Activity Coordinator - Wenric House

Overview

The post holder will work collaboratively in the planning, development and provision of a range of therapeutic, wellbeing and social activities for the service users on the inpatient forensic wards as appropriate to service user need and within the established service guidelines. You will be supported by the nursing team whilst working collaboratively with the occupational therapy team. You will:

• Design & Lead:
  Plan, organise, and lead a diverse range of therapeutic and engaging activities tailored to service user needs.
• Support Recovery:
  Ensure activities align with the principles of the Recovery Model, promoting independence and social integration, in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Key Team Member:
  Contribute positive energy and support to the ward's atmosphere.

Wenric House is a 21-bedded forensic low secure ward specialising in services for people with enduring mental illness. Our care is rooted in the Recovery Model, emphasizing individual strengths, hope, and meaningful engagement. We actively encourage family involvement. You will be instrumental in enriching service users' lives by designing and delivering programs that foster hope, build skills, and support personal recovery goals.

• Enhanced Earnings:
  This post includes a Recruitment & Retention Uplift (RSU Lead) of £1,446 per annum, paid on top of your annual salary.
• Career Development:
  Mandatory specialist training, including PEACE training, and other direct job-related development opportunities.

Hours:

Shift pattern between 08:00 and 20:00. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and peoples homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders