Part-Time Stop Smoking Advisor & Community Coach

Solutions 4 Health Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A public health organization in Blackburn is seeking a proactive Stop Smoking Advisor to engage with the community, deliver smoking cessation support, and manage data for program success. The part-time role focuses on empowering individuals to quit smoking and improving public health outcomes while fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for diverse populations. Previous experience in a similar role and a NCSCT certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• An understanding of health inequalities within the local area.
• A strong understanding of the impact of smoking on health.
• Ability to understand and respect diverse cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face and virtual sessions to clients.
• Support clients to create informed decisions about their treatment.
• Input and maintain service’s database systems.

Skills

Understanding of health inequalities

Impact of smoking on health

Understanding of current trends in smoking and vaping

Ability to build rapport

IT skills and experience with data inputting

Driving license

Motivational interviewing techniques

Education

Certified NCSCT Smoking Cessation Practitioner

Job description

A public health organization in Blackburn is seeking a proactive Stop Smoking Advisor to engage with the community, deliver smoking cessation support, and manage data for program success. The part-time role focuses on empowering individuals to quit smoking and improving public health outcomes while fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for diverse populations. Previous experience in a similar role and a NCSCT certification is desirable.