Activity Co-ordinator

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We are looking for a Therapy Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet AppletreeThis role will be working a 42 hour per weekcontract (shift pattern over the 7 day week, 8am to 8pm following a shift pattern of 4 days one week and 3 days the next week).Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.Your Day-to-Day We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with;• Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies.• Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained• Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe mannerWe're looking for someone who has • 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 a interdisciplinary team• An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)Why Cygnet? We'll offer you Starting pay £13.15 per/hour • Company pension scheme• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card• Free meals• Internal and external CPD opportunities• Opportunities to become involved in research• Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational TherapistRequirementsContracted hours: 40 hours a weekUK Driving licence : desirablePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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