Activity Coordinator — Mental Health & Recovery Programs

Cygnet Group; Meadowfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Free meals

NHS card discount

Research opportunities

Job summary

Cygnet Appletree near Durham is seeking an Activity Coordinator to work 42 hours per week on a shift pattern 8am-8pm across 7 days, supporting patients under Occupational Therapy with activities and rehab goals. You will assist with planning therapy programmes, encourage participation in activities, and contribute ideas in an interdisciplinary team.

UK driving licence desirable; enhanced DBS required. Starting pay £13.15–£13.45 per hour post probation with company pension, CPD opportunities, and

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

• Support and enhance patient care by assisting the Occupational Therapist.
• Encourage patients to access and participate in activities and hobbies.
• Plan and implement therapy programmes with appropriate materials.
• Contribute ideas and help facilitate events and activities safely.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Team collaboration

Creative problem solving

Recovery approaches

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Cygnet Appletree near Durham is seeking an Activity Coordinator to work 42 hours per week on a shift pattern 8am-8pm across 7 days, supporting patients under Occupational Therapy with activities and rehab goals. You will assist with planning therapy programmes, encourage participation in activities, and contribute ideas in an interdisciplinary team.

UK driving licence desirable; enhanced DBS required. Starting pay £13.15–£13.45 per hour post probation with company pension, CPD opportunities, and