activity coordinator

Cygnet

Saltley

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Job summary

Cygnet Cedars is looking for a creative, compassionate Activity Co-ordinator to support men in our care at the Cedars site. You will work with the Occupational Therapist and multi-disciplinary team to plan and deliver meaningful activities aimed at promoting independence and wellbeing.

This role involves coordinating a range of therapeutic, recreational and social activities, ensuring safety and person-centred care, and contributing to recovery and community engagement.

Qualifications

Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, learning disability services or social care.
Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy.
A creative flair and the ability to plan engaging, meaningful activities.
The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Strong communication and organisation skills.
A positive, patient and flexible approach.
An interest in supporting people with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.

Responsibilities

Support and enhance the care of individuals by working with the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary team.
Plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities.
Encourage participation in activities and maintain existing interests and social connections.
Assist with planning and implementing therapy programmes.
Source and prepare materials, resources and equipment for activities.
Contribute ideas for activities, events and group sessions.
Facilitate activities safely in line with care plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Healthcare background

Mental health

Learning disabilities

Social care

Occupational Therapy knowledge

Creative flair

Activity planning

Communication skills

Organization

Flexible approach

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.

Cygnet Healthcare is looking for a creative, compassionate and motivated Activity Co- ordinator to join our team at Cygnet Cedars.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for healthcare, mental health, learning disabilities, occupational therapy support, therapeutic activities and social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing, recovery and daily living skills for the men in our care.

The successful candidate will work 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8: 30am to 4: 30pm .

About Cygnet Cedars

Cygnet Cedars is a 23-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.

The service accepts emergency referrals, with an experienced team who manage transitions quickly, safely and efficiently to ensure each individual's move into the service is as smooth as possible.

Cygnet Cedars also includes two step-down single occupancy flats, each with its own lounge, kitchen, en-suite bedroom and front door. These flats provide an important opportunity for individuals to develop daily living skills, independence, confidence and community integration as part of their care pathway.

Your Day-to-Day as an Activity Co- ordinator

As an Activity Co- ordinator at Cygnet Cedars, you will support and enhance the care of individuals at the service by working closely with the Occupational Therapist and wider interdisciplinary team.

You will help plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities that are meaningful, safe and person- centred .

Encouraging individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities, hobbies and therapeutic programmes
Supporting people to maintain existing interests, hobbies and social connections
Assisting the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapy programmes
Helping to source and prepare appropriate materials , resources and equipment for activities
Contributing creative ideas for activities, events and group sessions
Facilitating activities safely and in line with individual care plans, risk assessments and therapeutic goals
Promoting recovery, independence, social inclusion and community engagement
Supporting individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills and improve wellbeing
Working collaboratively with the wider clinical, care and support team

We're Looking for Someone Who Has

We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity, structure and compassion to the role.

Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, learning disability services or social care
Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy
A creative flair and the ability to plan engaging , meaningful activities
The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Strong communication and organisation skills
A positive, patient and flexible approach
An interest in supporting people with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge
An awareness of recovery approaches, social inclusion and person- centred care, which is desirable

This role may suit someone with experience as an Activity Co- ordinator , Activities Coordinator, Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, Activities Worker or Social Care Worker.

Why Join Cygnet?

At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co- ordinator will help create meaningful daily experiences for the people in our care. You will play an important role in supporting wellbeing, independence, confidence and quality of life.