Activity Coordinator

Wrekin ward are recruiting for the position of Activity worker on Friar Ward, Hallam Street Hospital. The successful applicants will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, assisting in the development and delivery of therapeutic activities within an adult inpatient services. The post holder will be required to work flexibly across a 7 day period., The post holder will focus on planning and facilitating a varied activity program that aims to suit the needs of the patient and enhanced the provision of ward-based meaningful activity.

-To work effectively as a member of the team in providing a program of ward based therapeutic activities ,that are flexible according to the changing needs of patients.

-Utilise creative skills to engage patients in therapeutic activities that promote independence and wellbeing.

-To give effective verbal and written reports on patients progress and providing information in respect of mental state and risk factors.

-To report and escalate any concerns regarding patient risks and safeguarding to the relevant senior professional.

-To ensure that patients retain their dignity, choice and individually.

-To coordinate activities such as creative arts, cooking groups, physical exercise groups, and patient forum groups on the ward.

-To collaborate with the ward psychologist to support in delivering groups such as mindfulness, and wellness activity action plans.

-To be able respond appropriately to challenging situations and support in the management of the patients needs, when required.

The Team is committed to provide safe, sound and supportive services; you will receive regular supervision with opportunities to develop clinical and professional practice in line with service user needs and organisational values.