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Public Representative Department of Health & Social Care
Would you enjoy the opportunity to represent your community in relation to health and social care matters on
the Island?
We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic individuals to join our volunteer team of Public Representatives
at Noble’s Hospital. Our Department has an ambitious five year plan to improve health and social care for
the people of the Isle of Man - our vision is to deliver longer, healthier lives by becoming the best small island-
based health and care system.
If you would like to play a part in helping us achieve this vision basis then this may be for you!
Working together for the Isle of Man
What does a Public Representative do?
The role of a Public Representative is flexible and there are no set hours; you can volunteer as and when you have the time, typically you may be giving up an hour of your time per month. In this role you will have the opportunity to represent the public in a number of forums and capacities. Some of the duties you would be able to undertake as a Public Representative are:
Sitting as the lay representative on Consultant Appointment Advisory Committees/Interviews
Conducting Patient Indicator surveys
Sitting on various Health & Social Care working groups/panels on behalf of the Public Representative group
Full training would be provided in relation to conducting surveys and sitting on interviews.
Values
In the Department of Health and Social Care we pride ourselves on being committed,
appreciative, respectful and excellent. CARE represents what we are about, what we stand
for and what we value. All our recruitment, staff development and our approach to work are all
based on our CARE ethos.
What are the requirements to become a Public Representative?
There is no specific experience required to become a Public Representative - instead we are looking for people who can demonstrate that they have the skills and attributes that we think the role requires. We’re also looking for people who can demonstrate that their values align with our CARE qualities we have here within the Department.
We are looking for people who:
Have good communication skills, both written and verbal
Have good interpersonal skills
Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Be comfortable in being able to convey your point of view effectively and skilfully
Be passionate about striving to improve health and social care outcomes for the people of the Isle of Man
Demonstrate our CARE qualities - Committed, Appreciative, Respectful and Excellent
Working together for the Isle of Man
More Information or to apply
More details can be obtained from Wendy Spiers, Lead Nurse, Patient Experience and Volunteers Co-ordinator on 650412 or e-mail [email protected]
To apply you can complete the application form: Public Representative Form or obtain a paper based version from the PALS Office, Main Entrance, Noble’s Hospital, Braddan, IM4 4RJ
Why join us?
This is a varied role where you will be part of a large and supportive team working together to deliver the best results for the Department
This is an opportunity to support and represent your community in the drive to improve health and social care services on the Isle of Man
You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and experience
You will have the opportunity to meet new people and work in a diverse team where there are lots of different professionals
The role is flexible and on a volunteer basis - you can make the role fit around your lifestyle and any current commitments