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Social Prescribing Link Worker – Southmead Hospital

We're looking for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to be based in Southmead Hospital, and the contract comes with an annual remuneration of £25,580 pro rata based on 37 hours per week. The job is offered on a fixed-term contract basis, until August 2024.

The purpose of this Social Prescribing Link Worker role is to support patients who are leaving hospital and assist them in settling back into daily life.

In your first few weeks 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.

To apply for this Social Prescribing Link Worker role, you will need relevant experience in a similar role.

In return for your knowledge and expertise, you will receive £25,580 pro rata over the term of the contract.

To apply and register your interest in this full time Social Prescribing Link Worker position in Southmead Hospital download the attached documents and send your completed application form to: recruitment@southernbrooks.org.uk by 9am on 15th September 2023.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Southern Brooks are a community anchor charity building connections and providing support to strengthen individuals and communities in South Gloucestershire. We deliver high-quality community development and health and wellbeing services that support individuals and communities, helping people achieve what matters to them. Please get in touch with us today.