Activity Co-ordinator

Cygnet Hospital Godden Green; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist mental health facility in Sevenoaks is seeking an Activity Coordinator to develop and implement engaging activities for patients. The role focuses on promoting well-being and social engagement. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and be willing to collaborate with various departments. Extensive training will be provided for those with less experience.

Benefits

Free Shuttlebus service from Sevenoaks train station

Employee NHS discount savings

Regular coaching and support

Company pension scheme

Free Private Health Care

Subsidised meals on duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Mental Health hospital is preferred but not essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills to promote social engagement.
• Must be able to drive and support patient activities off site.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate activities to enhance patient well-being.
• Support patients in creating personalized activity plans.
• Collaborate with departments for comprehensive patient treatment.

Skills

Ability to engage patients

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Contract We are looking for an Activity Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care to develop, plan and implement activities for our patients based at Cygnet Hospital Godden Green which provides specialist acute and PICU services for women. As an activities coordinator you will providing activities to patients across various service lines within the hospital. Your main job role will be to co-ordinate, design and deliver a co-produced, personalised activity programme, that is occupationally balanced, risk-assessed and fully resourced, so that all individuals have the opportunity and are encouraged to engage in at least 25 hours of meaningful activity each week. You will be working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, which includes weekends and preferably be a car driver due to the remote location of the Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital, maintain and demonstrate a positive attitude toward patients, their families, staff, visitors and key stakeholders.
• Be responsible for planning and facilitating activities to promote well-being of patients. Promoting social engagement and meaningful activity.
• Support patients to create independent and focused activity plans based on their specific interest and goals. In addition, this will support the patient\'s strengths and aim to improve motivation and engagement.
• Create an atmosphere and working practice, which is in line with the Recovery Model and Cygnet Values.
• Coproduce and implement activity programmes and be proactive in preparing and maintaining appropriate materials and resources.
• Accompany patients to off site, community activities as required and be able to drive the Hospital vehicles.
• Work collaboratively with the other departments in the Hospital to ensure patients are able to access all elements of their treatment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a Mental Health hospital is preferable, but not essential as full training will be provided and ongoing opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

• Free Shuttlebus service from Sevenoaks train station for those commuting using public transport
• Employee NHS - discount savings (Bluelight Card)
• Regular coaching and support
• Company pension scheme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
• Free Private Health Care
• Subsidised meals on duty
• For further details on all our benefits, please visit https://cygnetjobs.co.uk/benefits/

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.