About this role
Job summary Cygnet Healthcare is looking for a creative, compassionate and motivated Activity Co-ordinator to join our team at Cygnet Cedars.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for healthcare, mental health, learning disabilities, occupational therapy support,
therapeutic activities and social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing, recovery and daily living skills for the men in our care.
The successful candidate will work 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
About Cygnet Cedars
Cygnet Cedars is a 23-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.
The service accepts emergency referrals, with an experienced team who manage transitions quickly, safely and efficiently to ensure each individuals move into the service is as smooth as possible.
Cygnet Cedars also includes two step-down single occupancy flats, each with its own lounge, kitchen, en-suite bedroom and front door. These flats provide an important opportunity for individuals to develop daily living skills, independence, confidence and community integration as part of their care pathway.
Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Cygnet Healthcare is looking for a creative,compassionateand motivated Activity Co-ordinatorto join our team at Cygnet Cedars.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for healthcare, mental health, learning disabilities, occupational therapy support,
therapeuticactivitiesand social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing,recoveryand daily living skills for the men in our care.
The successful candidate will work 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30amto 4:30pm.
About Cygnet Cedars
Cygnet Cedars is a 23-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs andbehavioursthat may challenge.
The service accepts emergency referrals, with an experienced te am whomanagetransitions quickly,safelyand efficiently to ensureeach individualsmove into the service is as smooth as possible.
Cygnet Cedars also includes two step-down single occupancy flats, each with its own lounge, kitchen, en-suitebedroomand front door. These flatsprovide an important opportunity for individualsto develop daily living skills, independence,confidenceand community integration as part of their care pathway.
Your Day-to-Day as an Activity Co-ordinator
As an Activity Co-ordinatorat Cygnet Cedars, you will support and enhance the care of individuals at the service by working closely with the Occupational Therapist and wider interdisciplinary team.
You will help plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities that are meaningful,safeand person-centred.
Encouraging individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities,hobbiesand therapeuticprogrammes
Supporting people tomaintainexisting interests,hobbiesand social connections
Assisting the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapyprogrammes
Helping to source and prepareappropriate materials,resourcesand equipment for activities
Contributing creative ideas for activities,eventsand group sessions
Facilitating activities safely and in line with individual care plans, riskassessmentsand therapeutic goals
Promoting recovery, independence, socialinclusionand community engagement
Supporting individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills and improve wellbeing
Working collaboratively with the wider clinical,careand support team
WereLooking for Someone Who Has
We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity,structureand compassion to the role.
Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, learning disability services or social care
Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy
A creative flair and the ability to planengaging, meaningful activities
The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Strong communicationandorganisationskills
A positive,patientand flexible approach
An interest in supporting people with complex needs andbehavioursthat may challenge
An awareness of recovery approaches, socialinclusionand person-centredcare, which is desirable
This role may suit someone with experience as an Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Coordinator, Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, ActivitiesWorkeror Social Care Worker.
Why Join Cygnet?
At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinatorwill help create meaningful daily experiences for the people in our care. You will playan important rolein supporting wellbeing, independence,confidenceand quality of life.
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months
Full-time hours: 42 hours per week
Monday to Friday working pattern
Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
Monthly reflective practice
Support with CPD opportunities
Free meal on shift
Expert clinical supervision and peer support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount savings
Apply Now
If you are a creative and caring Activity Co-ordinatorlooking for a rewarding role in healthcare, learning disability support and occupational therapy-led activities, we would love to hear from you.
Join Cygnet Cedars and help make a positive difference through meaningful activities, social< /span>inclusionand person-centredcare.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such 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.
Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care
Address
Bordsley Green
B9 5LY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)