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 a highly motivated Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bury Hudson. You'll be working40 hours per week (Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm) making a real positive difference to the lives of people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bury Hudson. Cygnet Bury Hudson provides a wide range of secure mental health services for men including individuals with a diagnosis of personality disorder. Each service user has a bedroom with en suite facilities and a range of communal spaces including a gym, laundry, occupational therapy kitchen, therapy garden and woodland walkways down to the Elton Reservoir.
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 obtained
- Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe manner
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities
- Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy
- A creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary team
- An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you:
- Salary: £27425 per annum
- Company pension scheme
- A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. Blue light card
- Free meals
- Internal and external CPD opportunities
- Opportunities to become involved in research
- Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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