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This is an exciting opportunity to join the NHS Borders Wellbeing Service which provides a range of programmes to support clients to make positive changes to their health and emotional wellbeing. These may include:
- Smoking cessation
- Support for healthier lifestyles including healthy eating and physical activity
- Addressing mild anxiety, stress and depression.
Through this provision the Wellbeing Service aims to reduce health inequalities and improve the wellbeing of people living in Scottish Borders. The post-holder will support people using evidence based health behaviour change, CBT and guided self help approaches to improve health and wellbeing. The post-holder will work within an adviser team in an identified geographical/locality area and maintain local networks and an awareness of opportunities available for their clients.
The successful applicant will have a degree in a relevant area (e.g. health improvement, support and care services) and will have relevant practical experience of providing professional support to individuals. They will have active, empathic and reflective listening skills.
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***