Job summary
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Social Prescribing Link Workers play a vital
role in addressing the social determinants of health by connecting
individuals, children, young people, and adults to non-medical sources of
support in their community. This person-centred role involves empowering
individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing, focusing on
"what matters" rather than "what's the matter."
Main duties of the job
You will build trusting relationships, co-produce personalised care plans, and link individuals to community groups, statutory services, and local resources. The role also supports the development of local VCSE (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise) organisations to enhance community capacity and reduce reliance on clinical services.
For children and young people, the role includes tailored approaches to address developmental, social, and health needs in collaboration with families and carers, prioritizing the voice and preferences of young clients.
This role integrates the needs of both adult and youth populations, fostering collaboration and creating opportunities for impactful, non-clinical support across communities.
About us
Jurassic Coast PCN is a primary care network based in West Dorset working on behalf of Ammonite Health Partnership, Barton House and Lyme Bay Medical.
Our vision for the future of Jurassic Coast PCN is to create a patient care system that includes everyone. A system where member practices work closely together and in collaboration with health and social care, voluntary sectors, community groups and local people to deliver efficient and timely personalised care. To make the best use of available resources to ensure that everyone gets the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Service
Delivery:
- Act as a first point of contact for
individuals across all ages referred to the service.
- Co-produce personalised care and support
plans with individuals, families, and carers.
- Assist individuals in accessing services
or activities relevant to their needs.
- Identify and address wider determinants
of health such as housing, employment, and financial challenges.
- Focus on holistic, person-centred support
and empower individuals to take control of their wellbeing.
Collaboration
and Networking:
- Develop and maintain strong working
relationships with GP practices, PCN teams, and multi-agency
professionals.
- Actively engage with VCSE organisations,
statutory agencies, and local groups to build referral pathways.
- Promote social prescribing as a key
component of holistic care within and beyond the PCN.
- Build and maintain a directory of local
resources and ensure safety compliance of external services.
Case
Management:
- Manage and prioritise caseloads based on
patient and community needs.
- Track and evaluate outcomes using
clinical and community systems (e.g., SNOMED codes).
- Provide feedback to referring agencies
and contribute to service planning and evaluation.
Children
and Young People-Specific Duties:
- Develop tailored support models for young
people, addressing health, education, housing, and social concerns.
- Partner with families and carers to meet
the needs of young clients holistically.
- Raise awareness of the service within
schools, youth services, and other young people-focused organisations.
Safeguarding
and Professional Development:
- Adhere to safeguarding procedures,
ensuring a strong awareness of risks and the ability to refer individuals
appropriately.
- Participate in clinical supervision,
reflective practice, and ongoing training.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and
service innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Service
Delivery:
- Act as a first point of contact for
individuals across all ages referred to the service.
- Co-produce personalised care and support
plans with individuals, families, and carers.
- Assist individuals in accessing services
or activities relevant to their needs.
- Identify and address wider determinants
of health such as housing, employment, and financial challenges.
- Focus on holistic, person-centred support
and empower individuals to take control of their wellbeing.
Collaboration
and Networking:
- Develop and maintain strong working
relationships with GP practices, PCN teams, and multi-agency
professionals.
- Actively engage with VCSE organisations,
statutory agencies, and local groups to build referral pathways.
- Promote social prescribing as a key
component of holistic care within and beyond the PCN.
- Build and maintain a directory of local
resources and ensure safety compliance of external services.
Case
Management:
- Manage and prioritise caseloads based on
patient and community needs.
- Track and evaluate outcomes using
clinical and community systems (e.g., SNOMED codes).
- Provide feedback to referring agencies
and contribute to service planning and evaluation.
Children
and Young People-Specific Duties:
- Develop tailored support models for young
people, addressing health, education, housing, and social concerns.
- Partner with families and carers to meet
the needs of young clients holistically.
- Raise awareness of the service within
schools, youth services, and other young people-focused organisations.
Safeguarding
and Professional Development:
- Adhere to safeguarding procedures,
ensuring a strong awareness of risks and the ability to refer individuals
appropriately.
- Participate in clinical supervision,
reflective practice, and ongoing training.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and
service innovation.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Strong understanding of personalised care models and social determinants of health.
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults.
- Proficiency in IT systems, data recording, and report generation.
- Clear DBS check and valid UK driving license with access to transport.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS clinical systems and SNOMED codes.
- Familiarity with community resources, particularly within the PCN area.
Key Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Empathetic, non judgmental approach to diverse populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to motivate and inspire.
- Awareness of safeguarding and confidentiality principles.
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to reducing health inequalities.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to meet service demands.
- Willingness to work at all PCN locations and at non NHS sites as required
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
- Commitment to professional and personal development
Desirable
- Training in motivational coaching or interviewing (or equivalent experience)
- Understanding of child development principles and youth focused health promotion.
Experience
Essential
- Direct experience in community development, public health, or social care.
- Working with both children and adults in health, social, or community contexts. (Paid or volunteer experience)
- Collaborative work with VCSE organisations, schools, or other agencies.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
- Experience supporting small volunteer led community groups
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Strong understanding of personalised care models and social determinants of health.
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults.
- Proficiency in IT systems, data recording, and report generation.
- Clear DBS check and valid UK driving license with access to transport.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS clinical systems and SNOMED codes.
- Familiarity with community resources, particularly within the PCN area.
Key Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Empathetic, non judgmental approach to diverse populations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to motivate and inspire.
- Awareness of safeguarding and confidentiality principles.
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to reducing health inequalities.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to meet service demands.
- Willingness to work at all PCN locations and at non NHS sites as required
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
- Commitment to professional and personal development
Desirable
- Training in motivational coaching or interviewing (or equivalent experience)
- Understanding of child development principles and youth focused health promotion.
Experience
Essential
- Direct experience in community development, public health, or social care.
- Working with both children and adults in health, social, or community contexts. (Paid or volunteer experience)
- Collaborative work with VCSE organisations, schools, or other agencies.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
- Experience supporting small volunteer led community groups
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.