Activity Coordinator

NHS; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Activity Coordinator to work 15 hours a week at Cygnet Lodge Brighouse. The role involves developing and overseeing activities to support the mental well-being of residents, ensuring they have engaging and constructive experiences. Candidates should be highly organized and confident in public speaking, with a focus on positive support for individuals facing challenges. This position offers strong career progression opportunities and the chance to impact lives positively.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Monthly reflective practice and supervision

Employee discount savings

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent role model for care practices.
• Knowledgeable of activities for mental health support.
• Ability to manage and execute leisure activities and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee activities for residents.
• Provide emotional and physical support during activities.
• Supervise and develop staff involved in activities.
• Create promotional materials for events.

Skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Planning and resource management

Understanding of mental health activities

Job description

We are looking for a confident Activity Coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working 15 hours a week (Monday to Friday 4pm - 7pm), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Lodge Brighouse.

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 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 outstanding Activity Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care.

You'll be working15 hours a week, working Monday to Friday (4pm to 7pm),at Cygnet Lodge Brighouse.

Cygnet Lodge Brighouse is a high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men. The emphasis within the service is on preparing individuals for discharge or to support with longer term optimal functioning.

Note: We are open to discussion for flexibility around times and days offered.

Develop, plan, implement & oversee activities, outings & events for the people in our care

Provide fun & constructive leisure time, as well as appropriate physical & emotional support

Ensure the provision of staff, space & materials for all activities

Supervise, oversee & develop colleagues

Oversee the creation of promotional materials for events

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles

Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support

Opportunities for learning & development

Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings

You are...

An excellent role model who knows what good care looks like

Highly organised, with a positive attitude

A confident public speaker & facilitator

Knowledgeable of suitable activities & pastimes to support mental health service users

Positive in your approach to working with challenging behaviours

Experienced in planning, resourcing & carrying out events & activities

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

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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.