Job summary
Solutions4Health are excited to be initiating the Healthy Worcestershire programme on behalf of Worcestershire County Council. This new, exciting initiative aims to empower the local community to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as supporting local individuals with help and information around community safety issues like doorstep crime, scams, and fraud.
We are looking to recruitanHealthy Worcestershire Wellbeing Coach. This is a full-timejob with a salary of £25,000to £27,000,depending on experience.
The Wellbeing Coaches will be responsible for delivering a combination of OTAGO exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with running workshops on community safety; covering topics such as scam awareness and fraud prevention. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide brief tailored advice to support individuals to make general positive changes with regards to health and wellbeing.
If you are a qualified (CIMSPA accredited) instructor with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of your local community, we would be very keen to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Delivery of exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility across the locality for participants aged 18+.
Deliver awareness raising sessions on a range of topics to include community safety, health, and nutrition.
Using your relevant training and experience to enhance the sessions and empower participants to make positive and sustainable behaviour changes.
Triage all referrals into the service and book them onto relevant sessions.
Undertake general health assessments using our Integrated Health System (IHS) to assess and support individuals to make better lifestyle changes.
Refer participants to other local services where required, i.e., local stop smoking services.
Work closely and develop sustainable relationships with local partners including Pharmacies, GPs and secondary care providers in the development, promotion, and delivery of the Worcestershire Health project.
Assess and interpret clinical information regarding referred participants whilst maintaining confidentiality and data protection.
Ensure the programme is reflective of individual needs of the participants and are mindful of health and safety standards.
Interact with referred participants, recording details, monitoring adherence.
Ensure that all sessions and activities are monitored in line with agreed targets.
Maintain and regularly update participant information by providing data both electronically and in paper format to contribute to the timely monitoring and evaluation process.
Establish good rapport and relationships with participants to maintain participation and involvement in the programme.
Communicate effectively and interact collaboratively with participants, partners, and stakeholders to resolve issues or problems arising.
Have a flexible approach to working hours to meet the service's needs.
Maintain accurate records and information systems in line with company policies.
Locate, evaluate, and deliver sessions from appropriate venues allowing access to participants around Worcestershire.
Promote and develop greater independence, quality of life and a healthy active lifestyle among older people referred into the service.
Gather information on all referrals made to the service and follow up contacts accordingly.
Strive for the continual improvement of the service, using client feedback and experiences to drive quality.
Motivate, support, and reassure participants, whilst being considerate of and understanding barriers to change.
Maintain accurate records and information systems in line with Solutions 4 Health policies.
Ability to travel across Worcestershire.
About us
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan -over 35 benefits atno cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkboxproviding discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
Cycle to Work scheme
Annual Leave that increases with length or service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Solutions4Health are excited to be initiating the Healthy Worcestershire programme on behalf of Worcestershire County Council. This new, exciting initiative aims to empower the local community to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as supporting local individuals with help and information around community safety issues like doorstep crime, scams, and fraud.
We are looking to recruitanHealthy Worcestershire Wellbeing Coach. This is a full-timejob with a salary of £25,000to £27,000,depending on experience.
The Wellbeing Coaches will be responsible for delivering a combination of OTAGO exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with running workshops on community safety; covering topics such as scam awareness and fraud prevention. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide brief tailored advice to support individuals to make general positive changes with regards to health and wellbeing.
If you are a qualified (CIMSPA accredited) instructor with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of your local community, we would be very keen to hear from you!
Main Duties & Responsibilities - Delivery of exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility across the locality for participants aged 18+.
- Deliver awareness raising sessions on a range of topics to include community safety, health, and nutrition.
- Using your relevant training and experience to enhance the sessions and empower participants to make positive and sustainable behaviour changes.
- Triage all referrals into the service and book them onto relevant sessions.
- Undertake general health assessments using our Integrated Health System (IHS) to assess and support individuals to make better lifestyle changes.
- Refer participants to other local services where required, i.e., local stop smoking services.
- Work closely and develop sustainable relationships with local partners including Pharmacies, GPs and secondary care providers in the development, promotion, and delivery of the Worcestershire Health project.
- Assess and interpret clinical information regarding referred participants whilst maintaining confidentiality and data protection.
- Ensure the programme is reflective of individual needs of the participants and are mindful of health and safety standards.
- Interact with referred participants, recording details, monitoring adherence.
- Ensure that all sessions and activities are monitored in line with agreed targets.
- Maintain and regularly update participant information by providing data both electronically and in paper format to contribute to the timely monitoring and evaluation process.
- Establish good rapport and relationships with participants to maintain participation and involvement in the programme.
- Communicate effectively and interact collaboratively with participants, partners, and stakeholders to resolve issues or problems arising.
- Have a flexible approach to working hours to meet the service's needs.
- Maintain accurate records and information systems in line with company policies.
- Locate, evaluate, and deliver sessions from appropriate venues allowing access to participants around Worcestershire.
- Promote and develop greater independence, quality of life and a healthy active lifestyle among older people referred into the service.
- Gather information on all referrals made to the service and follow up contacts accordingly.
- Strive for the continual improvement of the service, using client feedback and experiences to drive quality.
- Motivate, support, and reassure participants, whilst being considerate of and understanding barriers to change.
- Maintain accurate records and information systems in line with Solutions 4 Health policies.
- Ability to travel across Worcestershire.
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan -over 35 benefits atno cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkboxproviding discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with length or service
If you think you are suitable for this role, please apply now!
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- A level Qualifications or Equivalent
Desirable
- Degree Level Qualification/Equivalent
Training
Essential
- CIMSPA Accreditation (Level 2) or CIMSPA recognised fitness qualification
- Valid UK Driving Licence and access to vehicle
Desirable
- Otago Exercise Programme Leader
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of health promotion
Desirable
- Knowledge of wider services offered by Worcestershire Council and its partners/charities.
- Knowledge of public health initiatives.
- Knowledge of safeguarding processes and policies.
Experience
Essential
- Experience leading physical activity sessions.
- Experience of working with people from a variety of backgrounds
Desirable
- Experience working in clinical settings, outreach, GPs, and/or Secondary care settings.
- Experience working within community based settings to improve health outcomes
Other
Essential
- Excellent group leadership and communication skills.
- Competent with MS Office and other bespoke software used for patient data records.
- Understanding Client Data Protection Act 1998 and GDPR 2021.
- Commitment to tackling inequalities in health.
- Good communication skills at all levels, written and spoken.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Committed and proactive approach to work priorities.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Solutions 4 Health Limited
Address
Worcestershire
Worcestershire
Worcestershire
WR12LZ