Therapy/Activity Co-ordinator

Cygnet Group; Hexham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider based in England is seeking a Therapy/Activity Coordinator for their Hexham hospital. This full-time position requires candidates to encourage patient participation in activities, plan therapy programmes, and work as part of the interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate should have a passion for healthcare, creative skills, and the ability to support service users. Competitive pay starts at £12.60 per hour, increasing with experience and qualifications, complemented by a range of perks including discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Free meals

Internal and external CPD opportunities

Opportunities to become involved in research

Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

• Experience and/or passion for working with learning disabilities.
• Ability to plan and implement therapy programmes.
• Excellent organizational skills and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Encourage patient involvement in activities.
• Plan and implement therapy programmes.
• Facilitate events and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Experience in healthcare

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy

Creative flair

Ability to work in a team

Understanding 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.

We are looking for a Therapy/Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Hexham.

This role, you will be working 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm).

Cygnet Hospital Hexham is our 27 bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital is built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment.

Cygnet Hospital Hexham CQ overall rating Good

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

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

Your Day-to-Day

• Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well as 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?

Starting £12.60 per hour, £12.85 post 6 months probation and then £13.10 per hour at 18 months.

• 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.

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.

Cygnethas 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.

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

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