Job Summary
The focus of the role will be to refer and signpost to the correct services to support early intervention and prevention of reliance on more specialist services, while reducing pressure on GP practices. Referrals will be received from primary care health and social care professionals aligned to the practices, as well as external organisations and patient self-referrals. Individuals can be referred to Community Link.
Main Duties of the Job
Workers will support a range of issues including social isolation, housing instability, debt/financial hardship, education/employment matters, low-level mental health needs, and addiction/substance misuse/smoking. They will help patients navigate these challenges and connect them with appropriate services.
A full UK driver’s licence and a vehicle will be required as you will be expected to travel across several different bases.
For further information, please contact Joan Cummings, Operations Lead on 07913884653 or email joan.communigs3@nhs.net.
About Us
At CHCP, we are passionate about people and believe that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported. We give our colleagues the chance to shine and value their voice. Compassion is at the heart of our business, and we support our people to thrive. Our employees have access to a range of benefits.
Job Details
Pay scheme: £27,485 to £30,162 a year pa/pr. Contract: fixed term. Duration: 11 months. Working pattern: part‑time. Reference number: 810‑7534161. Location: 358 Marfleet Lane, Hull, HU9 5AD.
Person Specification
Essential
* Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards an equivalent qualification) or demonstrable equivalent experience
* Completion of Social Prescribing e‑learning programme or willingness to complete this as part of induction
* Significant understanding of the role of social prescribing within the wider health and social care sector
* Understanding of voluntary and community sector organisations and their contributions to health and wellbeing
* Knowledge of local communities, resources, and assets
* Knowledge of factors influencing behaviour and behaviour change approaches
* Understanding of health and social care infrastructure and service provision to local populations
* Understanding of factors influencing individual health and wellbeing
* Understanding of community development and asset‑based approaches
* Understanding of barriers and challenges people face in accessing local activities and support
* Understanding of accurate record keeping and information governance requirements
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Knowledge of primary care IT systems such as System 1 and EMIS
* Knowledge of health and safety requirements for risk assessment of venues and home visits
* Demonstrable experience working with community groups, voluntary organisations or a GP practice
* Experience of working with individuals on a one‑to‑one basis
* Experience of building relationships and partnerships
* Experience of working collaboratively with health care and non‑health care professionals to meet patient needs
* Experience of peer support and/or mentoring others
Desirable
* Diploma in a relevant subject area
* Clait, ECDL or equivalent IT qualification
* Training in motivational coaching and interviewing or equivalent experience
* Experience of delivering presentations
* Experience of collating and presenting information
* Experience of involvement in service monitoring and evaluation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Employer Details
City Health Care Partnership CIC
358 Marfleet Lane
Hull
HU9 5AD
Employer website: https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/
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