Social Prescribing Link worker

4 weeks ago

St Albans, United Kingdom HaLo PCN Full time
About the Role Halo PCN has an exciting opportunity for a social prescribing link worker to join our team on a full-time basis, for hours per week. You will work alongside the GP practice teams at Harvey Group Practice and the Lodge Health Partnership and be an integral part of the general practice team, working in each practice and across the HaLo PCN, as well as part of wider community groups and their multidisciplinary teams. Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and well-being through referral to non-medical ‘link workers’ who give time to focus on what matters to each individual, taking a holistic approach and connecting people to community groups and statutory services, for practical and emotional support. Social prescribing can help to strengthen community resilience and personal resilience whilst reducing health inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health such as debt, poor housing, and physical inactivity by increasing people’s active involvement with their local communities. This role can be particularly beneficial to patients with long-term conditions, those with mental health issues and those who are lonely or isolated or who have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. The main responsibilities of the role include: provide personalised support to individuals, their families, and carers to access community-based activities and support that can help them to take control of their health and wellbeing through co-producing a simple personalised care and support plan and introducing people to appropriate activities, groups, and services. develop trusting relationships by giving people time and focus on ‘what matters to them’ and evaluate the individual impact of a person’s wellness programme. be a friendly source of information about wellbeing and prevention approaches. help people identify the wider issues that impact on their health and well-being such as debt, poor housing, being unemployed, loneliness and caring responsibilities. help people maintain or regain independence through living skills, adaptations, enablement approaches and simple safeguards. forge strong links with local VCSE organisations, community, and neighbourhood level groups, utilising their networks and building on what’s already available. build ongoing relationships with local infrastructure organisations, community activities and support services to increase knowledge of the community support offer and work collaboratively to develop effective partnership working to support the community offer to be sustainable, identifying gaps in provision, nurturing community assets and sharing intelligence on gaps or problems with commissioners and local authorities. work with appropriate supervision as part of the PCN to manage and prioritise your own caseload, in accordance with needs, priorities and support required by individuals. Refer people back to other health professionals/agencies, as appropriate or necessary. build relationships with key staff in GP practices within the local Primary Care Network (PCN), attending relevant meetings, becoming part of the wider network team, giving information and feedback on social prescribing. ensure that social prescribing referral codes are inputted to EMIS system, and that the person’s use of the NHS can be tracked, adhering to data protection legislation and data sharing agreements with the ICB. liaise with the practices and, where practicable, to standardise the social prescribing process across the PCN. support the delivery of Standard Network Hours with the flexibility to work in the evenings (until 8pm) or on Saturdays on a regular or ad hoc basis. provide targeted support and proactive reviews for vulnerable, complex patients and those at risk of admission and re-admission to secondary care. contribute to public health campaigns ( flu clinics) through advice or direct care. educate non-clinical and clinical staff within PCN MDTs on the community support offer, how and when patients can access it, and the value of non-medical community-based interventions. This may include verbal or written advice and guidance. promote social prescribing as an approach across the PCN and wider agencies, including its role in supported self-management, in addressing health inequalities and the wider determinants of health, reducing pressure on statutory services, improving access to healthcare, and improving health outcomes, and in taking a holistic approach. Please see full job description attached. About the Candidate You will have the following skills and experience:

Essential:

NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards. Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations. Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health, and social care, learning support or public. Experience of supporting people, their families, and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Experience of working with the VCSE sector (in a paid or unpaid capacity), including with volunteers and small community groups. Dealing with the public in face to face and telephone interactions. Some knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or ability to learn quickly. Customer care skills. Ability to actively listen, empathise with people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgmental way. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people, their families, carers, community groups, partner agencies and stakeholders. Works well under pressure. Self-motivated and able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision. Works confidently with service users, partners, and stakeholders to find effective solutions. Strong team player and able to work effectively as part of a locality, area and countywide team. Flexible, innovative, and adaptable and has a ‘can do’ approach and attitude. Good understanding of the voluntary and statutory sector and ideally the specific locality area. Demonstrates personal accountability. Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands. Current full driving license and sole use of car.

Desirable:

Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience. Qualified in Social Prescribing. Experience of working in General Practice. Knowledge of how the NHS works, including primary care and MDT working. Familiarity with clinical software such as EMIS. About Us HaLo PCN is a thriving network of 2 GP practices in the St Albans area. With over 30,000 patients between them, the PCN is led by our clinical director and supported by our PCN manager, working in partnership with our practice managers.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  • Social Prescribing Link Worker

    4 days ago

    St Albans, United Kingdom Primary Care Careers Full time

    **About the Role**: Halo PCN has an exciting opportunity for a social prescribing link worker to join our team on a full-time basis, for 37.5 hours per week. You will work alongside the GP practice teams at Harvey Group Practice and the Lodge Health Partnership and be an integral part of the general practice team, working in each practice and across the HaLo...

  • Social Prescriber Link Worker

    1 month ago

    St Helens, United Kingdom City Health Care Partnership CIC Full time

    **1 x permanent position available, along with bank opportunities** Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to link workers who give time, focus on 'what matters to me' and take a holistic approach to an individual's health and wellbeing, connecting people to diverse community groups and statutory...

  • Social Prescribing Link Worker

    2 weeks ago

    St. Austell, United Kingdom St Austell Healthcare Full time

    **Job summary** Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to link workers who give time, focus on what matters to me and take a holistic approach to an individuals health and wellbeing, connecting people to community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support. Link workers also...

  • Social Prescribing Link Worker

    2 months ago

    St. Austell, United Kingdom Arbennek PCN Full time

    We are looking to recruit a Social Prescribing Link Worker, to work within our primary care network multi-disciplinary healthcare team, providing 1:1 personalised support to people who are referred to them by team members and local agencies. This role is based at Brannel Surgery. Main duties of the job This role is to help people work on their wider health...

