Clacton PCN has an exciting opportunity for a social prescriber link worker to join us on a full-time basis for 37.5 hours per week working across 5 days, (with some weekend work required). This role is offered on a fixed term contract for 12 months. 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. The main responsibilities of the role include: Receiving and managing all referrals from multi-agencies. Providing personalised support to vulnerable individuals. Working in partnership with the practice team to support patients and promote positive lifestyle changes, with the aim of preventing ill-health by means of behavioural change techniques. Completing holistic-care planning assessments, analysing how needs can be met by services and other opportunities available in the community. Providing information and advice about a wide range of services in order to promote health and well-being in order to support independence within communities. Forging strong links with local VCSE organisations, community and neighbourhood level groups. Contributing to reducing demand on statutory services, hospital admissions and to combat unnecessary GP appointments. Working with patients in the practice, or with patients in their own homes, to provide personalised person-centred support. A more detailed list of the main duties and responsibilities can be found in the attached job description for this advert. About the Candidate If you are a local community champion or already a social prescriber, and want a new and exciting challenge, then we would love to hear from you. The ideal applicant will have the following essential skills, experience and qualifications: NVQ Level 3, advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards. Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Experience of working directly in a community development context, adult health and social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. High level of written and oral communication skills. Confidently approaches difficult conversations. Able to provide motivational coaching to support people’s behaviour change. Meets DBS reference standards and criminal record checks. Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands. Access to transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes and support people to attend activities as appropriate. About Us Clacton PCN, located in North East Essex, comprises six practices: East Lynne Medical Centre (Lead Practice), North Clacton Medical Group, Old Road Surgery, Thorpe Surgery, Fronks Road Surgery, and Harewood Surgery. This dynamic and busy network offers opportunities for personal development, with a focus on supporting the local community and addressing health areas of interest to team members. 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.