Activity Co-ordinator

We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Activity Co-Ordinator who has experience in working with people from a range of diverse social and ethnic backgrounds. Applicants must demonstrate a genuine desire to support young people with their mental health and commit to delivering the highest quality of patient centred care using national quality standards and evidence-based practice.

The successful applicant will be expected to support the inpatient Multi-Disciplinary Team at Pebble Lodge and assist with organising, co-ordinating and where needed delivering a wide range of client focused groups.

We require someone who is flexible and approachable. Effective communication skills, time management and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work well with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will be required to drive to work related appointments and transport patients to support their recovery and rehabilitation. The Trust is committed to developing staff through training and supervision and offers a range of developmental training opportunities for all staff.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential: - Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English for effective performance in the role.

Desirable: - Demonstrable experience of working with children, young people and families and individuals with a mental health disorder

Information Technology

Essential: - Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training.

Additional requirements

Essential: - A level of fitness and ability to perform Physical Intervention and/or Breakaway techniques (following training).

Hold a UK driving lisence

Essential: - Must hold this without any driving offences