Activity Co-ordinator

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

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 patients in our care.

The successful candidate will work 40 hours per week
, Monday to Friday, from 09:00am to 5:00pm across both our services Cygnet Marian House and The Confiers which you will be expected to work at.

Marion House is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and moderate to severe learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each person's specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the people we support.

Conifers is a specialist residential home providing outcome focused care for adults with a primary diagnosis of profound to moderate learning disability and autismwith associated complex needs.

• Support and enhance the care of individuals at the service by working closely with the Occupational Therapist and wider interdisciplinary team.
• Help plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities that are meaningful, safe and person-centred.
• Encourage individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities, hobbies and therapeutic programmes.
• Support people to maintain existing interests, hobbies and social connections.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapy programmes.
• Help to source and prepare appropriate materials, resources and equipment for activities.
• Contribute creative ideas for activities, events and group sessions.
• Facilitate activities safely and in line with individual care plans, risk assessments and therapeutic goals.
• Promote recovery, independence, social inclusion and community engagement.
• Support individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills and improve wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with the wider clinical, care and support team

• 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.

Thisrole 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.

• Salary: £13.69 per hour
• Full-time hours: 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
• Monthly reflective practice
• Support with CPD opportunities
• Free meal on shift
• Expert clinical supervision and peer support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount savings

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.