University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you driven to improve the experience of our patients through reducing Health Inequalities for our community? We are looking for a passionate and driven Health Inequalities Officer sitting within the Experience of Care team and driving forward some key initiatives including Veteran care at UHS, care delivery of our Transgender community, training, and education in the support of our Gypsy Roma Traveller community and much more.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has substantial experience of working with disadvantaged groups in a variety of settings. Has knowledge and understanding of challenges facing disadvantaged groups within a health context. Has knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and the socio-economic factors that drive these. Has the ability to work flexibly to support the varying demands of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
Degree in relevant area or significant equivalent experience. Level 3 Safeguarding qualification.
Desirable
Evidence of professional development.
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
Substantial experience of working with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities in a variety of settings. Knowledge and experience of current legislation and guidance around gypsy, Roma, and traveller communities in health and social care. Knowledge and understanding of challenges facing gypsy, Roma, and traveller communities, ideally within a health context. Experience of signposting and referring to community support services. Experience of providing advice and support to excluded communities.
Desirable
Experience of complaints management or conflict resolution or mediation. Knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and the socio-economic factors that drive these. Experience of working with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities in a health setting.
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
Ability to communicate and work with people from all backgrounds. Ability and skills in engaging people in health conversations. Mediation skills to help resolve concerns and complaints. Effective at managing stressful or emotional situations where calmness and reasoning are required. Able to support people in clinical environments, advocating for their needs.
Desirable
Commitment to, and understanding of, user and carer involvement. Ability to develop networks and forums for engagement.
Values and behaviours
Essential
Patients First. Always Improving. Working Together.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-THQ2101224 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
Are you driven to improve the experience of our patients through reducing Health Inequalities for our community? We are looking for a passionate and driven Health Inequalities Officer sitting within the Experience of Care team and driving forward some key initiatives including Veteran care at UHS, care delivery of our Transgender community, training, and education in the support of our Gypsy Roma Traveller community and much more.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has substantial experience of working with disadvantaged groups in a variety of settings. Has knowledge and understanding of challenges facing disadvantaged groups within a health context. Has knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and the socio-economic factors that drive these. Has the ability to work flexibly to support the varying demands of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
Degree in relevant area or significant equivalent experience. Level 3 Safeguarding qualification.
Desirable
Evidence of professional development.
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
Substantial experience of working with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities in a variety of settings. Knowledge and experience of current legislation and guidance around gypsy, Roma, and traveller communities in health and social care. Knowledge and understanding of challenges facing gypsy, Roma, and traveller communities, ideally within a health context. Experience of signposting and referring to community support services. Experience of providing advice and support to excluded communities.
Desirable
Experience of complaints management or conflict resolution or mediation. Knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and the socio-economic factors that drive these. Experience of working with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities in a health setting.
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
Ability to communicate and work with people from all backgrounds. Ability and skills in engaging people in health conversations. Mediation skills to help resolve concerns and complaints. Effective at managing stressful or emotional situations where calmness and reasoning are required. Able to support people in clinical environments, advocating for their needs.
Desirable
Commitment to, and understanding of, user and carer involvement. Ability to develop networks and forums for engagement.
Values and behaviours
Essential
Patients First. Always Improving. Working Together.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-THQ2101224 #J-18808-Ljbffr
