Activity Coordinator
Other
Bradford, West Yorkshire
£25,712 Per Annum
Permanent, Full time
Work hours: 37.5
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 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 obtained
• Contr ibuting 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 a interdisciplinary team
• An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you....
• £25,712 Per Annum
• Company pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card
• Free meals
• Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
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Cygnet Health Care
18 Kings Hill Avenue, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4AE, United Kingdom
0207 123 5706