Job Description
Job summary
Are you passionate about improving peoples wellbeing and helping individuals lead healthier, more independent lives? We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and person-centred Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team and support patients to access the services, resources and opportunities available within their local community.
In this rewarding role, you will work closely with patients, their families and carers, healthcare professionals and local community organisations to provide personalised, holistic support. You will take the time to understand what matters most to each individual, helping them identify their goals and overcome social, practical and wellbeing challenges.
You will support patients to develop personalised care and support plans and connect them with relevant local services, community groups and activities that can enhance their wellbeing, build confidence and improve their quality of life.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in strengthening community connections, promoting social prescribing and helping to address health inequalities. You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, empower individuals to take positive steps towards their wellbeing, and contribute to better outcomes for both patients and the wider community.
If you are someone who enjoys working with people, building strong relationships and helping others reach their potential, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Provide personalised, person-centred support to patients, helping them identify their needs, goals and priorities.
Connect patients with appropriate community services, voluntary organisations, local activities and other sources of support.
Develop and review personalised care and support plans, encouraging patients to build confidence and independence.
Work collaboratively with GPs, healthcare professionals, families, carers and community organisations.
Support patients with social, emotional, practical and wellbeing-related challenges that may affect their health.
Promote social prescribing and strengthen links between primary care and local community services.
Maintain accurate, confidential records and monitor outcomes to demonstrate the impact of support provided.
Help identify and address barriers to accessing services, contributing to reducing health inequalities.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, training and service development activities.