Social Prescribing Link Worker

4 weeks ago


Richmond upon Thames, United Kingdom Ruils Full time

Ruils is run by and for disabled people. It exists to remove the barriers that prevent disabled people from living independent lives. Its vision is a society where all individuals have the choice and control to live independent lives.

We are working with our local Primary Care Networks to deliver Social Prescribing in Richmond. Social Prescribing is part of the NHS Long-Term Plan and enables GPs and other health care professionals to refer patients to a Link Worker who can work with the individual to connect them with services and activities in their local community. The role aims to empower people and take control of their lives. It involves working with people who may be experiencing a number of issues, so you will need outstanding listening and communication skills, empathy and enthusiasm. You will need excellent organisational skills, be adept at seeking out information for relevant community services and have the tenacity to help people achieve sustainable improvements in their wellbeing.

**What you may be doing now**:

- You could be a Social Prescriber in another area
- You could be working in the NHS in a coordinating or service-providing role
- You could be working in social services or the caring sector
- You could be working in education
- Or you could be doing something else that is relevant

**Duties and responsibilities**:

- Manage a caseload of clients and incoming referrals, providing appointments through various methods to meet client needs
- Work with individuals on a one-to-one basis to assess their needs, create personalised action plans and locate support within the community
- Engage with community organisations and specialist services that provide support to ease the pathway for your clients
- Build and maintain relationships with Primary Care Networks, GPs, health care professionals and services across the borough

**What we can offer you**:

- A vibrant and interesting work environment - every day is different
- An experienced and supportive leadership team
- Training and development opportunities
- Flexible working
- Kind and caring colleagues who work as a team
- A cycle-to-work scheme
- An employee assistance programme (EAP)

**Closing date: 10th May 2023.**
**Interview date: w/c 15th May 2023.**
- We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme; we will guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Please state in a cover letter if you wish us to consider you for this guaranteed interview scheme._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £24,000.00-£27,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/05/2023



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