Therapy/Activity Co-ordinator

Cygnet Health Care; Hexham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health facility in Hexham is seeking a Therapy/Activity Coordinator to assist in planning and implementing therapy programmes for women with complex mental health needs. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in patient care and a passion for working with individuals with learning disabilities. The position offers competitive pay starting at £12.60 per hour, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free meals

CPD opportunities

Clinical supervision from a qualified Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

• Experience or passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities.
• Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in planning and implementing therapy programmes.
• Encourage patients to access and participate in activities.

Skills

Strong academic or clinical background supporting patient care

Experience or passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities

Creative flair

Ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team

Job description

About Cygnet Hospital Hexham

Cygnet Hospital Hexham is a 27-bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs, built to the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment.

Job Details

Therapy/Activity Coordinator – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 – 17:00.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in planning and implementing therapy programmes.
• Encourage patients to access and participate in a variety of activities and maintain pre-existing hobbies.
• Obtain appropriate materials and facilitate safe events and activities.

Qualifications

• Strong academic or clinical background supporting patient care.
• Experience or passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities.
• Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy.
• Creative flair and ability to work as part of an inter‑disciplinary team.

Benefits

• Starting £12.60 per hour, £12.85 post 6 months probation, £13.10 per hour at 18 months.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme and discount centre.
• Free meals, internal and external CPD opportunities.
• Clinical supervision from a qualified Occupational Therapist.

Person Specification

Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Application

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.