Support Activity Coordinator Needed In London (Ellis Ward): Visa Sponsorship Available

Activity Coordinator Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Activity Coordinator/Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team on an acute mental health ward. In this vital role, you will support the planning and delivery of therapeutic activities that promote recovery, wellbeing, and social inclusion for service users experiencing acute mental health challenges. Working closely with Occupational Therapists and clinical staff, you will help facilitate group and individual interventions tailored to patient needs, encourage participation in meaningful occupation, and contribute to holistic care planning. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Activity Coordinator Main Duties

To work with other members of the multidisciplinary team including seasonal workers and volunteers to coordinate and deliver a programme of creative and social activities. Duties will include the direct provision of group and one-to-one activities with clients in the ward.

To provide information to clients about the ward routine and to ensure clients access information appropriately.

To work flexibly to meet service and client needs

To plan, provide and evaluate activities for individual/groups of clients based on client need and in discussion with the multidisciplinary team.

To provide feedback to the ward manager and team with regard to progress. In addition to the group programme the post holder will assist with one to one individual sessions with clients where required under the guidance of the senior /ward occupational therapist.

To contribute in planning meetings and handover of information to ensure that important information is relayed and clinical care is adjusted appropriately.

Facilitate graded activities as informed by the Occupational therapist to support recovery and community integration.