About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work independently in a variety of Community and Primary Care settings across areas of highest deprivation in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB), as part of the Wellness Improvement Service (WISE) Programme Team.
They will roll out the Wellbeing Facilitator Support across CTMUHB area, using a variety of methods including group education sessions and individual person support to activate individuals to improve their health and wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to undertake appropriate training to use WISE associated software and also to develop excellent communication and behaviour change skills which will enable them to support and motivate patients to make positive lifestyle changes, identifying their own health associated risk factors and enable them to reduce and manage their risk or long term health condition.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Welsh language skills Desirable
Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Community working experience Essential
Experience of working within a primary, secondary or community care setting or equivalent Good understanding of local services and communities
Desirable
Experience of working in or contributing to local community groups (paid or unpaid) Experience of working with disadvantaged communities and social care
Motivational support Essential
Motivational interviewing and brief intervention training
Desirable
Experience of working with individuals and delivering motivational one to one support
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of primary and social care systems and how to assist people to implement change
Qualifications Essential
Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support, Fitness Instructor or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
Completed Venepuncture training or willingness to undertake
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Kier Hardie Health Park
Aberdare Road
Merthyr Tydfil
CF42 1BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)