Drama Therapist

Are you an outstanding Drama Therapist looking for a new challenge?

We are looking for a talented, empathetic Drama Therapist with a passion for providing high quality care to join our team at Cygnet Hospital kewstoke for 2 days a week.

Cygnet Health Care have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a dynamic, supportive team.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients - it’s a worthwhile, satisfying vocation.

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.

So if you care about making a difference to people - every day - we want to hear from you.

**Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke**:
Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke provides an emergency admissions service for men and a pathway for women from low secure to rehabilitation including a specialist service for personality disorder.

Your Day-to-Day
- Assess people referred for therapy as part of a multidisciplinary needs assessment
- Plan & deliver therapy interventions and determine their effectiveness
- Provide a variety of work, including individual & group therapy
- Monitor, evaluate & adapt ongoing clinical work according to each individual’s needs
- Attend clinical meetings and communicate with colleagues, external agencies & families/carers
- Comply with relevant codes of practice, such as the BADth
- Maintain & store equipment in a safe condition and attend to risk issues concerning its use

**We are looking for someone who is...**
- Qualified in Drama Therapy
- Registered with the BADth (The British Association of Dramatherapists)
- Experienced within a mental health setting, or with a passion for working in this type of setting
- Understanding of mental health diagnosis

**Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you**
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
- Expert clinical supervision & peer support
- Employee referral scheme
- Pension scheme
- “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving.

Ready to make a positive change?