Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an Activity Coordinator (Band 3) with a keen interest in mental health to join the team at Horton Rehabilitation Service.
Horton Rehabilitation Service provides inpatient rehabilitation to adults with complex and enduring mental health. There are three units onsite consisting of two High Dependency Units and The Cottages which provides open/community rehabilitation.
We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join the Occupational Therapy Team and work as part of the MDT on one of the high dependency units.
Hortonis located in Epsom, Surrey and is situated within spacious grounds and is a short distance from Epsom Town, providing good transport links, free onsite parking and access to local amenities.
Main duties of the job
Activity Coordinators work within the wards contribute significantly to how people experience our services. The main aspects of the AC role are to:
- provide interventions with personal recovery principles in order to improve the service users' quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.
- facilitate a programme of social, creative and skills-based activities to both individuals and groups which promotes social inclusion for service users.
- work closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) in leading on the facilitation of client centred activities.
The post holder will receive regular supervision by an Occupational Therapist and opportunities for training through Central and North West London Learning and Development Zone and the Recovery and Wellbeing College. Staff are also encouraged to develop their skills through reflection and learning.
About us
There's a place for you at CNWLWe're passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient's own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do.Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people.We're always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we're hoping to find our future leaders and we'll support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career.With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more - whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who is able to work using their initiative to motivate and encourage service users within a positive and active environment. We encourage creativity to fully utilise the resources we have on offer to engage service users and support them in their Recovery.
We would also expect you to have: Good communication skills; verbal and written, English to GCSE or equivalent. Proficient and independent basic IT skills; windows, email systems, Microsoft office programmes and electronic patient record systems (EPRs)Experience in facilitating groups and individual activitiesExperience of working in a multi cultural environmentThe ability to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of people with mental health issues. The ability to think creatively about engaging clients in a restricted environmentThe post holder will receive regular supervision and annual appraisals by a qualified OT, as well as a wide range of opportunities for training through CNWL Learning and Development and the Trust'sRecovery and Wellbeing College. The post is based at Horton Rehabilitation Services in Epsom, Surrey however the post holder will be required to travel to other locations in the Trust to access the full variety of training on offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who is able to work using their initiative to motivate and encourage service users within a positive and active environment. We encourage creativity to fully utilise the resources we have on offer to engage service users and support them in their Recovery.
We would also expect you to have: Good communication skills; verbal and written, English to GCSE or equivalent. Proficient and independent basic IT skills; windows, email systems, Microsoft office programmes and electronic patient record systems (EPRs)Experience in facilitating groups and individual activitiesExperience of working in a multi cultural environmentThe ability to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of people with mental health issues. The ability to think creatively about engaging clients in a restricted environmentThe post holder will receive regular supervision and annual appraisals by a qualified OT, as well as a wide range of opportunities for training through CNWL Learning and Development and the Trust'sRecovery and Wellbeing College. The post is based at Horton Rehabilitation Services in Epsom, Surrey however the post holder will be required to travel to other locations in the Trust to access the full variety of training on offer.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a team setting
- Experience of working with a multi cultural environment
- Experience in facilitating groups and individual activities.
Desirable
- Provision of activities in health services
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting
- Voluntary experience.
- Teaching experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of people with mental health issues.
- Able to communicate clearly both in written form and verbally.
- IT skills.
- Ability to work within a team.
- Able to manage time effectively
Desirable
- Presentation skills.
- Creative/ leisure skills.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English GCSE or equivalent
ATTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Committed to working as part of an MDT.
- Able to work flexibly.
- Able to utilise supervision and appraisals effectively
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal development.
- Demonstrates an enthusiasm for the post.
- Ability to work independently and is self-motivated
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a team setting
- Experience of working with a multi cultural environment
- Experience in facilitating groups and individual activities.
Desirable
- Provision of activities in health services
- Previous experience of working in a mental health setting
- Voluntary experience.
- Teaching experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of people with mental health issues.
- Able to communicate clearly both in written form and verbally.
- IT skills.
- Ability to work within a team.
- Able to manage time effectively
Desirable
- Presentation skills.
- Creative/ leisure skills.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- English GCSE or equivalent
ATTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Committed to working as part of an MDT.
- Able to work flexibly.
- Able to utilise supervision and appraisals effectively
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal development.
- Demonstrates an enthusiasm for the post.
- Ability to work independently and is self-motivated
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).
