Working as part of a team to deliver the highest standards, main duties will include development of the CSP Education Outreach programme for under 25’s using novel technologies, contribute to the planning, development and delivery of the eC-Card programme and associated promotion and training plans, and contribute to the city wide KPIs of the Chlamydia Screening programme, including hard to reach groups and improvement to access of SHAC services.
Provide expert consultancy and advice to colleagues, the local authority, and other statutory bodies on health promotion issues within this topic area.
Work with existing providers, including voluntary and statutory organisations and other Core Services, to support the ongoing development of partnerships and working groups,
Work with local large employers to encourage the promotion of key Sexual Health Messages.
Deliver formal and informal presentations to large and small groups on the specialist work area.
To instigate and maintain effective networks with key nursing, medical and primary health care staff involved in the delivery of Sexual Health messages, in particular to help deliver the Chlamydia Screening KPIs.
To be involved in communication updates regarding the SHAC service to the wider community via a range of media including the SHAC website and other digital media as required.
Chair the SHAC communication group meetings/decision planning
Present complex information clearly to colleagues at all levels
Communication with health professionals in other agencies, locally and nationally regarding service provision.
To be present at relevant strategic groups including domain group and sexual health programme boards as appropriate and ensure there is a two way communication process
To attend a range of internal and external meetings as required
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after
ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best
that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.
We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Support delivery and development of innovative ways of working with clients including the use of novel technologies.
Planning, development and deliver sexual health promotion strategy to include outreach programme, c-card condom provision and local delivery of the National Chlamydia Screening programme and young people’s sexual health programme
Guide the strategic development of Chlamydia Screening Programme in line with national guidance and to improve access to SHAC services for U25’s in Brighton & Hove.
Implement innovative ways of working to reach young people.
To work as an effective and responsive team member, arriving promptly and working effectively during agreed hours.
To support other team members taking a shared approach to teamwork.
To attend CSP and home-sampling meetings where issues relevant to this role are being discussed.
Able to work autonomously within the framework of SHAC service and Trust policies and guidelines to meet targets and deadlines as agreed with line manager.
Assist in health impact assessments and the use of research methods and tools such as critical appraisal and health equity audits.
In conjunction with Local Authority/UH Western colleagues and other partners, assess local health needs including the wider determinants of health and formulate health promotion strategies and projects that would meet these needs.
Produce regular reports on sexual health promotion activity and to work with colleagues to ensure that sexual health Promotion work is data driven effective and evidence based
Managing budget with team
To ensure SHAC visibility at key city events targeting young people such as Freshers/New student events, STI Testing Week etc
People Management and Development
To support and mentor the Health Promotion Administrator, overseeing session and training delivery.
To co-ordinate and manage new and junior staff with regard to outreach events and sessional delivery.
To take lead responsibility for the safety checks and risk assessments for all work held outside of the department.
Uphold professional standards and act as advocate for the Department.
Maintain a highly organised office environment to maintain confidentiality and data protection and set office standards for the team.
To provide leadership on health promotion projects relating to sexual health services and the development, implementation and evaluation of relevant strategies and action plans.
To develop, manage and deliver a Sexual Health Promotion Plan to be rolled out to all colleagues working with young people to ensure a joined up and consistent approach to sexual health work across the city.
To be responsible for the continued growth in the recognised Contraception and Sexual Health Branding and ensure that material is produced in line with this and is visible, meaningful and effective.
To act as a media spokesperson for work area and other relevant issues as agreed with line manager.
Assist the integrated Public Health Team in establishing key health promotion priorities in the City and in drawing up a relevant service activity plan.
To supervise and manage admin posts as required. -line management of B4 roles in Health promotion administration and home testing/on-line administration
Patient Care Delivery
To work directly with young people to ensure that Health Promotion messages are relevant to the target audience and to ensure ongoing service user involvement throughout aspects of the work undertaken.
To work closely with education settings including school based sexual health drop ins and ensure clear pathways to GP drop ins, and all teams in SHAC.
To initiate and/or lead on outreach sessions to particular populations and communities, including vulnerable young people and ensuring all the pathways into targeted services are in place.
Deliver education and training sessions as required.
Deliver virtual education and training sessions as required, utilising novel technologies to maximise learning.
Deliver and/or support with assemblies, talks and lectures to provide information and screening to large groups of students.
Development, delivery and evaluation of training packages for professional providers.
Co-ordinate meetings, appointments and teaching sessions.
To work closely with Primary Care partners to ensure CSP KPIs are met and clear referral pathways are in place, including treatment and follow-up

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