Activities Co-ordinator post at Long Eaton Day Service, part of Cygnet Health Care's day provision. Working with the Occupational Therapist, the role encourages people to join activities and keep their hobbies, plans therapy programmes and facilitates events. The service supports people with learning disabilities, autism, complex health needs and physical disabilities, with clinical supervision from a qualified Occupational Therapist. Applicants need experience or a clear interest in healthcare and learning disabilities, and must pass an enhanced DBS check.
What the job involves
- Encourage people to access and get involved in a variety of activities
- Maintain people's pre-existing hobbies
- Plan and implement therapy programmes
- Obtain the materials needed for therapy programmes
- Contribute ideas for activities and events
- Facilitate events and activities in a safe manner
- Assist the Occupational Therapist in supporting and enhancing patient care
Qualifications
- Academically strong
Experience
- Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities
Skills & knowledge
- Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy
- Creative flair
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Nice to have
- Awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion
What’s offered
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme and discount centre, including NHS card
- Free meals
- Internal and external CPD opportunities
- Opportunities to become involved in research
- Clinical supervision from a qualified Occupational Therapist
- Support to grow careers and gain new skills
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
