Activities Coordinator for Mental Health & OT Support

CYGNET; Oldham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

NHS card discount

Free meals

CPD opportunities

Research opportunities

Clinical supervision

Job summary

CYGNET Kenney House in Oldham is seeking an Activities Coordinator to support patients by encouraging engagement in activities and assisting with therapy programmes. You will work 40 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, at our women’s mental health hospital.

The role requires healthcare experience, knowledge of Occupational Therapy, and a creative, collaborative approach to recovery and social inclusion.

Qualifications

• 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)

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Healthcare experience

Learning disabilities

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Creativity

Job description

CYGNET Kenney House in Oldham is seeking an Activities Coordinator to support patients by encouraging engagement in activities and assisting with therapy programmes. You will work 40 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, at our women’s mental health hospital.

The role requires healthcare experience, knowledge of Occupational Therapy, and a creative, collaborative approach to recovery and social inclusion.