Kent Community Stop Smoking Practitioner

Everyone Health Ltd; Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health service provider in Kent is seeking a motivated Stop Smoking Practitioner to support and facilitate smoking cessation programmes. This role involves maintaining patient cohorts and conducting face-to-face clinics in community settings. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in community services and be registered with NCSCT. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a community-based smoking cessation service.
• Demonstrated understanding of smoking cessation interventions.
• Experience advising special populations on smoking cessation.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate smoking cessation programmes.
• Maintain a cohort of patients and face-to-face clinics.
• Build relationships with health care providers and agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Experience in community-based services

Behaviour change models

Knowledge of smoking cessation interventions

Understanding of harmful effects of smoking

Time management and planning skills

Motivation and support skills

Cultural awareness in health messaging

Relationship building with diverse groups

Education

NCSCT registration as Stop Smoking Practitioner

Job description

A local health service provider in Kent is seeking a motivated Stop Smoking Practitioner to support and facilitate smoking cessation programmes. This role involves maintaining patient cohorts and conducting face-to-face clinics in community settings. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in community services and be registered with NCSCT. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this impactful position.