Job summary
Job Title:Health & Wellbeing Coach- Stop Smoking
Contract Type:Fixed term - Full time
Remuneration:£ 24,000 £27,000
Hours of work:Fulltime (37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday)
Responsible to:Health & Wellbeing Coach Manager
Accountable to:Health & Wellbeing Service Manager
Location:To be based: GP Haringey Federation, 48 Station Rd, London N22 7TY
Travel required: within the Haringey Borough/Remote
Interview Date:19/04/2024
Main duties of the job
As a dedicated and passionate Stop Smoking Advisor, you will play a vital role in helping individuals quit smoking and improve their overall health and well-being.
The role will include:
If you are passionate about helping others live healthier lives and making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for the Stop Smoking Advisor position. Join us in our mission to empower individuals to break free from tobacco addiction and embrace a smoke-free lifestyle.
Some evening and weekend work maybe required.
The information below describes your key responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list and as such you will be expected to carry out any other duties that may be specified by your Line Manager from time to time. This job description is non-contractual.
About us
We are the Haringey GP Federation, a
young and growing organisation working with 34 member practices in the diverse
and vibrant borough of Haringey in north London.
Our vision is to support the people of
Haringey to be healthier and happier. We do this by strengthening, innovating,
and advocating for strong and sustainable General Practice in Haringey.
Our friendly, collaborative team has
deservedly earned a strong reputation for providing best practice Primary Care
services at scale. We are proud that our teams achievements have won external
recognition, including at the recent HSJ awards for demonstrating
professionally diverse clinical leadership in primary care.
We
welcome and encourage innovative ways of working which respond to the changing
needs of the population in Haringey. We
are building a sustainable workforce that is fully equipped and motivated for our
work and constantly seek to expand opportunities which allow development for
our staff and practices alike.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Conducting one-on-one consultations
with participants to assess their smoking habits, readiness to quit, and
individual needs.
Developing personalized quit plans
tailored to each client's goals and preferences.
Providing ongoing support and
encouragement to clients throughout their quit journey.
Delivering evidence-based smoking
cessation interventions and techniques, including counselling, behavioural
therapy, and pharmacotherapy recommendations.
Monitoring and evaluating client
progress, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure successful quit attempts.
Collaborating with other healthcare
professionals and community organizations to promote smoking cessation
initiatives and resources.
Maintaining accurate records of
client interactions and program outcomes
Liaise with
professionals including GPs and primary care staff to promote and generate
referrals to the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Conducting one-on-one consultations
with participants to assess their smoking habits, readiness to quit, and
individual needs.
Developing personalized quit plans
tailored to each client's goals and preferences.
Providing ongoing support and
encouragement to clients throughout their quit journey.
Delivering evidence-based smoking
cessation interventions and techniques, including counselling, behavioural
therapy, and pharmacotherapy recommendations.
Monitoring and evaluating client
progress, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure successful quit attempts.
Collaborating with other healthcare
professionals and community organizations to promote smoking cessation
initiatives and resources.
Maintaining accurate records of
client interactions and program outcomes
Liaise with
professionals including GPs and primary care staff to promote and generate
referrals to the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). OR achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage.
- A minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma
Desirable
- Recognised professional qualification in health or social care, a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience
- Certification as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working effectively in a team
- Demonstrable experience of delivering high quality customer service.
Desirable
- Previous experience in smoking cessation counselling
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). OR achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage.
- A minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma
Desirable
- Recognised professional qualification in health or social care, a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience
- Certification as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working effectively in a team
- Demonstrable experience of delivering high quality customer service.
Desirable
- Previous experience in smoking cessation counselling
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.
