Wellness Coach

Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Wellness Coach based in West Berkshire. This is an 18-month contract job with a salary of £22,000 to £23,000 depending on experience.

Job Summary

The post holder will work as part of a team of Wellness Coaches that deliver the NHS Health Check service to diverse communities across West Berkshire. As a key member of the team, the post holder will be expected to support colleagues in the set-up, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the NHS Health Check Programme in West Berkshire, as well as working with the local stop-smoking service.

The post holder will be expected to support the delivery of NHS Health Checks in West Berkshire to clients who live in or are registered with a GP in West Berkshire.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

NHS Health Check

• Support the delivery of the service by triaging, assessing, and empowering people who might be at a risk of developing heart disease by enabling and motivating them to address lifestyle issues such as: stopping smoking, achieving a healthy weight, increasing physical activity and drinking too much alcohol.
• Undertake NHS health checks and general health assessments using the Integrated Health Systems (IHS) in multiple local community settings, in order to support people to make better lifestyle choices and take control of their health, with the option of referring them onto a local lifestyle service as appropriate.
• Work closely with GPs and other health professionals, community and voluntary organisations to ensure maximum reach to the residents of West Berkshire

Additional Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret clinical information regarding referred patients, in respect of all programmes, whilst maintaining confidentiality and data protection.
• Identify realistic goals, monitor and evaluate progression whilst continually motivating to increase adherence to the programme.
• Interact with referred patients, recording details, monitoring adherence and providing individual support and advice. Ensure that all sessions and activities are monitored in line with agreed targets.
• Maintain and regularly update patient information by providing data both electronically and in paper format to contribute to the timely monitoring and evaluation process.
• Receive and provide sensitive information to and from healthcare professionals, including primary & secondary care.
• Motivate, support and reassure patients, whilst being considerate of and understanding barriers to change.
• Establish good rapport and relationships with patients to maintain participation and involvement in all programmes.
• Communicate effectively and interact collaboratively with patients, partners and stakeholders to resolve issues or problems arising.
• Demonstrate flexibility in service delivery and be willing to deliver services virtually when required.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours in order to meet the needs of the service.
• Maintain accurate records and information systems in line with Solutions 4 Health policies.
• Assist the Project Manager(s) in monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of programme interventions.
• Establish and maintain health and safety standards within all programmes, ensuring that all activities are risk assessed and undertaken with due regard to health and safety regulations.
• The post holder may be required to wear a branded shirt and ID Badge at all times whilst on duty.

About UsSolutions4Health 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 at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing 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!