Frailty Social Prescribing Link Worker
| Posting date: | 11 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £26,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2024 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, GL50 3JF |
| Company: | Caring for Communities and People |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 836 |
Summary
Job Advert
We are recruiting for an exciting new post for our Primary Care Network team!
The Frailty Social Prescriber Link Worker (FSPLW) will work alongside the Care Coordinators and Social Prescribing Link Workers to
provide individualised support to people registered at Cheltenham Central PCN, who are living with frailty to build wrap around
care and well-being service provision for people in their own homes.
A referral to a FSPLW is designed to support patients in being able to take a holistic approach, connecting people to community
groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support.
Social prescribing can help to strengthen community resilience and personal resilience whilst reducing health inequalities by
addressing the wider determinants of health such as cost of living assistance, social needs, form completion and health and
well-being supervision.
The post holder will work mostly in the community in people’s own homes, alongside CCP’s main offices and our GP surgeries.
About Us
Established in 1989, CCP is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family
breakdown, and social exclusion. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire,
Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and an option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension and sick pay
* Death in service benefit
* Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts
* 45p Business Mileage^^
Why choose CCP
1. Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
2. Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.
3. A voice in various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
4. Access to a Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
5. Be part of an organisation that delivers social value; check out our latest Impact Report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/
[https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Frailty Social Prescribing Link Worker (836)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9-5 or flexible weekday working)
Contract: Fixed Term until end of April 2025
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £26,000 per year
Closing Date: 29th April 2024 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working
toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to
the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering
business use.
INDMP
We are recruiting for an exciting new post for our Primary Care Network team!
The Frailty Social Prescriber Link Worker (FSPLW) will work alongside the Care Coordinators and Social Prescribing Link Workers to
provide individualised support to people registered at Cheltenham Central PCN, who are living with frailty to build wrap around
care and well-being service provision for people in their own homes.
A referral to a FSPLW is designed to support patients in being able to take a holistic approach, connecting people to community
groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support.
Social prescribing can help to strengthen community resilience and personal resilience whilst reducing health inequalities by
addressing the wider determinants of health such as cost of living assistance, social needs, form completion and health and
well-being supervision.
The post holder will work mostly in the community in people’s own homes, alongside CCP’s main offices and our GP surgeries.
About Us
Established in 1989, CCP is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family
breakdown, and social exclusion. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire,
Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and an option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension and sick pay
* Death in service benefit
* Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts
* 45p Business Mileage^^
Why choose CCP
1. Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
2. Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.
3. A voice in various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
4. Access to a Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
5. Be part of an organisation that delivers social value; check out our latest Impact Report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/
[https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Frailty Social Prescribing Link Worker (836)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9-5 or flexible weekday working)
Contract: Fixed Term until end of April 2025
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £26,000 per year
Closing Date: 29th April 2024 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working
toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to
the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering
business use.
INDMP