Tobacco Dependence Advisor

NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, Norwich

Tobacco Dependence Advisor

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NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, Norwich

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 30 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 02f8c72cc30748ee8af494da55efd3f7

Location ref: Norwich

Full Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Tobacco Dependence Advisor to join our Physical Health Corporate Team at NSFT .

In this role you will provide tobacco dependence advice supporting inpatients and staff across Norfolk & Waveney to reduce harm and quit smoking through behavioural and motivational interventions

This role will involve working directly with patients to assess and support needs relating to tobacco dependency

Main duties of the job

One to one, and group, based tobacco cessation support; which maybe face to face, remote consultation or via telephone

Support people to develop personalised quit plans including harm reduction approaches

Provide behavioural support and health education to encourage lasting change

Advise on stop smoking therapies

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide safe and effective care

Maintain strong relationships with patients, families and carers to support recovery

This role is diverse and will offer opportunity to visit NSFT sites to deliver smoking cessation, training and support for the continued implementation of the NSFT smokefree policy

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/tobacco-dependence-advisor-127302153