Activities Co-Ordinator / Dementia Support

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board


Date: 4 hours ago
City: Deeside
Contract type: Full time
Job Overview

To plan and carry out social/recreational activities on a group and individual basis with service users on the unit.

The post holder will assist in the planning of a unit individual and group activity programme, which may require working with other members of the ward staff.

Main duties of the job

To plan, organise and carry out independently a varied programme of recreational and social activities providing group and individual sessions.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

  • Able to explain the value for service users in engaging in activity

Desirable criteria

  • NVQ level 3/or equivalent or Certificate in Community Mental Health

Experience

Essential criteria

  • Interest in mental health issues

Desirable criteria

  • Previous experience of working with or contact with client group or in a rehabilitation setting
  • Previous experience of planning and carrying out activity groups

Attributes

Essential Criteria

  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills
  • Able to work without direct supervision
  • Effective communication skills

Desirable criteria

  • Previous experience of working within a team

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