Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated Activities Co-ordinator to join our team.
Mulberry 1 is an Acute Assessment Unit welcoming patients from the acute pathway for a period of up to 3 days.
We have a strong MDT presence and as a team have an abundance of energy and expertise whilst we work in collaboration both as a team and with our colleagues from neighbouring services and service users.
The ideal candidate will have a strong team work ethic, sense of accountability, accompanied by an ability to work under considerable pressure at times. This post is open to people with the right attributes to complement and enhance our team.
If you are looking for a new challenge, enjoy variety in your work and wish to be part of a team striving to make a difference for our community by supporting people with acute mental health needs then we want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work as part of the multidisciplinary team but will be supernumerary to the nursing team on each shift in order to protect group and individual patient activity. You will plan and co-ordinate the ward activity programme, co-facilitating groups with nursing staff, healthcare assistants, and the ward Occupational Therapist.
We are looking to recruit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, and at times, challenging environment. You must be able to work flexibly, creatively, and efficiently within the MDT and have excellent communication skills, supporting and motivating service users to engage in meaningful activity on the ward . This will be dependent on the changing needs of the patient group, and informed by close team working, handover meetings, case discussions etc.
You will be committed to working in Adults & Specialist Mental Health Services and be enthusiastic about joining our skilled and supportive multi-disciplinary team (MDT). The post holder will work intensively with service users with the ages of 18 to 65 years and will be expected to develop and deliver both group and individual sessions which support recovery and promote well-being, under the guidance of a qualified member of staff.
About us
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.
Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
- To provide and co-ordinate meaningful group and activity sessions for the patients.
- To develop activities with individuals and support people to use and access these.
- To offer group-based sessions on ward. These may have a variety of focuses, including reminiscence, social inclusion, communication, leisure, and recovery.
- To work alongside the nursing team
- As an integral and highly valued member of the multi-disciplinary team, the Activity Co-ordinator will provide support and practical assistance to older people in order for them to regain confidence in their skills and abilities to enable a successful re-integration into the community
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
- To provide and co-ordinate meaningful group and activity sessions for the patients.
- To develop activities with individuals and support people to use and access these.
- To offer group-based sessions on ward. These may have a variety of focuses, including reminiscence, social inclusion, communication, leisure, and recovery.
- To work alongside the nursing team
- As an integral and highly valued member of the multi-disciplinary team, the Activity Co-ordinator will provide support and practical assistance to older people in order for them to regain confidence in their skills and abilities to enable a successful re-integration into the community
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level
- Level of educational attainment to NVQ 3 / AS Level or equivalent
- Understanding of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) or whole life plan
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification
- Willingness to undertake further training in line with the development of recovery worker role
Experience
Essential
- Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role
- Experience of working in a team or a group environment
- Experience of training, teaching, coaching/mentoring others
Desirable
- Experience of working in the public sector
- Experience of working across different organisational boundaries
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to relate to a wide range of people
- Professional in appearance and behaviour
- Ability to maintain a healthy home/work life balance
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload, and manage stress.
Desirable
- Computer literate in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express etc
- Presentation skills
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding and practical knowledge of recovery
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mental health service users
- Knowledge and commitment to service users rights
- Understanding of the impact of stigma and discrimination
- Knowledge of Mental Health Legislation
Desirable
- Appreciation of the community resources within the geographical location of the post and key partners
- Understanding of CPA and the role of care co-ordinator and knowledge of Trust Policies and procedures
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathway
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Other
Essential
- Must be able to travel to a range of locations
- Ability to transport / accompany individuals to appropriate appointments
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level
- Level of educational attainment to NVQ 3 / AS Level or equivalent
- Understanding of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) or whole life plan
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification
- Willingness to undertake further training in line with the development of recovery worker role
Experience
Essential
- Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role
- Experience of working in a team or a group environment
- Experience of training, teaching, coaching/mentoring others
Desirable
- Experience of working in the public sector
- Experience of working across different organisational boundaries
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to relate to a wide range of people
- Professional in appearance and behaviour
- Ability to maintain a healthy home/work life balance
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload, and manage stress.
Desirable
- Computer literate in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express etc
- Presentation skills
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding and practical knowledge of recovery
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mental health service users
- Knowledge and commitment to service users rights
- Understanding of the impact of stigma and discrimination
- Knowledge of Mental Health Legislation
Desirable
- Appreciation of the community resources within the geographical location of the post and key partners
- Understanding of CPA and the role of care co-ordinator and knowledge of Trust Policies and procedures
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathway
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Other
Essential
- Must be able to travel to a range of locations
- Ability to transport / accompany individuals to appropriate appointments
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).
