We are looking for an outstanding Activities Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care.
Cygnet Paddocks is our all male specialist neuropsychiatric hospital located in Widnes, in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge are the overarching impairment to recovery and rehabilitation.
You’ll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Paddocks. Working times to be discussed at interview.
Please note: A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.
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…
* Develop, plan, implement & oversee activities, outings & events for the people in our care
* Provide fun & constructive leisure time, as well as appropriate physical & emotional support
* Ensure the provision of staff, space & materials for all activities
* Supervise, oversee & develop colleagues
* Oversee the creation of promotional materials for events
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
* Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
* Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
* Opportunities for learning & development
* Pension scheme
* “Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings
You are...
* Experienced in health care or similar setting (minimum of 2 years)
* Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and proactive approach to working with individuals with complex needs
* Experienced in planning, resourcing & carrying out events & activities, supporting individuals with facilitating meaningful activities that enhance patient wellbeing
* An excellent role model who knows what good care looks like
* Highly organised, with a positive attitude
* A confident public speaker & facilitator
* Knowledgeable of suitable activities & pastimes to support mental health service users
* Positive in your approach to working with challenging behaviours
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.