Activity Coordinator - Part Time 20hrs

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Cygnet Hospital Colchesteris 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 an Activity/Therapy Coordinatorwith a passion for delivering excellent care to plan, coordinate and facilitate therapeutic and meaningful activities for patients with a particular focus on out-of-hours engagement.

The role is designed to enhance patient engagement during evenings and weekends, reduce distress, boredom and escalationand support relational security, emotional regulation and recovery.

You will be working part time 20 hours per week primarily covering evenings and weekends to support out-of-hours engagement. Specific days and 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.

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 i n a safe manner

Were 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? Well offer you

• £14.50 per hour rising to £14.80 after 3 months.

• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre

• Regular coaching & appraisal

• Expert supervision & peer support

• Employee discount scheme

• Free Meals

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

What next?

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Colchester

CO4 5HF

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)