Social Prescribing Hospital Link Worker

We're looking for a Social Prescribing Hospital Link Worker to work alongside the newly created Transfer of Care hub, known as Going Home from Hospital. You will work with other Link Workers, colleagues from the NHS, Adult Social Care and other VSCE organisations, in a fast-paced, responsive environment.

Your role will be to understand what patients need and to support them to return home, encouraging confidence, independence, and a connection with their community.

In this Link Worker role, you can expect to:

Provide personalised support using motivational interviewing and other techniques to establish the needs of the individual
Support individuals to address barriers to accessing services or maintaining independence
Empower individuals to maximise the control they have over their lives
Co-produce action plans and facilitate follow-through.
Engage with and work alongside colleagues from other organisations.
Input data and complete case studies to show effectiveness of the project
Manage your own case load

Ideally, you will have experience of working in a similar, client-facing role, and importantly, you will have the ability to work positively with clients and colleagues, be diligent and proactive.

As a vital member of our team and in return for your expertise, empathy and passion, we will provide a favourable salary of £26,604, (from 1st April) excellent annual leave and sickness benefits, and will even give you the day off for your birthday! And you will join a passionate, inclusive, committed and welcoming workplace.