We are looking for an outstanding Activities Coordinator with a passion for delivering excellent care to join us on a temporary contract (6 months, with the possible extension to 9 months).

You’ll be working 42 hours a week at Cygnet Storthfield House. 

Cygnet Storthfield House is a 22 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men in Derbyshire. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery.

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
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• “Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings

You are... 

• 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 
• 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.