Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified activity co-ordinator who has experience of working within mental health services to join a team, working in a rewarding environment where you will get to develop a full range of skills.
The successful candidate must have completed a relevant Diploma Level 3/ Relevant level 3 or above qualification e.g in health and/or social care, communication, teaching and Numeracy, Literacy Level2 (or equivalent).
Additionally, to the competency framework we offer a comprehensive induction and workforce development plan with a vast array of personal, professional and academic training opportunities enabling you to expand your skill set and evidence-based practices
Forensic Services are looking for a key member of staff who will work collaboratively in the planning, development and provision of a range of therapeutic, wellbeing and social activities for the service users . These will be designed to be appropriate to service user needs and within the established service guidelines, you will be supported by the Nursing Team whilst working collaboratively with the Occupational Therapy Team.
We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care within a multi-disciplinary approach, which is recovery focused.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for people who can work relatively independently, using their own skills (art and craft, cooking/baking, gardening, music and exercise, puzzles and games) to support patients in engaging with meaningful activity, and through this promote wellbeing using a client centred approach.
You will need to be able to communicate well with a wide range of individuals, adapting your communication style according to individual need in a responsive manner.
Although this role will primarily focus on the delivery and planning of activities there will be an expectation for the successful candidate to deliver direct patient care and work directly with the nursing team to ensure patient care.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant level 3 or above qualification e.g. in health and/or social care, communication, teaching
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health and social care if not in place already
Experience
Essential
- Experience of paid, voluntary or personally of working with people with a learning disability or mental health issues
- Experience of supporting engagement of others in activity
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of needs of service users with Mental Health conditions or learning disabilities
- Awareness of the needs of inidvdiuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Understanding of the value and benefit of activity to mental wellbeing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant level 3 or above qualification e.g. in health and/or social care, communication, teaching
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health and social care if not in place already
Experience
Essential
- Experience of paid, voluntary or personally of working with people with a learning disability or mental health issues
- Experience of supporting engagement of others in activity
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of needs of service users with Mental Health conditions or learning disabilities
- Awareness of the needs of inidvdiuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Understanding of the value and benefit of activity to mental wellbeing
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).
