Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Wellbeing Facilitator to join our Primary Care team at HMP Foston Hall, a women's prison located in Foston, Derbyshire.
Hours
Part‑time: 22.5 hours per week. Some flexibility on days worked, including weekend shifts.
Salary
Annual salary up to £33,150 pro‑rata per annum.
How we support you
* Bespoke induction, including Introducing Health in Justice training course
* Competency framework
* Regional and national career development opportunities
* Learning Management System for learning needs
* Support from the wider team
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK; offers are subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
* Lead on initiatives to improve patient experience and communication.
* Develop and facilitate patient and family forums, surveys and health promotion activities.
* Act as a point of contact for patients with queries, concerns or suggestions.
* Support induction and education of new patients on healthcare access and pathways.
* Ensure equitable engagement with diverse patient populations, including those with complex needs or low literacy.
* Organise and promote recreational activities in an inclusive, safe environment.
* Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities and adapt activities to meet individual participant needs.
* Explain principles, techniques and safety procedures to participants and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
* Develop positive relationships with participants.
Benefits and additional support
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* Support to grow in your role and continue professional development
* 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first.
Core values:
* We treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
* We act with integrity
* We embrace diversity
* We strive to do things better together
Qualifications & experience
* Experience in a prison environment, mental health hospital or similar is preferable
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
* Demonstrated ability to engage and build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds
* Experience in facilitating groups and individual activities
Disclosure and Barring Service check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to identify any previous criminal convictions.
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