SMI Physical Health Check Coach

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a physical health support worker to deliver annual health checks and health promotion for adults with SMI. The role covers several Trust localities and involves travelling across the locality to conduct observations and support patients in accessing health services.

The post requires strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently within the role’s boundaries, with guidance from senior colleagues and other

Responsibilities

• Provide annual physical health checks for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness (SMI).
• Conduct a range of physical observations and health promotion interventions.
• Signpost individuals to services to improve their physical health.
• Travel across the locality to work within various surgeries and travel independently as required.
• Work with senior colleagues and other professionals to deliver care.

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a physical health support worker to deliver annual health checks and health promotion for adults with SMI. The role covers several Trust localities and involves travelling across the locality to conduct observations and support patients in accessing health services.

The post requires strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently within the role’s boundaries, with guidance from senior colleagues and other