Job Summary
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust (DHC) highly values the contribution that the CYP Public Health Service 0 – 19 makes to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, using evidence-based, early intervention strategies.
As a Health Visitor, you will work within the 0 – 19 Children and Young Persons Public Health Service to support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. You will work in partnership with children, young people and families, the Local Authority, Early Intervention Services, Local Authority Children’s Services, Early Years Providers, Schools and Education Establishments, voluntary and community sector agencies and other Health Care providers. You will be required to work closely with other members of the CYP Public Health Service 0 – 19, to provide services in response to identified needs, including safeguarding and supporting children, young people and families.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Health Visitor to join our forward-thinking Poole East Team, this is a year-round post of 26 hours per week. The Teams main base is Parkstone Health Centre, Mansfield Road, Poole.
Contact
Cheryl Wellington, Public Health Locality Lead for Poole East
Telephone: 07920831255
Email: c.wellington@nhs.net
Requirements
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Key Responsibilities
* To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people’s safety, privacy, and dignity.
* To work within the Children Young Person Public Health (CYP PH) Service to support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and targeted interventions to children 0 to 5 and their families.
* To promote the health and wellbeing of the 0 to 5 population and their families.
* To provide specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients / service users.
* To devise specialist programmes of care for members of the 0-19 team and other professionals, to deliver and ensure they are delivered appropriately.
* To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings and be proactive in delivering the national and local public health agendas in response to identified health and social need.
* To work in partnership with other agencies and meet agreed standards, objectives, and statutory requirements.
* Provide supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to students and trained practitioners.
* To provide line management and leadership within the 0-19 team.
About Dorset HealthCare
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Our Values
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Work Environment
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Why Join Us
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Further Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Cheryl Wellington
Job title: 0-19 Public Health Locality Lead Poole East
Email address: c.wellington@nhs.net
Telephone number: 07920831255
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