Job summary
Meadow Unit, our new CAMHS PICU ( Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit for Children and Adolescents) at the Warneford Hospital Site are looking to recruit Activity Coordinators to join our team.
This is a brand new opportunity to be involved in the development of the new CAMHS PICU service here in Oxford.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, positive and engaging to work alongside our patients in this role.
Please note that this role attracts an additional allowance of £1475 per annum/pro-rata on top of the salary offered.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve working a 7-day shift pattern supporting the nursing team, occupational therapy team and wider MDT, however there will be no night shifts required.
You will work collaboratively in the planning, development and provision of a range of therapeutic, wellbeing and social activities for the young people on the Meadow Unit, as appropriate to service user need and within the established service guidelines.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a friendly, supportive, and proactive team where you will receive regular supervision as well as plenty of opportunities to develop your skills. We are also able to consider flexible working arrangements; get in touch to discuss these further.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact us on the details below - we'd love to hear from you!
Please also review the job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a friendly, supportive, and proactive team where you will receive regular supervision as well as plenty of opportunities to develop your skills. We are also able to consider flexible working arrangements; get in touch to discuss these further.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact us on the details below - we'd love to hear from you!
Please also review the job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Active interest in & willingness to participate in delivering a wide range of therapeutic activities
- Working with people with mental health needs
- Good interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers & staff
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- To be able to effectively communicate with patients and their family members
- Professional approach
- Able to work effectively within a team environment
Desirable
- Demonstrate an interest in patient and staff well being
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality
- Customer focused approach
- Good time management
- Values approach in line with trust vision and values
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Active interest in & willingness to participate in delivering a wide range of therapeutic activities
- Working with people with mental health needs
- Good interpersonal skills to work with patients, carers & staff
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- To be able to effectively communicate with patients and their family members
- Professional approach
- Able to work effectively within a team environment
Desirable
- Demonstrate an interest in patient and staff well being
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of the need for confidentiality
- Customer focused approach
- Good time management
- Values approach in line with trust vision and values
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
