Job summary
We are looking for a confident Activity Coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care.You'll be working 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Aspen House.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an outstanding Activities Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care.
You'll be working 40 hours a week(Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm) at Cygnet Aspen House.
Driver preferred but not essential
Cygnet Aspen House is a 20 bed service specialising in high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) for women who have severe and enduring mental illness.
The service has been designed to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes recovery for women with its focus on space, personal privacy and dignity.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
Your day-to-day
1. Develop, plan, implement & oversee activities, outings & events for the people in our care
2. Provide fun & constructive leisure time, as well as appropriate physical & emotional support
3. Ensure the provision of staff, space & materials for all activities
4. Supervise, oversee & develop colleagues
5. Oversee the creation of promotional materials for events
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
6. Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
7. Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
8. Opportunities for learning & development
9. Employee referral scheme
10. Pension scheme
11. Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings
You are...
12. An excellent role model who knows what good care looks like
13. Highly organised, with a positive attitude
14. A confident public speaker & facilitator
15. Knowledgeable of suitable activities & pastimes to support mental health service users
16. Positive in your approach to working with challenging behaviours
17. Experienced in planning, resourcing & carrying out events & activities
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
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General Requirements
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