Activity Coordinator (Mental Health) - Maternity Cover

Activity Coordinator (Mental Health) - Maternity Cover

Full time recruitNet Ireland

Posted On 10/08/2026

Job Information

Hospital

City Dublin

State/Province Dublin

Dublin

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic, and supportive multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful contribution to mental health services in a care environment built on quality, respect, and compassion.

Mode of Working: On-site

Contract Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time

Hours of Work: 78 hours per fortnight (flexibility required to work weekends)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a professional, therapeutic rapport with residents, promoting trust, dignity, and respect at all times.

Welcome and encourage residents to participate in activities appropriate to their individual interests, abilities, and care plans.

Gather relevant information from residents and/or their families regarding personal interests, hobbies, and skills to support person-centred activity planning.

Collaborate with individual residents to plan tailored activity programmes that meet their therapeutic, social, and recreational needs.

Organise, coordinate, and facilitate therapeutic and recreational programmes in collaboration with activity team colleagues.

Plan, supervise, and accompany residents on suitable outings, ensuring safety and adherence to care plans and risk assessments.

Facilitate both group and one-to-one activities, adapting approaches to meet individual needs and preferences.

Observe residents' general behaviour, abilities, and responses to activities; accurately document observations in clinical notes and communicate relevant information to nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Participate in audits relating to recreational and activity programmes in compliance with Mental Health Commission regulations.

Maintain professional competence by attending and completing mandatory training and continuing professional development programmes.

Requirements

QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalent qualification is desirable.

A minimum of 6 months' experience as an Activities Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Healthcare Assistant is required.

Previous experience working in a mental health setting is an advantage.

A full, clean driving licence is essential.

• Contributory pension scheme