SMI Physical Health Navigator

Dorset Healthcare University Nhs Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Physical Health Support Worker to deliver annual physical health checks for people with serious mental illness, conducting observations and health promotion activities. You will travel across the locality and work with clinicians to support improvements in physical health outcomes.

The role requires strong organisational skills, independence, and a proactive approach to inviting and engaging individuals in health checks

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in care or equivalent qualification
• Willingness to complete relevant physical health checks and interventions training
• Ability to drive for work
• Good IT and care record/data entry skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good coordination and organisation skills

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive physical health assessment for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness (SMI) through a series of physical health observations and health promotion interventions.
• Improve the physical health care for adults living with SMI through enhanced health checks and supportive follow-up interventions tailored to their needs.
• Provide individuals with lifestyle and health advice to help manage their physical health needs.
• Support and empower people to engage with the physical health pathway, overcoming barriers to participation.
• Work with other providers to promote access to activities in the local community that support wellbeing.
• Work flexibly, following guidance from senior colleagues, doctors and nurses through shared decision-making.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Coordination

Organisation

IT skills

Driving licence

Willingness to train

Experience with clients

Teamwork

Mental health experience

English proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 3 in care

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Physical Health Support Worker to deliver annual physical health checks for people with serious mental illness, conducting observations and health promotion activities. You will travel across the locality and work with clinicians to support improvements in physical health outcomes.

The role requires strong organisational skills, independence, and a proactive approach to inviting and engaging individuals in health checks