Patient Wellbeing Activities Coordinator

NHS; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare institution is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Coordinator for their medical wards in Barnsley. The ideal candidate will enhance patient wellbeing through engaging activities like arts and crafts and music sessions. Responsibilities include planning events, one-to-one engagement, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to boost patient morale. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications including GCSE Maths and English and an NVQ in Health and Social Care.

Qualifications

• Understanding of patient interactions and coordinated activities.
• Experience working in a care setting.
• Ability to apply current healthcare issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate daily activities to engage patients.
• Collaborate with clinical teams for activity alignment with care plans.
• Monitor the impact of activities on patient wellbeing.

Skills

Patient interaction

Organizational skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Maths & English at GCSE level

NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

A UK healthcare institution is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Coordinator for their medical wards in Barnsley. The ideal candidate will enhance patient wellbeing through engaging activities like arts and crafts and music sessions. Responsibilities include planning events, one-to-one engagement, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to boost patient morale. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications including GCSE Maths and English and an NVQ in Health and Social Care.