At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and deliver therapeutic activities for young people aged 12-18 in a CAMHS inpatient setting.
- Company: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board focuses on mental health care for young individuals.
- Benefits: Salary ranges from £26,813 to £27,890 per annum pro rata.
- Other info: Welsh language skills at Level 3 are desirable but not essential.
- Why this job: Join a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing recovery pathways for young people.
- Qualifications: Experience in healthcare or educational settings, particularly with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
If you are motivated and enthusiastic about working with young people experiencing mental health issues, you will be excited to hear that a permanent Activity Co‑ordinator post has become available within our team. The successful applicant will work as part of a large multi‑disciplinary team in the delivery of care and treatment for young people aged 12‑18 based in a CAMHS inpatient setting.
The role will involve delivery of a therapeutic timetable within Ty Llidiard, working jointly with nurses, therapists and education colleagues. The post holder will co‑ordinate, initiate and participate in activities that are both on and off the unit with access to a unit minibus and activity resources.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will work under the direction of the Ward Manager, providing social, recreational, physical and leisure activities to young people aged 12‑18 whilst in‑patients at Ty‑Llidiard. The direction of the work will be to enhance the recovery pathway via the facilitation of psychosocial interventions for young people experiencing serious mental illness, and will include therapeutic‑based groups as well as social, vocational and physical activities. The post holder will help develop an activity‑based culture within Ty‑Llidiard, and facilitate ward and community‑based activities tailored to the needs of young people.
Welsh Skills DesirableThis post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This does not mean essential; whilst the candidate does not need to have skills in Welsh, it will be considered an advantage when short‑listing and selecting candidates. It is not fluency, just speaking & listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above – Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.
Person Specification- Experience in a healthcare setting or educational setting or experience with children and young people
- Experience in mental health setting
- Relevant to setting NVQ
- Welsh language skills in speaking/listening at Level 3 or above
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£26,813 to £27,890 a year per annum pro rata
Activity Coordinator in Coity employer: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is committed to providing quality mental health services. Located in Wales, the team focuses on delivering care to young people aged 12-18. They offer a supportive environment for professional development and collaboration.
Contact Details:
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Recruitment Team