  • Social Prescribing Link Worker

    1 month ago

    St Helens, United Kingdom City Health Care Partnership CIC Full time

    We're look for a enthusiastic Link Worker to join our team. Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to Link Workers who give time, focus on ‘what matters to me’ and take a holistic approach to an individual’s health and wellbeing, connecting people to diverse community groups and statutory...

  • Social Prescriber Link Worker

    2 months ago

    St Helens, United Kingdom City Health Care Partnership CIC Full time

    1 x permanent position available, along with bank opportunities Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to link workers who give time, focus on ‘what matters to me’ and take a holistic approach to an individual’s health and wellbeing, connecting people to diverse community groups and statutory...

  • Social Prescriber

    2 weeks ago

    St Helens, United Kingdom Hall Street Medical Centre Full time

    Social Prescriber - Job Description Purpose of the role Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to link workers who give time, focus on what matters to me and take a holistic approach to an individuals health and wellbeing, connecting people to diverse community groups and statutory services for...

  • Pcn Social Prescriber

    2 weeks ago

    St Helens, United Kingdom Modality Partnership Full time

    Modality Partnership Haydock Division has a full-time vacancy for a Social Prescribing Link Worker. The postholder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within general practice, across Modality Haydock Primary Care Network (PCN). Modality PCN supports patients in the Newton and Haydock are from 6 practices across the city. We are seeking dedicated...

  • Senior Social Worker

    3 weeks ago

    St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER - FOSTERING ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Permanent Vacancy – "Permanent" Senior Social Worker - FOSTERING - ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Salary: From: £41,336 To: £44,221 Permanent role Pertemps is recruiting for an experienced "Permanent" Social Worker - Fostering ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL St Helens Children's Services have been rated...

  • Senior Social Worker

    1 week ago

    St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER - FOSTERING ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Permanent Vacancy – "Permanent" Senior Social Worker - FOSTERING - ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Salary: From: £41,336 To: £44,221 Permanent role Pertemps is recruiting for an experienced "Permanent" Social Worker - Fostering ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL St Helens Children's Services have been rated...

  • Domicilary Care Worker

    7 days ago

    St Albans, United Kingdom Social Staffing Full time

    Full Job Description - Domiciliary Care Worker - **MUST BE A DRIVER** Social Staffing are recruiting for a Domiciliary Care Worker - **You will be paid for the hours, not the calls - 7am to 8pm including paid break** If you have the caring and compassionate nature we’re looking for, we have a Domiciliary Care Support Worker position available with...

  • Senior Social Worker

    3 weeks ago

    St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    Senior Social Worker: CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Permanent Vacancy – "Permanent" Senior Social Worker CHILDREN WITH DISABILITES - ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Salary: From £41,336 TO £44,221Closing Date: 23rd Feb 2024 Department - Children & Young People Services Department Permanent role Pertemps is recruiting for an experienced...

  • Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    St Albans, United Kingdom Tradewind Social Care Full time

    Tradewind Social Care are looking for experienced support workers to work in St Albans. You must be a car driver or able to travel to and from St Albans easily via public transport. **Purpose of the role**: To provide high quality, person-centred care to Children and Young People often involving an understanding of a broad range of often complex social,...

  • Children in Need Social Worker

    4 days ago

    Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Social Work Partners Full time

    **About The Job** **Communicating and engaging with children, young people and their families, with colleagues and with communities.** - Work directly with children, young people and families using the Suffolk Signs of Safety and Wellbeing framework. - Where required by the role, to act as Lead Professional for named families, being the key contact with the...

  • Children & Families Social Worker - St Helens

    3 weeks ago

    St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    Children & Families Social Worker – St Helens Rate: up to £44.48 per hour We are recruiting for motivated qualified social worker to join our busy team. This role is with one of the UK's highest performing local authorities, serving as one of the best places to live and work in. This is a qualified social worker role requiring you to be SWE registered...

  • Children & Families Social Worker - St Helens

    1 week ago

    St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    Children & Families Social Worker – St Helens Rate: up to £44.48 per hour We are recruiting for motivated qualified social worker to join our busy team. This role is with one of the UK's highest performing local authorities, serving as one of the best places to live and work in. This is a qualified social worker role requiring you to be SWE registered...

  • Senior Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    St Helens, Merseyside, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    Senior Social Worker: CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Permanent Vacancy – “Permanent” Senior Social Worker CHILDREN WITH DISABILITES - ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Salary: From £41,336 TO £44,221Closing Date: 23rd Feb 2024 Department - Children & Young People Services Department Permanent role  Pertemps is recruiting...

  • Senior Social Worker

    1 week ago

    St Helens, Merseyside, United Kingdom Pertemps Social Care Full time

    Senior Social Worker: CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Permanent Vacancy – “Permanent” Senior Social Worker CHILDREN WITH DISABILITES - ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL Salary: From £41,336 TO £44,221Closing Date: 23rd Feb 2024 Department - Children & Young People Services Department Permanent role  Pertemps is recruiting...

  • NHS Senior Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time €32

    Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and over 400+ reviews has an exciting Locum opportunity available for an experienced Band 7 Senior Social Worker to join a well-established Adults service based in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Team/Specialism: Adult Safeguarding Pay Rate: £31.98 per hour...

  • Cancer Care Co-ordinator

    2 days ago

    St Albans, United Kingdom Primary Care Careers Full time

    **About the Role**: Abbey Health Primary Care Network believes in excellent care at the heart of the community and comprises of 2 practices, The Maltings Surgery in St Albans, and Summerfield Health Centre in London Colney. Our vision is to forge a strong relationship between our multidisciplinary teams and the wider community to optimise the health and...