Activity Worker

Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated band 3 activity worker to be part of a multidisciplinary team, providing positive care for our service users on an adult acute inpatient ward.

Working on an adult acute inpatient ward the post holder will be supervised and will work with the team to coordinate a programme of meaningful ward-based activities based on service user choice.

Training will be provided and post holders will be expected to participate in their own skill development.

Ward 1 is an acute ward of working age. We offer assessment and initial treatment of males with variety of mental health needs and work closely with other services to ensure ongoing recovery. We pride ourselves in offering intuitive person-centred interventions and we keep people at the heart of everything we do.

Main duties of the job

To support the clinical team in providing a meaningful and therapeutic day for the patient group by providing diversional activities, support and practical assistance without the direct supervision of qualified staff.  These activities may take place in either a community, centre or ward setting.

To contribute to the effective running of the unit, undertaking appropriate basic nursing and housekeeping tasks.

To establish and maintain a rapport with the patients, carers, relatives and visitors and to contribute to a positive and welcoming atmosphere.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide assistance to the clinical team in providing delegated interventions and support to the client group at a level that is appropriate to the experience and skills base of the post holder.

To contribute to maintaining a positive physical and emotional care environment.

To carry out specific tasks involving direct nursing care without the direct supervision of qualified staff.

To work collaboratively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

To exercise autonomy within the parameters agreed with the Clinical Manager in order to achieve the above.