Activity Coordinator

Cygnet Group; Horkesley Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare provider in Horkesley Heath is searching for an Activity/Therapy Coordinator with a passion for healthcare. This role involves developing and implementing engaging activities for patients, promoting social inclusion and recovery. Ideal candidates have experience in healthcare and knowledge of Occupational Therapy. The position is part-time with 20 contractual hours per week, offering a significant opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those with learning disabilities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free meals

CPD opportunities

Clinical supervision from an Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

• Experience and/or a passion for working with learning disabilities.
• Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy.
• Ability to contribute to therapy programs and team activities.

Responsibilities

• Encourage patients to engage in various activities.
• Plan and implement therapy programs.
• Facilitate safe events and activities.

Skills

Experience in healthcare

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy

Creative flair

Ability to work in a team

Awareness of recovery approaches

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59-bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

We are looking for anActivity/Therapy Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care to develop, plan, implement activities for our patients on a full time basis.

You will be working part time 20 hours per week. Hours to be agreed at interview.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

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’re 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 an interdisciplinary team
• An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Company pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card
• Free meals
• Internal and external CPD opportunities
• Opportunities to become involved in research
• Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist

Requirements

• Contracted hours: 20 per week
• UK Driving licence (desirable)

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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