About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a confident Activity Coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 37.5 hours a week (Shifts times to be confirmed but will include alternative weekends and evenings), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.
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 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.
We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.
You will be working 37.5 Hours per week (Shift Times to be agreed but will including alternative weekends and Evenings).
Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.
The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.
Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.
Your Day-to-Day
We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with;
Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies.Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtainedContributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe manner
Were looking for someone who has
Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilitiesSome knowledge of Occupational TherapyA creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary teamAn awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)
Why Cygnet? Well offer you....
£25,712 Per AnnumCompany pension schemeA comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS cardFree mealsClinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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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
West Yorkshire
BD4 6AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)