Farleigh Hospice is a high performing organisation providing specialist palliative and end of life care for people with life limiting illness in the Mid Essex region.Our team at Farleigh has grown and evolved to meet the changing needs of the community weserveand we are looking for highly motivatedCompassionate Communities Coordinatorto join ourteam.
Help Build Communities That Care
Farleigh Hospice is committed to creating compassionate, connected communities where people support one another through illness, caring responsibilities, bereavement, death and dying.
We areseekingan enthusiastic and relationship-focused Compassionate Communities Coordinator to lead and support the development of Compassionate Communities across Chelmsford and Maldon. This exciting role will play a vital part in helping local people, organisations and communities work together to improve wellbeing, strengthenresilienceand reduce loneliness.
Funded by Essex County Council, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference across Mid Essex while helping to shape a growing and innovative programme.
About the Role
As the Compassionate Communities Coordinator, you will support the implementation,coordinationand evaluation of Compassionate Communities activity across Chelmsford and Maldon.
Working as part of Farleigh Hospice's Wellbeing Services Team, you will engage withlocal residents, businesses, charities, schools, faith groups, communityleadersand volunteers to build stronger networks of support and encourage community-led approaches to wellbeing and social connectedness.
You will play a key role in helping communities become more confident in supporting people affected by serious illness, caring responsibilities,bereavementand end-of-life experiences.
What You'll Be Doing
Developing and supporting local Compassionate Communities initiatives
Building strong relationships with community groups, charities, businesses, schools,collegesand faith organisations
Organising andfacilitatingworkshops,eventsand community engagement activities
Promoting conversations around caring, grief, loss, death and dying in sensitive and accessible ways
Supporting organisations to increase confidence and understanding around bereavement and end-of-life experiences
Encouraging partnership working and collaborative community solutions
Supporting the delivery and reporting of the Essex County Council funded programme
Gathering evidence, casestudiesand data todemonstrateimpact and outcomes
Sharing learning and best practice across Mid Essex and the wider Compassionate Communities network
About You
We'relooking for someone who is passionate about people, communities and making a positive difference.
You will have experience in community engagement, volunteering, community development or partnership working, alongside excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
You'llbe confident working independently, comfortable engaging with diverse groups of people, and motivated to help communities become more connected,resilientand compassionate.
Why Join Farleigh Hospice?
At Farleigh Hospice,you'llbe part of an organisation that makes a real difference every day.You'llwork alongside dedicated colleagues,volunteersand partners to create stronger, more compassionate communities where nobodyhastoface illness, caringresponsibilitiesor bereavement alone.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a developing programme and leavea lasting legacyacross Chelmsford and Maldon.
We offer a great working environment, a competitive pay and benefit package, flexibleworkinganda strong teamto support you.
Farleigh Hospice is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated. To achievethiswe welcome applications from all sections of the community.Farleigh Hospiceoperatesathree-month probation period.Positions may be subject to DBS Disclosure.Charity Registration No: 284670
If you require furtherinformation,please view the job description here or contact the recruiting managerNikki Tuffon 01245457305or emailnikki.tuff@farelighhospice.orgfor an informal chat.
Compassionate Communities Coordinator in Chelmsford employer: Farleigh Hospice
Farleigh Hospice is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its staff in Chelmsford. With a strong emphasis on personal development and educational opportunities, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families. The collaborative work culture fosters teamwork and innovation, making it an ideal place for those passionate about palliative care.
