About this role
Job summary
Please apply for this role directly on our Website, using the link/information below:
https://stcatherineshospice.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=3494e7a2-49a3-44a1-9c63-c6be3f32e82e
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to support the delivery of our new Wellbeing-Only Referral Pathway.
We are seeking a dynamic, positive, and motivated individual who is passionate about service development and improving patient care. This role offers the chance to lead and contribute to the ongoing development of the Wellbeing Centre, while working as an integral member of the wider Wellbeing Team.
The successful candidate will be proactive, innovative, and committed to delivering high-quality holistic support, helping to shape and enhance our wellbeing services for patients and those important to them.
Main duties of the job
The Wellbeing Specialist will work closely with the Head of Wellbeing and Therapies to develop, deliver and oversee a programme of wellbeing and therapy services which will see the Hospice reach people in the communities in which it serves, and that access to these services is equitable and fair in its reach.
This post is offered on a permanent, full time basis, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm.
About us
St Catherines Hospice is a respected local charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.
We provide care in communities across Surrey and Sussex which are richly diverse and we want to reflect that in everything we do. We celebrate and support difference and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you believe in the importance of what we do, share our values and want to be a part of an outstanding team building something important, wed love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Wellbeing Specialist will work closely with the Head of Wellbeing and Therapies to develop, deliver and oversee a programme of wellbeing and therapy services which will see the Hospice reach people in the communities in which it serves, and that access to these services is equitable and fair in its reach.
This work will build relationships, links and projects that will:
Ensure equitable access for local communities to St Catherines services and support
Work to broaden access to hospice services, reflected in a change in patient profile that more accurately reflects the local population and ensures we are an inclusive organisation
Develop sustainable and reciprocal partnerships with other organisations and community groups.
You will be part of a multi professional team collectively responsible for planning and delivering responsive, compassionate and effective wellbeing and therapy support to the patients and families referred to StCH. This will include planning, coordinating and facilitating the delivery of group and community settings.
Youll work closely with our Wellbeing and Therapy team, Community, Inpatient Unit and contribute to a positive working environment with an emphasis on innovation, teamwork and co-operation. You will take responsibility for creating and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high quality standards are maintained.
Person Specification
Attitudes and Behaviours Essential
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Drive to develop and enhance service offering Demonstrable commitment to anti- discriminatory practice and equal opportunities Ability to demonstrate the values of St Catherine's Ability to work with patients and carers in line with STCH values Passion for good patient care
Experience Essential
Experience working in a team Ability to delegate Experience in developing services and/or of evaluating and implementing service improvements Volunteer leadership experience Knowledge and experience of using outcome measures in practice Organisational and administrative skills, including ability to plan workload Experience and able to work independently and deliver objectives within a given timeframe IT proficiency
Desirable
Experience of practice in a variety of settings, eg community and hospital Experience of contributing to the development of governance frameworks Demonstrable experience in delivering community engagement projects. Experience of planning and delivering training informally and formally Working knowledge of relevant statutory and voluntary agencies Experience in developing services and/or of evaluating and implementing service
Qualifications Essential
Confident communication skills Good administration skills Experience and/or a qualification in a health or social care setting
Desirable
BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in health or therapeutic care or willingness to work towards
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 St Catherine’s Hospice
Address St. Catherines Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stch.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)