Cancer Support Worker

4 weeks ago


Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Cancer Support Worker to join their team. As a Cancer Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing emotional support and care coordination to patients with head and neck cancer.

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide holistic needs assessments and ongoing support to patients with head and neck cancer
  • Triage urgent calls and attend clinics to ensure timely and effective care
  • Work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist team to deliver complex care and support to patients
  • Develop and implement pathways to improve the patient experience and streamline care
  • Collect and analyze data to inform service development and improvement

Requirements

  • 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths
  • Relevant experience in health or social care, with demonstrable transferable skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to service development and improvement

Working for University Hospitals Sussex

At University Hospitals Sussex, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and improving the patient experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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