per STEPS standards (clinical notes and reports). Adhere to and support individual client risk assessments with the treating team. Apply manual handling principles as required. Escalate issues per STEPS guidance and procedures. Comply with clinical governance requirements. Maintain safety, cleanliness and tidiness of all areas. Collect regular feedback from clients and take appropriate action. Participate in relevant training and development. Flexible hours including weekends and evenings. This description is not exhaustive of duties.

Person Specification

Skills & Attributes

Essential

• UK manual driving licence with no more than 3 points
• Must be aged 25 or over due to insurer requirements
• Creative and innovative approach, inclusive and engaging client care
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Interest or experience in recreational/leisure activities
• Able to form key working relationships and understand interdisciplinary teamwork
• Able to tolerate sustained physical effort (moving and handling clients)
• Aware of equality and diversity obligations in delivering care and toward colleagues

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths grade C or above
• NVQ II in a relevant subject or demonstrable equivalent

Desirable

• Relevant degree in Health/Social care or psychology
• Recreational/leisure qualifications
• Safeguarding Level 2/3 training
• First Aid Training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with care and/or rehabilitation needs
• Experience communicating with people with complex communication needs
• Client record/note keeping experience
• Experience delivering group activities
• IT experience including Microsoft Office
• Experience within governance frameworks (clinical systems, data management, complaints/incidents)

Desirable

• Experience with Data Protection Act
• Understanding of CQC Regulations and Health and Social Care Act
• Experience setting up and facilitating events and activities

Other

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be made to the DBS.

Employer details

STEPS Rehabilitation, Alexander House, 30 Troutbeck House, Sheffield, S7 2QA. Website: https://www.stepsrehabilitation.co.uk/