177322 Health Play Specialist - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland
NHS Scotland
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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The postholder will be responsible for organising play and recreational activities for all children and young people (patients and siblings) within a variety of settings in the Children's Service and other areas of the Trust as required.

To manage and maintain a child focused environment where play occurs naturally.


To use theoretical knowledge and evidence based practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic play interventions in hospital and in the community.

To document therapeutic interventions and outcomes.

To plan and provide presentations on the role of the Health Play Specialist.

To develop skills, knowledge and be responsible for own practice.


To develop skills and knowledge in preparing and distracting children during procedures, including those having a general or local anaesthetic.


To promote an awareness of the emotional needs of children in hospital and the importance of play, within the multi-disciplinary team.

To hold the Play Services Co-ordinator bleep, answering internal and external enquiries and acting accordingly.
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