Activity Coordinator - Apprenticeship Opportunity

Job summary

The Activity Coordinator will contribute to the delivery of care within a multi-professional team. They will demonstrate responsibility to patients, relatives and colleagues through contribution to the development and implementation of designated activity programmes.

If you don't already have a Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 2apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

• Development and implementation of Activities Programmes that provide mental, physical, social stimulation as well as addressing the spiritual and cultural needs of our patients.
• Researching new ideas and current good practice relating to activities for older people.
• Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team to plan and deliver special events.
• Promotion of social, physical and spiritual activities
• Contribution to the development and review of care plans associated with activities
• Contributing to the mealtime experience with therapy breakfasts
• Keeping appropriate records of activities and assessment forms
• Keeping up to date with mandatory training and Health and Safety requirements for the role

• Awareness of and adherence to all Trust policies.

• Promote and uphold privacy, dignity & respect, rights and well-being of patients, and their carers at all times with a particular emphasis on facilitation of a holistic quality of life for the patient.

• Work in collaboration with your colleagues as part of a team to ensure the delivery of high quality safe care to patients, and their families and to ensure that a positive approach to the development of quality is embraced.

• Contribute and participate within the Clinical Governance framework by attending team and unit meetings.

• Contribute to and uphold Fundamental Standard

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf