Job summary
The Adult Wellbeing Services (AWS) are delivered by a
partnership between County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust (CDDFT) and the
Pioneering Care Partnership (PCP) and includes the Wellbeing for Life (WBFL)
Service. WBFL is a commissioned service in County Durham based on the principle
of Your Wellbeing, your way. Based on the model of behaviour change, the team
encourages people living and working across County Durham to take small steps
to better health in a way tailored to suit them.
The Wellbeing Practitioner, working with the Wellbeing for
Life (WBFL) locality team, assigned to a specific Primary care network (PCN)
area, will engage and work with a wide range of partners and local voluntary
and community groups to develop joint health improvement activities ensuring
that specific groups are reached by the service.
The post holder will also carry a caseload of
clients aged 16 years and over to facilitate lifestyle and behaviour change,
particularly in the areas of weight management, smoking, mental wellbeing and
reducing alcohol intake.
Main duties of the job
The main role of the Wellbeing Practitioner is to work with
individuals and groups aged 16 years and over from the community who need
support to make behaviour and lifestyle changes.
The post holder will support some of the most vulnerable
people in the community.
To manage a caseload of individuals (aged 16 years and over)
and maintain regular supportive contact with each person to assist them to
achieve their goals.
To encourage and facilitate the development and delivery of
personal health action plans.
To source a holistic package of information to support
individuals in the development of skills and knowledge and in particular
assisting individuals to progress and achieve their health goals.
To apply asset based community development, engagement and
consultation techniques as appropriate to engage with the target
groups/individuals.
To assist with the ongoing service evaluation in line with
the project plan.
To promote and deliver health and wellbeing programmes and
training to individuals and groups to support the delivery aims of the
programme.
To work collaboratively across the WBFL locality
teams on signposting potential volunteers and supporting them.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder has lead responsibility in delivering the
following key result areas:
Caseload
To manage a caseload of individuals/groups and maintain
regular supportive contact with each person.
To generate a working caseload of clients in groups or as
individuals by applying asset based community development, engagement and
consultation techniques as appropriate.
To work with individuals and groups on 1:1 basis, both face
to face and using digital platforms, including social media and video content,
to support them through behaviour and lifestyle change by developing step change
action plans and referring to relevant specialist services.
To source a holistic package of support to assist the
development of skills and knowledge and in particular assisting individuals to
progress and achieve their health goals.
To deliver Mini Healthchecks with 1:1 clients and groups as
an engagement tool in line with locally agreed standardised quality assured
protocols and practice.
To plan, deliver and evaluate a range of interactive health
and wellbeing workshops.
To be responsible for data management of clients including
inputting information onto databases and creating reports.
To signpost or refer individual clients to a range of health
and wellbeing lifestyle intervention, primary and secondary care services and
voluntary and community support.
To engage with and utilise the Adult Wellbeing Services
volunteer programme, buddying and mentoring volunteers where appropriate.
Partners
With the support of their line manager, work with the team
and partners to apply asset based community development techniques and
undertake research to support access to appropriate services.
With the support of their line manager, work with partners
and existing groups to develop the referral pathways for support.
To apply solution focused, problem solving to deal with the
wider determinants of health and lifestyle issues including weight management,
alcohol, smoking and mental wellbeing.
Marketing and Monitoring
To assist with service marketing and promotion activities,
including supporting events, including cancer awareness, mental wellbeing and
publicity campaigns.
To engage in service evaluation in line with the project
plan and learning from best practice.
To contribute to the collation of verbal and written reports
as required.
To contribute to knowledge sharing and learning before,
during and after projects, and to the development of a culture that helps
colleagues become confident in using the appropriate technology and develop
skills.
General
To work flexibly as part of the team and to provide cover
for colleagues as required maintaining appropriate staffing levels across the
wider programme.
There will be a requirement to work flexibly including some
weekends and evenings depending on service need.
To ensure the service operates effectively and efficiently.
To audit and maintain resources, stock and equipment levels.
To undertake any training and development deemed appropriate
by your line manager.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and
responsibilities and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties
which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the line manager.
COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The post holder will be expected to work and
communicate with a range of organisations and individuals to achieve the
project aims. Effective communication will facilitate partnership working,
influence decision making processes, avoid duplication and promote the service
as a wellbeing ambassador.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder has lead responsibility in delivering the
following key result areas:
Caseload
To manage a caseload of individuals/groups and maintain
regular supportive contact with each person.
To generate a working caseload of clients in groups or as
individuals by applying asset based community development, engagement and
consultation techniques as appropriate.
To work with individuals and groups on 1:1 basis, both face
to face and using digital platforms, including social media and video content,
to support them through behaviour and lifestyle change by developing step change
action plans and referring to relevant specialist services.
To source a holistic package of support to assist the
development of skills and knowledge and in particular assisting individuals to
progress and achieve their health goals.
To deliver Mini Healthchecks with 1:1 clients and groups as
an engagement tool in line with locally agreed standardised quality assured
protocols and practice.
To plan, deliver and evaluate a range of interactive health
and wellbeing workshops.
To be responsible for data management of clients including
inputting information onto databases and creating reports.
To signpost or refer individual clients to a range of health
and wellbeing lifestyle intervention, primary and secondary care services and
voluntary and community support.
To engage with and utilise the Adult Wellbeing Services
volunteer programme, buddying and mentoring volunteers where appropriate.
Partners
With the support of their line manager, work with the team
and partners to apply asset based community development techniques and
undertake research to support access to appropriate services.
With the support of their line manager, work with partners
and existing groups to develop the referral pathways for support.
To apply solution focused, problem solving to deal with the
wider determinants of health and lifestyle issues including weight management,
alcohol, smoking and mental wellbeing.
Marketing and Monitoring
To assist with service marketing and promotion activities,
including supporting events, including cancer awareness, mental wellbeing and
publicity campaigns.
To engage in service evaluation in line with the project
plan and learning from best practice.
To contribute to the collation of verbal and written reports
as required.
To contribute to knowledge sharing and learning before,
during and after projects, and to the development of a culture that helps
colleagues become confident in using the appropriate technology and develop
skills.
General
To work flexibly as part of the team and to provide cover
for colleagues as required maintaining appropriate staffing levels across the
wider programme.
There will be a requirement to work flexibly including some
weekends and evenings depending on service need.
To ensure the service operates effectively and efficiently.
To audit and maintain resources, stock and equipment levels.
To undertake any training and development deemed appropriate
by your line manager.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and
responsibilities and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties
which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the line manager.
COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The post holder will be expected to work and
communicate with a range of organisations and individuals to achieve the
project aims. Effective communication will facilitate partnership working,
influence decision making processes, avoid duplication and promote the service
as a wellbeing ambassador.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- The ability to regularly travel independently across County Durham within the working day.
- Flexibility and ability to work outside normal hours including evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 x GCSE's
- NVQ Level 3 / AS and A Level / Advanced Diplomas or equivalent experience.
- Able to demonstrate good overall topic based training covering a range of wellbeing and lifestyle disciplines
Desirable
- Health Trainer qualification (City and Guilds Level 3) with core competencies completed.
- Level 2 qualification in mental health
- Practical Cooking Skills qualification or Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- Level 2 Diploma in Health & Fitness / Level 2 in Gym Instructing / Level 2 Diploma in Sports Industry Skills
- Level 2 SCIP Training
- First Aid Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Good experience of working or volunteering in the community or voluntary sector.
- Good experience of successfully engaging and working with both individuals and groups.
- Good experience of delivering promotional campaigns.
Desirable
- Experience of working with volunteers
- Experience of working in a partnership or with partners
- Experience of evaluating projects or services, using a range of techniques.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of health and lifestyle issues relating to adults (gained through practical experience and/or a health related qualification).
- Skills to listen, influence, negotiate and motivate individuals in relation to health related behaviours.
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
- Very good, sound IT skills with experience in a range of Office packages.
- Very good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to act upon own initiative, respond to changing situations.
- A professional and pleasant manner with the ability to negotiate changes with a wide range of people and at all levels whilst actively promoting the 5 ways to wellbeing.
Desirable
- A good understanding of behaviour change models.
- Ability to collate information and prepare reports.
- Knowledge of the local area and the VCS in the County
- An understanding of Asset Based Community Development Approach and experience of applying the tools.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- The ability to regularly travel independently across County Durham within the working day.
- Flexibility and ability to work outside normal hours including evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 x GCSE's
- NVQ Level 3 / AS and A Level / Advanced Diplomas or equivalent experience.
- Able to demonstrate good overall topic based training covering a range of wellbeing and lifestyle disciplines
Desirable
- Health Trainer qualification (City and Guilds Level 3) with core competencies completed.
- Level 2 qualification in mental health
- Practical Cooking Skills qualification or Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- Level 2 Diploma in Health & Fitness / Level 2 in Gym Instructing / Level 2 Diploma in Sports Industry Skills
- Level 2 SCIP Training
- First Aid Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Good experience of working or volunteering in the community or voluntary sector.
- Good experience of successfully engaging and working with both individuals and groups.
- Good experience of delivering promotional campaigns.
Desirable
- Experience of working with volunteers
- Experience of working in a partnership or with partners
- Experience of evaluating projects or services, using a range of techniques.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of health and lifestyle issues relating to adults (gained through practical experience and/or a health related qualification).
- Skills to listen, influence, negotiate and motivate individuals in relation to health related behaviours.
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
- Very good, sound IT skills with experience in a range of Office packages.
- Very good organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to act upon own initiative, respond to changing situations.
- A professional and pleasant manner with the ability to negotiate changes with a wide range of people and at all levels whilst actively promoting the 5 ways to wellbeing.
Desirable
- A good understanding of behaviour change models.
- Ability to collate information and prepare reports.
- Knowledge of the local area and the VCS in the County
- An understanding of Asset Based Community Development Approach and experience of applying the tools.
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.
