Activity co-ordinator

Cygnet; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a creative Activities Coordinator for CAMHS wards at Cygnet Hospital Bury. The role involves developing and delivering activity programmes for patients in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should possess strong mental health experience, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach to rehabilitation.

Benefits

Opportunities for CPD and further learning.

Clinical supervision from an Occupational Therapist.

Company pension scheme.

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card.

Free parking & meals on duty.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services is essential.
• Understanding of mental health recovery and rehabilitation important.
• Ability to take a 'hands on' approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activities programmes to patients in CAMHS wards.
• Plan, implement, and develop activity programmes.
• Maintain daily records of work completed with individuals.

Skills

Experience in the field of mental health

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Hobbies and interests

Job description

We are currently looking for a highly motivated and creative person to deliver activities programmes to our patients in one of our CAMHS wards (Children & Adolescent Mental health services) at Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood.

You will be working full time (37.5 hours per week) across a mixed pattern, working 12 hour shifts from 7am to 7pm.

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Cygnet Bury Forestwood offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment.

Each service user has a bedroom with en suite facilities and a range of communal spaces including a gym, laundry, occupational therapy kitchen, therapy garden and woodland walkways down to the Elton Reservoir.

In addition there is a diverse educational programme teaching a range of subjects available at the on-site school, Forestwood School, which is registered with the Department for Education.

You will be responsible for providing direct clinical interventions under the direction of the Ward Manager and guided by an experienced qualified Occupational Therapist.

In this role you will plan, implement and develop an activity programme to meet the patients' needs as a group and as individuals. This will be designed following guidance from the OT to plan activities to support individuals with their recovery in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

You will make a daily record of your work completed with all individuals. You will spend a minimum of 70% of your time in direct face to face contact with the individuals in our care.

Joint working across different wards may occasionally be required and this will provide you with additional learning and professional development opportunities. In house and external training is provided (as required) to support you to develop your professional skills.

The Successful Candidate should be/have:

• Experience in the field of mental health
• An understanding of mental health recovery and rehabilitation
• An understanding of the role of 'meaningful activity' in rehabilitation
• Can take a "hands on" approach
• Strong organisational skills, IT skills and time management skills
• Have lots of hobbies and interests to bring to the role

We are currently looking for a highly motivated and creative person to deliver activities programmes to our patients in one of our CAMHS wards (Children & Adolescent Mental health services) at Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood.

You will be working full time (37.5 hours per week) across a mixed pattern, working 12 hour shifts from 7am to 7pm.

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Cygnet Bury Forestwood offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment.

Each service user has a bedroom with en suite facilities and a range of communal spaces including a gym, laundry, occupational therapy kitchen, therapy garden and woodland walkways down to the Elton Reservoir.

In addition there is a diverse educational programme teaching a range of subjects available at the on-site school, Forestwood School, which is registered with the Department for Education.

You will be responsible for providing direct clinical interventions under the direction of the Ward Manager and guided by an experienced qualified Occupational Therapist.

In this role you will plan, implement and develop an activity programme to meet the patients' needs as a group and as individuals. This will be designed following guidance from the OT to plan activities to support individuals with their recovery in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

You will make a daily record of your work completed with all individuals. You will spend a minimum of 70% of your time in direct face to face contact with the individuals in our care.

Joint working across different wards may occasionally be required and this will provide you with additional learning and professional development opportunities. In house and external training is provided (as required) to support you to develop your professional skills.

The Successful Candidate should be/have:

• Experience in the field of mental health
• An understanding of mental health recovery and rehabilitation
• An understanding of the role of 'meaningful activity' in rehabilitation
• Can take a "hands on" approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational skills, IT skills and time management skills
• Have lots of hobbies and interests to bring to the role

In return we will offer you:

• Opportunities for CPD and to undertake further learning and development.
• Clinical supervision from an Occupational Therapist or other qualified clinician.
• Company pension scheme
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card
• Free parking & meals on duty

Requirements:

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

We'll send you jobs that match this search

You're consenting to receive job alert emails. Unsubscribe at any time. Also you can 'Join ' to create a full account to edit your preferences. Read our privacy policy for more details.

Get new jobs by email

Get new jobs by email

We'll send jobs that match this search

You're consenting to receive job alert emails. Unsubscribe at any time. Later you can 'Get Hired ' to create a full account to edit your preferences. Read our privacy policy for more details.

Full timePermanent Hyde, Greater Manchester, England

Please note: We have opportunities for both Days and Night shifts Full Time 33 & 44hrs per week contracts. You would be required to...

Full timePermanent Tabley, Knutsford, Cheshire, England

Unleash your passion: Healthcare Assistant wanted at Tabley House Nursing Home! Nestled in Cheshire's picturesque countryside, Tabl...

Full timePermanent Sale, Greater Manchester, England

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development...

Full timePermanent Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, England

In your role as a Care Assistant at HC-One, you'll value kindness above all. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing,...

Full timePermanent Denby Dale, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dement...

Full timePermanent Winsford, Cheshire, England

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dement...

Full timePermanent Knotty Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dement...

Full timePermanent Huyton, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

In your role as a Care Assistant at HC-One, you'll value kindness above all. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing,...

Full timePermanent Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, England

Please note: This vacancy is for Nights 33hrs per week, working over a seven day rota. In your role as a Care Assistant at HC-One, ...

Full timePermanent Bramhall, Stockport, Greater Manchester, England

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development...

Hyde, Greater Manchester, England 9th June 2025

Bramhall, Stockport, Greater Manchester, England 13th June 2025

Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, England 14th June 2025

Salford, Greater Manchester, England 22nd May 2025

Mossley, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, England 14th June 2025

Denton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England 12th June 2025